This guide was prepared as an aid to teachers of general science 1-2, grade 8. One of the major purposes of the guide is to assist the teachers in adopting a discovery-oriented approach in the classroom. The course is designed to prepare able students for the advanced science courses, grades 9-12. Teaching techniques, homework, laboratory experiences, safety, evaluation, and individual research projects are discussed. Eleven study units are presented including perception, life, biochemistry, sound, astronomy, light, chemistry, nuclear energy, and geology. Appendices include suggested student problems and various charts and tables. (BC)