Ecology and Our Endangered Life - Support Systems
The Economics of Wild Rice Farming in Northern Saskatchewan
EDIT Series
Einstein's Universe: A Guide to the Theory of Relativity
The Electric Chemistry Building, Phase I: Inorganic Chemistry; Phase II: Physical Chemistry; Phase III: Organic Chemistry
Encyclopedia of Animal Behaviour
The Encyclopedia of Animal Biology
The Encyclopedia of Animal Evolution
The Encyclopedia of Evolution: Humanity's Search for Its Origin
The Encyclopedia of Animal Ecology
Endangered Spaces: The Future for Canada's Wilderness
The Endocrine System
Energy and Society
Energy From Efficiency: A Video Interview with Amory Lovins
Energy From Nuclear Fusion: A Video Interview with Gregory Moses and Leon Shohet
Entertaining Science Experiments with Everyday Objects
Enviro-Canada Series 1
The Environment of Life
Evolution Under the Microscope
Experimenting With Illusions
Exploring Chemical Elements and Their Compounds
Exploring the Seashore in British Columbia, Washington and Oregon
The Extraordinary Chemistry of Ordinary Things
Ecology and Our Endangered Life - Support Systems (Print-Non-Fiction). Odum, Eugene P. Sinauer (SAIP), 1989. 283 p. ISBN 0-87893-635-1 ($17.95 pbk.)
For a teacher of Biology 20 with little background on ecology, this is an excellent resource. It would also serve well for students who are good readers and want an explanation in another style from their
textbook. This book is a revision of the author's university level ecology textbook, written to communicate the issues of the environment to the public. This resource provides support for the DSLs.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization|BIO 30 - Evolution Other Uses: Science 10|Secondary Level Science
The Economics of Wild Rice Farming in Northern Saskatchewan (Print-Non-Fiction). Saskatchewan Agriculture Soils & Crops Branch (SAAF), 1989. (Free of charge)
A half-page written overview and numerous colourful graphs comprise the brochure. This analysis is intended to provide wild rice growers with a good understanding of the capital costs for production as well as an idea of the revenue that could result from the operation. The model estimates the break-even cost of production. It should not be used to predict the economic size of a family farm.
Note: Imperial units have been retained in this report since these are still widely used in the region.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Agricultural Botany
EDIT Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Tooke, Moyra (ed.). Teachers' Press (TCH)
See specific titles listed in this bibliography:
- Biotechnology
- Harvest of Sand. Desertification and Land Degradation
- Industry and Environment: Today's Pollution Dilemma
- South Moresby
- Wilderness and Wildlife: Issues of Conservation and Preservation
- The World's Wetlands
Einstein's Universe: A Guide to the Theory of Relativity (Print-Non-Fiction). Calder, Nigel. Penguin Books (PBC), 1991. 254 p. ISBN 0-14-0135162 ($12.95 pbk.)
While this is an excellent resource about general relativity and current cosmology, it lacks colour and visual stimulation. The topic is exciting, but difficult for all but the elite of physics students. It may be appropriate for enrichment purposes for very advanced physics students in grade 12 or for teacher reference. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Atomic Physics
The Electric Chemistry Building, Phase I: Inorganic Chemistry; Phase II: Physical Chemistry; Phase III: Organic Chemistry (Software). Snowbird Software (SBS), 1990.
($199.00 each)
System requirements: IBM or compatible, two disk drives, 256K/640K (organic) of memory and a colour graphics card. A colour monitor is preferred.
The Electric Chemistry Building series is a large scale microworld simulation of a group of chemistry laboratories, each representing a major subdivision of inorganic, physical or organic chemistry. The thrust of the learning experience is to have the students move from room to room, utilizing the simulated facilities including chemicals and controllable conditions. The experiments in these explorations may be designed by the students themselves, or assigned by the teacher. The organic chemistry may be somewhat complex for high school students.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - Atoms & Elements, Chemical Reactions, Molecules & Compounds, Mole Concept & Stoichiometry, Behaviour of Gases, Organic Chemistry|
CHEM 30 - Acid-Base Equilibria, Independent Research, Oxidation & Reduction, Reaction Kinetics
Encyclopedia of Animal Behaviour (Print-Non-Fiction). Slater, Peter J.B. Facts on File (CMG), 1987. 144 p. ISBN 0-8160-1816-2 ($37.95 hdc.)
Slater presents a very interesting collection of topics, showing the diversity of life and behaviour. The topics include courtship, aggression display, navigation and innate rhythm (biorhythm) with an interesting section on the evolution of behaviour. This could be a very good resource for projects, essays, etc. Observation and experimentation are shown to be basic to science. This book could be used to develop all the DSLs to some degree. Excellent photography is used.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life|BIO 30 - Animal Systems
The Encyclopedia of Animal Biology (Print-Non-Fiction). McNeill, Alexander, R., ed. Facts on File Publications (CMG), 1987. 144 p. ISBN 0-8160-1817-0 ($37.95 hdc.)
A delightful book full of excellent pictures and diagrams, in which the text not only describes organisms, but also outlines their classification and modifications to previous group adaptations. A host of information on special features that describe development of a certain structure or organ is also provided. Key Science Concepts and the Processes of Science are supported by this material. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life|BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: ML Science
The Encyclopedia of Animal Evolution (Print-Non-Fiction). Berry, R.J. and A. Hallarn, eds. Facts on File (CMG), 1987. 144 p. ISBN 0-8160-1819-7 ($37.95 hdc.)
This very good encyclopedia is structured as a fact and an information giving resource. It has excellent illustrations. It supports all of the DSLs to some degree, but the main thrust is the Key Science Concepts.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Evolution
The Encyclopedia of Evolution: Humanity's Search for Its Origin (Print-Non-Fiction). Milner, Richard. Facts on File (CMG), 1990. 481 p. ISBN 0-8160-1472-8 ($55.00 hdc.)
Information on evolution is structured in an encyclopedia format. Short explanations which range up
to three pages in length cover concepts and people. Some black and white illustrations are used. Further reading is given for many entries. Some cross referencing is used.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Evolution
The Encyclopedia of Animal Ecology (Print-Non-Fiction). Moore, Peter D. Facts on File (CMG), 1987. 144 p. ISBN 0-8160-1818-9 ($37.95 hdc.)
For teachers looking for an excellent, easy to read resource on animal ecology, this resource explains the background to ecology, describes the major biomes around the world and gives an overview of the relationship of humans to the world's biomes and the impact of humans on various ecosystems. The aims are clearly described and colourful illustrations are well laid out.
Suggested Use: BIO 20: Ecological Organization
Endangered Spaces: The Future for Canada's Wilderness (Print-Non-Fiction). Hummel, Monte. (Henderson Book Series No. 11). Key Porter Books (KEY), 1989. 288 p. ISBN 1-55013-101-X ($39.95 hdc.)
This excellent collection of essays is organized into three sections: learning from the past; the state of wilderness today; and prospects for the future. Various authors, activists and environmentalists discuss their views about Canada's wilderness. George Erasmus of the Assembly of First Nations and others provide some insight into Aboriginal viewpoints on this issue. Key Science Concepts, STSE Interrelationships and the Values that Underlie Science are supported by this material.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life|BIO 30 - Various Options
The Endocrine System (Print-Non-Fiction). Little, Marjorie. (The Encyclopedia of Health - The Healthy Body). Chelsea House (NEL), 1990. 111 p. ISBN 0-7910-0016-8 ($24.99 hdc.)
Factual information about various glands which form the endocrine system are provided. The interconnections, functions and results of malfunctions of the glands provide support for Key Science Concepts and STSE Interrelationships. The book is easy to read with up to date references to AIDS, steroids and Ben Johnson.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: Science 10|Health 9
Energy and Society (Videotape). Hawkhill (HAI), 1990. 35 min. ($69.00 U.S.)
Part 1 gives a short history of energy and society. Part 2 discusses energy for today and tomorrow. This video provides excellant support for STSE Interrelationships. It is a very interesting presentation that promotes critical thinking.
Suggested Use: PHYS 20 - Heat
Other Uses: Science 10|Teacher Reference for Elementary and Secondary Level Science
Energy From Efficiency: A Video Interview with Amory Lovins (Videotape). Hawkhill (HAI), 1991. 16 min. Order No. 505 ($49.00 U.S.)
An interview format is used to discuss how energy could be used more efficiently with emerging
technologies and the use of renewable energy sources.
Suggested Use: PHYS 20: Heat
Energy From Nuclear Fusion: A Video Interview with Gregory Moses and Leon Shohet
(Videotape). Hawkhill (HAI), 1991. 16 min. Order No. 504 ($49.00 U.S.)
The video presents an interview with two physicists currently involved in research into nuclear fusion. The potential of fusion reactors, a comparison between fusion and fission, and different types of fusion research are some of the topics covered.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Atomic Theory
Entertaining Science Experiments with Everyday Objects (Print-Non-Fiction). Gardner, Martin. Dover (GNP), 1981. 127 p. ISBN 0-486-24201-3 ($4.25 pbk.)
This material would serve as a teacher reference for both Secondary and secondary science and as a source for both student activities and teacher demonstrations. Many of the activities are built around general physics concepts, but concepts from other disciplines are included as well. The purpose of using this material is to stimulate critical and creative thinking.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - General Reference|BIO 30 - General Reference|
CHEM 20 - General Reference|CHEM 30 - General Reference|
PHYS 20 - General Reference|PHYS 30 - General Reference
Other Uses: Science 10, Secondary Level Science
Enviro-Canada Series 1 (Wall Chart). J & L Macpherson (JLM), 1990. Includes 7 wall charts, 45 by 66 cm each and teacher's guide ($30.00 set)
These colourful Canadian posters introduce students to the variety and interdependence within Canada's main ecological regions. Titles included: Arctic Tundra Ecosystem, Canadian Shield, Great Plains or Prairie Ecosystem, Five Main Ecosystems of British Columbia's Interior Mountains, Great Lakes Region, Grand Banks of Newfoundland, and Pacific Coast. The set provides information on atmosphere, animals, plants and soil. The teacher's guide includes reproducible activities.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Other Uses: Elementary & Secondary Level Science
The Environment of Life (Print-Non-Fiction). Tudge, Colin. (An Equinox Book). Oxford University (OUP), 1992. 248 p. ISBN 0-19-520938-9 ($31.50 hdc.)
This is a good source for dealing with ecology, population problems, loss of habitat and other threats to the environment. Animal behaviours are also covered. There are many colour photographs with an easy to read text. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life, Ecological Organization|BIO 30 - Animal Systems Other Uses: Science 10
Evolution Under the Microscope (Microslides). (BORE), Order No. 79704-23 ($5.94 set of 8 Photomicrographs)
Topics in this set include:
1. Euglena (400X) peranema (200X)
2. The simple colony - pandorina (200X)
3. The simple body cavity - eudorina (200X)
4. The simplest differentiation - pleodorina (200X)
5. A dead end - volvox (150X)
6. The simple tube-hydra - wm/cs (14X and 100X)
7. The head forms - planaria (3X)
8. The tube in a tube - annelid worm (40X)
Microslides require use of microslide viewer (contact BORE)
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Evolution
Experimenting With Illusions (Print-Non-Fiction). Gardner, Robert. (A Venture Book). Franklin Watts (GRO), 1990. 127 p. ISBN 0-531-10907-7 ($16.50 hdc.)
Information is given on how visual perceptions are processed and suggestions on how illusions can be produced with images and graphics. Included are a table of contents, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: PHYS 20 - Optics
Other Uses: Secondary Level Science
Exploring Chemical Elements and Their Compounds (Print-Non-Fiction). Heiserman, David L. TAB Books (MHR), 1992. 376 p. ISBN 0-8306-3018-X ($36.95 hdc.) ISBN 0-8306-3015-5
($23.95 pbk.)
Understanding of the Dimensions of the Nature of Science, S-T-S Interrelationships, and Science-Related Interests and Attitudes can be enhanced by use of activities presented in this resource.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - Atoms & Elements, Independent Research, Molecules & Compounds|CHEM 30 - Independent Research
Exploring the Seashore in British Columbia, Washington and Oregon (Print-Non-Fiction). Snively, Gloria. Gordon Soules Book (SOU), 1978. 240 p. ISBN 0-919574-25-4 ($19.95 pbk.)
The book presents knowledge about the seashore and the plants and animals which live there. The contents include the identification of beach types, tidal zones and habitats as well as the type of plants and animals found in each. The author describes plant and animal structures and how particular behaviours help them survive in their habitat. The greatest value of this resource is its study of marine animal phyla and the marine biome, but it should be noted that this is essentially an excellent field guide.
Suggested Use: BIO 20: Diversity of Life, Ecological Organization
Other Uses: Science 9
The Extraordinary Chemistry of Ordinary Things (Print-Non-Fiction). Snyder, Carl. John Wiley (WIL), 1992. 686 p. ISBN 0-471-62971-5 ($61.95 hdc.)
In addition to covering a large number of the objectives in the chemistry curriculum guide in a way that will make them meaningful to students, there is also a lot of material for enrichment, extension, independent research and case studies. The book makes the connection between the properties of chemicals and how they are used. The author does an excellent job of discussing the Nature of Science, the STSE Interrelationships, Values that Underlie Science and Science-Related Interests and Attitudes. Included are a table of contents, glossary and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life|CHEM 20 - Introduction to Chemistry, Atoms & Elements, Chemical Reactions, Molecules & Compounds, Mole Concept & Stoichiometry, Behaviour of Gases, Organic Chemistry|CHEM 30 - Energy Changes in Chemical Reaction, Equilibrium, Solubility & Solutions, Acid-Base Equilibria, Oxidation & Reduction