Contained in this column are articles discussing the following topics: cross-number puzzles, an intuitive development of pi, a three-column proof format, and an easily constructed kit to be used in acquainting students with the wrapping function used in introducing circular functions. (MP)

Compares the principal to an engineer in the boiler room and presents some ways principals, by using public relations, can deal with pressures from students, parents, and faculty. (Author/MLF)

Describes activities for earth science students from grades 7 and 8. Game questions, rules, and game boards are included for two folder funs. (MA)

Provides a rationale for the development of a classification and retrieval system for games and exercises in speech communication, a model of a classification and retrieval system in the area of nonverbal communication and, a set of guidelines for the development of a classification and retrieval system for other areas of speech communication.…

Cites technical theatre documents available in the Resources In Education and the Current Index to Journals in Education volumes in the ERIC information dissemination system. (MH)

Presents sixteen project notes developed by pupils of Chipping Norton School and Bristol Grammar School, in the United Kingdom. These Projects include eight biology A-level projects and eight Chemistry A-level projects. (HM)

Lists publications issued by the federal government, universities, and commercial sources on consumer education with ordering information and prices. Subjects include foods, water conservation, money management, and auto defects, as well as general consumerism. Some of the materials contain lesson ideas and teaching activities. (MF)

Effective instructional resources for language study include tapes of French-language news broadcasts, plays, poetry, newspaper extracts, slides, and community-directed conversations. Ways in which these resources may be used in the classroom include reading for comprehension, writing, discussion, and basic skill practice such as dictation and…

A detailed and up-to-date description of how the Harbor Hill Elementary School mathematics laboratory operates is given along with a list of materials that are available in the laboratory. (MN)

The authors develop some necessary considerations for evaluating mathematical games as well as provide some examples of quality games. (MN)

Discusses the provisions of the Education Amendments of 1976 related to the overcoming of sex discrimination and sex stereotyping in vocational education, lists five major administrative requirements for state programs, and notes specifications for national programs. Includes information on some secondary and postsecondary programs and other…

A list of teaching aids in classical language, literature, and history is presented. Ordering instructions are provided. (HP)

Illustrations are provided of how a foreign language teacher might find information using the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) system. ERIC products and services are described. The article points out that ERIC provides access to materials not easily located through standard reference sources. (SW)

The books that appear in this annotated bibliography were selected as outstanding elementary science trade books published in 1977. The books were evaluated by a committee appointed by the National Science Teachers Association and the Childrens Book Council. Most books are for grades K through 6. (MDR)

This annotated list of almost 75 free periodicals is designed to enrich the curriculum for junior and senior high schools, and to serve as a resource for teachers and librarians. Information is given on content, format, frequency per year, and value to student and teacher. (Author/JK)