An activity involving future elementary school teachers designed around inexpensive balloons which when launched contained postcards to determine the geographic location of the landing. The investigation is student-centered, involving unknown questions, and was conducted for enjoyment. (DF)

Science learning does not depend on textbook reading. First hand experiences should be provided to children. Supplementary readings and activities must accompany such experiences. (PS)

Supported by American University's chemistry department, once a week science classes are offered to elementary school children. (CB)

SCIS materials are modified for use with acoustically handicapped pupils. (CP)

The value of a marine aquarium as a learning source is discussed. Construction procedures and a list of supply and information sources are given. (CP)

Stressed is the need for children's books which will open the child's mind to the facts of change, to the challenges of change, and to the part he can play in determining the direction of future changes. (MF)

Reports study of grade five children for sequence in acquisition and hierarchy of behaviors using Elementary Science Study (ESS) Attribute Blocks. Results suggest failure to acquire simple behaviors may result in higher probability of failure in performance of more complex behaviors. (JM)

The effectiveness of having 51 students generate their own headings for scientific text is assessed. Results reveal that generating headings enhances performance on a number of recall measures compared to either author-provided headings or no headings. (Author)