Titles and Descriptions - H
The Harper Collins Dictionary of Biology
Harvest of Sand: Desertification and Land Degradation. E.D.I.T. File 2
Healthy Homes, Healthy Kids
Heat and Temperature Set
Heath Chemistry. Canadian ed.
Heath Physics
The History of Invention
Holistic Resource Management
Home Place: Essays on Ecology
Homemade Holograms: The Complete Guide to Inexpensive Do-It-Yourself Holography
How Smart Are Animals?
Human Activity and the Environment: A Statistical Compendium
Human Activity and the Environment: A Statistical Compendium
The Human Body: An Overview
The Human Body ... Series. 2nd ed.
Human Form & Function
Human Life
Human Life Processes I: Cellular Physiology. Rev. ed.
Human Life Processes II: Systems Level
Human Reproduction: Social and Technological Aspects
The Harper Collins Dictionary of Biology (Print-Non-Fiction). Hale, W.G. and J.P. Margham. Harper Perennial (HCP), 1991. 569 p. ISBN 0-00-434351-4 ($14.95 pbk.)
More than 5,600 entries provide explanations. Nearly 300 diagrams are used. Examples aid in the clarification of terms. The major subjects of anatomy, biochemistry, ecology, evolutionary theories and others are covered. Biographies which detail the contributions of some biologists are included. Pronunciation keys are not included. Large, clear print without columns on non-cluttered pages is used. Some terms are cross-referenced for further inquiry. Flexible binding allows for ease in handling. This resource has more entries and more illustrations than The Facts on File Dictionary of Biology. Both these titles seem superior to the Concise Dictionary of Biology in use of illustrations and binding.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - General Reference|BIO 30 - General Reference
Harvest of Sand: Desertification and Land Degradation. E.D.I.T. File 2 (Print-Non-Fiction). Tooke, Moyra (ed.). Teacher's Press (TCH), 1990. ($27.50 Loose leaf)
This package deals with the causes and effects, case studies and solutions and the issue in Canada of desertification and land degradation. The E.D.I.T. file system organizes complex up-to-date information about global environment and development issues for Canadian classrooms. The material is selected to give a broad perspective on changing world events and to provide a relevant resource base for student discussion and research. The material can be freely duplicated to allow class, group or independent study. Each reading presents opportunities for discussion and related activities. The biases of the writers may show. The readings have been edited for appropriate comprehension levels. Terms which are specific to development issues will be found in the E.D.I.T. Glossary of Environment and Development Terms which is available free of charge.
Every autumn an E.D.I.T. catalogue, listing new files and any new readings for existing files, will be mailed to teachers. Teachers can order reprints of individual readings by quoting the number in the top right-hand corner.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Other Uses: Social Studies 7
Healthy Homes, Healthy Kids (Print-Non-Fiction). Schoemaker, Joyce M. and Charity M. Vitale. Island Press (MEL), 1991. 221 p. ISBN 1-55963-056-6 ($17.50 pbk.)
The topics include maintaining a chemical free yard, breathing defensively when outdoors and running safely. Techniques are suggested about how to remove pesticides from supermarket produce and additives from processed foods. Included are a table of contents, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization|BIO 30 - Animal Systems|CHEM 20 - Independent Research|CHEM 30 - Independent Research
Other Uses: Science 10|Wellness 10|Life Transitions 20/30|Secondary Level Health
Heat and Temperature Set (Kit). Boreal Laboratories (BORE), Order No. 64372 ($145.20)
Contents:
Ball and ring Apparatus
Compound Bar
Gas Convection Apparatus
Pulse Glass
Radiometer
Calorimeter
Specific Heat Specimens (Set of 5)
Mercury thermometer (-20 degrees to 110 degrees C)
The Heat and Temperature Set could be used to demonstrate the effects of heat on various solids, liquids, and gases, allowing students to explore conduction, convection, radiation, and specific heat. Sample activities are included.
Suggested Use: PHYS 20 - Heat
Other Uses: Secondary Level Science
Heath Chemistry. Canadian ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Herron, J. Dudley. D.C. Heath (BB), 1987. 742 p. BB 6335 ($53.45 student edition, hdc) BB 6336 ($69.15 teacher's annotated edition, hdc)
This is a colourful, attractive text with numerous problems dealing with applications and review questions for practice. The material allows for integrated units with biology and physics. Good concrete examples of advanced technology such as superconductors and optical fibres are given. This text provides a good to excellent support for all the DSLs. The resource book and lab manual are excellent. Included are a table of contents, glossary and index.
Suggested Use: 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 Reactions, Reaction Kinetics, Equilibrium, Solubility & Solutions, Acid-Base Equilibria, Oxidation & Reduction
Heath Physics (Print-Non-Fiction). Martindale, David G. D.C. Heath (BB), 1992. 840 p.
BB 6533 ($47.10 hdc.) BB 6534 ($29.33 teacher's edition)
This is the colourized American version of two Canadian texts, published by D.C. Heath. This text is visually more exciting and compact, but obviously lacks the Canadian content of the other versions. Diffraction and refraction of waves are omitted in this American version. Because of extra questions and examples, this may be useful as a teacher resource for educators using the Canadian versions. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: PHYS 20 - Physics of Everyday Things, Waves, Light, Sound, Heat|PHYS 30 - Kinematics & Dynamics, Momentum, Mechanical Energy, Fluid Mechanics, Electricity, Nuclear Physics
The History of Invention (Print-Non-Fiction). Williams, Trevor I. Facts on File (CMG), 1987. 352 p. ISBN 0-8160-1788-3 ($50.00 hdc.)
Technological innovations are explained in light of the need that each met while creating a demand and opportunity for the next breakthrough. Thousands of inventions are chronicled and placed in their historical, cultural and scientific context. The resource is well illustrated and incorporates the Dimensions of Scientific Literacy into the information presented, with an emphasis on the Science-Technology-Society-Environment Interrelationships. This resource is a good research reference book for grades nine to twelve.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - Independent Research|CHEM 30 - Independent Research
Other Uses: Science 10
Holistic Resource Management (Print-Non-Fiction). Savory, Allen. Island (IPS), 1988. 564 p. ISBN 0-933280-61-0 ($27.50 pbk.) ISBN 0-933280-62-9 ($45.00 hdc.)
This American resource would broaden gifted students' and teachers' perspective on the problem areas in ecology and raise awareness that these problems are very complex. The issues have wide application. Teachers could supplement this material with examples to show that Canadians are doing the same things and that we can expect or already have identical results. Teacher Resource.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Home Place: Essays on Ecology (Print-Non-Fiction). Rowe, Stan. (Henderson Book Series #12). NeWest (NEW), 1990. 253 p. ISBN 0-920897-78-9 ($14.95 pbk.)
Rowe has put together a collection of essays on human ecology, comprising a selection of articles written over the last decade. They are centred around the theme of Earth-as-Home-Place and how we should value it. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography. All teachers of Biology 20 should read this book.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Agricultural Botany
Homemade Holograms: The Complete Guide to Inexpensive Do-It-Yourself Holography (Print-Non-Fiction). Sovine, John. (1990). TAB Books (MHR), 230 p. ISBN 0-8306-3460-8
($30.95 pbk.)
Directions are given for building such things as holograms and lasers. While the average student or teacher may not value this book highly, those of a technical bent may gain a great deal from it. Many sections have an excellent review or extension for Physics 20. The specific factors of scientific literacy, supported by this material are orderliness, accuracy, designing experiments, science and technology, the impact of science and technology and all the factors incorporated under Dimension of Scientific and Technical Skills.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Science Challenge|PHYS 20 - Optics
Other Uses: Science 10
How Smart Are Animals? (Print-Non-Fiction). Patent, Dorothy Hinshaw. Harcourt Brace Jovanovich (CMG), 1990. 189 p. ISBN 0-15-236770-5 ($17.95 hdc.)
The content concerns learning and intelligence in animals. Many issues are raised but no answer to the question stated in the title is given. The readers are left in the position of making a decision based on the information presented.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems, Evolution
Human Activity and the Environment: A Statistical Compendium (Print-Non-Fiction). Statistics Canada (STATS), 1986. Order No. 11-509E ($45.00 pbk.)
This volume supplies lots of statistical data about Canada's ecozones, physiography, industries, population and land use. The impact of human activity on the Canadian environment is made clear. Note that 1983 statistics are used. There is a strong support for the STSE Interrelationships. All Common Essential Learnings are supported in the material.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Other Uses: Science 10
Human Activity and the Environment: A Statistical Compendium (Print-Non-Fiction). Statistics Canada (STATS), 1991. Order No. 11-509E ($35.00 pbk.)
A current edition of the above publication which was listed in the Science 10 bibliography, it contains 1986 census statistics and other recent data. Specify copyright date when ordering. This resource is also available in French.
The Human Body: An Overview (Print-Non-Fiction). Kittredge, Mary. (The Encyclopedia of Health - The Healthy Body Series). Chelsea House (NEL), 1990. ISBN 0-7910-0019-2 ($24.99 hdc.)
The historical sketch in chapter one is a particularly useful survey of major advances in medicine. This volume from the series provides a good overview of basic physiology. It reviews the major
human body systems. Both structure and function are dealt with in a readable and easily understood manner. Included are a table of contents, glossary and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: Science 10
The Human Body ... Series. 2nd ed. (16 mm). Coronet Instructional Films (MHP), 1980.
11 - 22 min. each
The titles in this series include:
Human Body: Digestive System Order No. MP 8002
Human Body: Endocrine System Order No. MP 8001
Human Body: Excretory System Order No. MP 7999
Human Body: Muscular System Order No. MP 7998
Human Body: Nervous System Order No. MP 8006
Human Body: Reproductive System Order No. MP 8008
Human Body: Skeletal System Order No. MP 8004
Human Body: Systems Working Together Order No. MP 8005
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: Science 10
Human Form & Function (Print-Non-Fiction). Minett, Pamela, Wayne David and David Rubenstein. Unwin Hyman (IRW), 1989. 220 p. ISBN 0-7135-2714-5 ($26.00 pbk.)
This highly recommended material would make an excellent reference for student or teacher use. Basic information on a vast number of topics in human anatomy and physiology are presented briefly and factually. The topics cover a large number of items in which students are interested. Many sections contain experiments or labs. The graphs, charts and diagrams are very clear. This resource supports many of the key science concepts. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: Life Transitions, Home Ec, Health, Wellness, Family Life
Human Life (Print-Non-Fiction). Mackean, Don. John Murray (IRW), 1988. 295 p.
ISBN 0-7195-4500-5 ($29.50 pbk.)
Human Life is considered a good general reference book for activities such as student research papers. It has colourful illustrations including photomicrographs. In many cases the author makes practical connections to the world around us. A very diverse range of topics is covered. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization|BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: Science 10
Human Life Processes I: Cellular Physiology. Rev. ed. (Software). Classroom Consortia Media. (Biology Series). IBM (IBM), 1986. Order No. 6024-649 ($69.30)
Contents: 1 - 3.5" diskette, 1 guide
System requirements: colour monitor, 256 KB of memory, printer is optional.
The objectives are for the students to apply biological principles to everyday life, interpret graphs and diagrams, understand relationships among organisms and synthesize biological concepts. The simulations presented make this program appropriate for slower students having difficulty with the cell unit in Biology 30.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Cell Structure & Function
Other Uses: Science 10
Human Life Processes II: Systems Level (Software). Classroom Consortia Media. (Biology Series). IBM (IBM), Version 1.01 Order No. 6024-616 ($77.00)
Contents: 1 - 3.5" diskette, 1 guide
System Requirements: Colour monitor, 256 KB of memory, printer is optional.
Students are able to investigate how cells, tissues and organs work together in the human body and study the components and functions of the respiratory, excretory and digestive systems. This package would promote independent learning.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Uses: Science 10
Human Reproduction: Social and Technological Aspects (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. (Innovations: The Social Consequences of Science and Technology Program). Kendall/Hunt (KHP), 1983. 89 p. ISBN 0-8403-3323-4 ($6.90 U.S. student text pbk.) ISBN 0-8403-3324-4 ($14.90 U.S. teacher's guide pbk.)
The activity topics for this module include the controversial innovations of contraception, sex preselection, adoption, artificial insemination, and population control. This American module is designed to deal with what the topic is, how it affects the student and the general population, how valuable the innovation is to the general population and what might be the future of the innovation.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Animal Systems