Open spaces, it has become apparent, do not necessarily guarantee freedom in the classroom. Freedom to learn, to grow, and to select your own learning activity does not seem to be a function of walls or lack of walls. (Author)

Stresses briefly the need for individuals' actions for controlling the environmental pollution. A number of projects are suggested for teachers to involve children in this area. Simulated discussion groups of sellers'' and consumers, use of pictures, onion juice, and a water filtration contest are a few of the sources used. (PS)

One of the most valuable advantages of the mixed ability class is the social feeling, where pupils can learn from each other regardless of their abilities. (Author/MB)

Each fourth-grader was given opportunity to work on classroom mural by dividing class into groups, each of which then designed and executed its own small mural. (PD)

Students should be given the opportunity to experience a constant bombardment of similar material from the different disciplines. Thus the students will experience a constantly expanding educational experience leading to a greater awareness." (Author)

The author describes an eight day program at forty-five minutes a day designed to introduce concepts of computer programming and simply describe how a computer operated. Detailed lesson plans are outlined. (MS)

Describes several games currently available, how they relate to social studies objectives, and suggests further resources. (JB)

Describes an exercise that introduces students to the unique characteristics of the third-person narrator and also improves skills in observation, story telling, and analysis. (PD)

Seventh-, eighth-, and ninth-grade special needs students in a remedial reading class were asked to write as many words as possible in six minutes. Students compete with themselves with no penalties for spelling or grammar errors. The activity is designed to make writing a natural and pleasurable activity. (CL)

Describes an ecology project in which sixth-grade students built and operated a nature trail on the edge of school property. Classes toured the trail and participated in grade-appropriate follow-up activities (e.g., art lessons and soil analysis activities). (RH)