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Peer reviewedWohlberg, Margaret – Science and Children, 1976
Describes a science curriculum emphasizing outdoor education that was in existence at the Los Alamos Ranch School from 1918 until 1943. (LS)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Environmental Education, Instruction, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedMervine, Lawrence E. – Science and Children, 1982
A program was developed to encourage Black students to consider science/engineering careers by exposing them to technical and scientific concepts, equipment, and projects during Saturday classes and site visits to businesses, factories, and laboratories; having them interact with minority engineers and scientists; and preparing them for college.…
Descriptors: Black Students, Career Awareness, Career Exploration, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedDolson, John – Science and Children, 1979
Describes an environmental education program for grades seven, eight, and nine. The program stresses mastery learning and projects are selected to give students a chance to use skills in real situations. Includes a description of a student-built greenhouse. (MA)
Descriptors: Botany, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education, Greenhouses
Peer reviewedO'Neil, J. Peter – Science and Children, 1981
Describes Waunakee Community School's six-week Summer Science Program for students entering the seventh grade. Students are selected for this science enrichment program on the basis of interest, ability, and maturity. Program content includes wetlands, forests, prairies, and animals, concluding with a camping trip. (DS)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Enrichment Activities, Environmental Education, Grade 7


