Innovative teaching techniques applied to the culturally disadvantaged can open ways of learning that are met with enthusiasm and joy. (CK)

The author describes a project in which students studying the Middle Ages were taught in terms of process rather than by juggling historical facts. Ten learning centers tackled important phases of medieval social life, religious groups, military organization, government and the economy. (Author)

How to use the study of blood and blood typing to further the feeling of brotherhood among differing ethnic groups in a classroom. (RB)

Describes how to grow a pineapple in a classroom and at the same time use the process for the teaching of history, social studies, and a little chemistry. (RB)

Outlines 12 learning models designed to help elementary children develop the skills for independent study. (Editor/SJL)

The authors present a scheme for teaching primary grade students about graphing. (SJL)

Several teachers contribute games and teaching strategies for improving students' critical thinking skills through the use of higher-order questions. A short quiz for teachers on questioning is included. (SJL)

Several teachers contribute activities, games, and teaching ideas for writing instruction in the elementary grades. (SJL)

Identifies and discusses four basic skills needed for good report writing: collecting and recording information; notetaking; using reference sources; and organizing notes for writing. (JMB)

Ideas for establishing a mathematical menagerie with puppets to facilitate mathematics instruction in the elementary school. (CM)

A collection of brief articles offers suggestions for teaching the basics: social studies, problem solving, reading, and science. (CM)

Mr. Rogers of "Mr. Roger's Neighborhood", a children's television program, discusses his ideas about children. (CM)

The article describes a student peer-evaluation activity in writing which not only saves the teacher's grading time and energy but also increases students' creativity and style while they learn to edit their work. (CB)

Presents hands-on science activities using inexpensive, hand-held microscopes and slides made from simple, readily available materials. The article describes how to introduce students to microscopes and presents directions for using the microscopes and making slides. A student page investigates fingerprints with microscopes. (SM)