Titles and Descriptions - W-Y
What Goes Up: The Global Assault on Our Atmosphere
What Light Through Yonder Window Breaks? More Experiments In Atmospheric Physics
The Wheatgrass Mechanism
When Do Fish Sleep?
The Who's Who of Nobel Prize Winners 1901 - 1990. 2nd ed.
Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? and Other Imponderables
Wild & Free: Living with Wildlife in Canada's North
Wild Rice Growers Training Manual
Wilderness and Wildlife: Issues of Conservation and Preservation. E.D.I.T. File 9
Wildflowers Across the Prairies. Rev. ed.
Women in Science
The Wonder of Canadian Birds
The World Map
World of Chemistry Series
The World's Wetlands. E.D.I.T. File 17
You and Toxicology
What Goes Up: The Global Assault on Our Atmosphere (Print-Non-Fiction). Nance, John J.
Wm. Morrow (GAG), 1991. 324 p. ISBN 0-688-08952-6 ($27.95 hdc.)
Nance provides a "behind the scenes look" into events and people involved in the headlines on global warming and ozone depletion. The writing is in layman's terms. There is an emphasis in this material on the human factor in science and scientific research. This material relates very well to factors in the Nature of Science, STSE Interrelationships and the Values that Underlie Science Dimensions. The format of this material limits its use in that it would not be very effective in part, but would need to be read in its entirety. Teachers and some students looking for an in-depth reading
resource on this topic may find it a good reference. The content is historical. Included are a table of contents, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - Independent Research|CHEM 30 - Independent Research
Other Uses: Science 10
What Light Through Yonder Window Breaks? More Experiments In Atmospheric Physics
(Print-Non-Fiction). Bohren, Craig F. John Wiley & Sons (WIL), 1991. ISBN 0-471-52915-X
($18.50 pbk.)
Solid illustrations are given of the physical principles behind various natural phenomena involving light, sound and thermal energy. This is a useful resource for teachers and students. The explanation of concepts are done at a fairly readable level. Through examples drawn from everyday situations, the authors bring many of the DSLs into the book.
Suggested Use: PHYS 20 - Light, Sound, Heat
Other Uses: Science 10
The Wheatgrass Mechanism (Print-Non-Fiction). Gayton, Don. Fifth House (FIF), 1990. 156 p. ISBN 0-920079-70-9 ($16.95 jacketed pbk.) ISBN 1-895618-09-6 ($12.95 pbk.)
Gayton provides a fascinating look at how plants adapt to prairie conditions. This is considered a must for anyone teaching Biology 20 in Saskatchewan. It is an excellent reference for keen students who want to understand the prairie ecosystem. Humour and imagery are used in the narrative writing style. Some statements of opinion should foster discussion and should be recognized as opinion. The DSLs of the Values that Underlie Science and Science-Related Interests and Attitudes receive excellent support in this material. Saskatchewan examples are used. There is a wide range of Aboriginal and Métis content with some outdated terminology. Included are a table of contents and bibliography.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life, Agricultural Botany|
BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life, Cell Structure & Function
When Do Fish Sleep? (Print-Non-Fiction/Audiocassette). Feldman, David. Caedmon Audio/Harper & Row (BORE), 1989. 56:24 min./260 p. Order No. 68044-000 ($13.13 text) Order No. 68044-01 ($11.81 cassette)
The book is a great resource which gives more detailed imponderables and their solutions/answers than the tape. The two formats deal with mysteries, questions, and topics that cover a wide range of subjects. The imponderables should aid in developing skills in critical and creative thinking,
communication, role-playing, debating, as well as developing inquiry skills and skills in making value
judgements. Use of this material could add fun to science classes. Included are a bibliography and an index.
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
The Who's Who of Nobel Prize Winners 1901 - 1990. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Schlessinger, Bernard S. and June H. Schlessinger. Oryx (ORYP), 1991. 231 p. ISBN 0-89774-599-X
($39.50 U.S. hdc.)
While not essential for support of the curricula, this compilation of Nobel Prize winners and their contributions, fits well as supplementary material especially in the areas of STSE Interrelationships
and Science-Related Interests and Attitudes. Included are a table of contents and an index.
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
Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? and Other Imponderables (Print-Non-Fiction). Feldman, David. Harper & Row (HCP), 251 p. ISBN 0-06-091515-3 ($13.50 pbk.)
The book attempts to answer many interesting and unusual kinds of questions. Some of the questions may be dismissed as trivial by adults, but they are typical of the kinds of questions children ask. Each "imponderable" is followed by a short answer. Included are a table of contents and an index.
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: Secondary Level Science
Wild & Free: Living with Wildlife in Canada's North (Print-Non-Fiction). Wilson, Jan and Sally Wilson. Gordon Soules (SOU), 1989. 190 p. ISBN 0-919574-87-4 ($14.95 pbk.)
Interesting little stories about the habitat and behaviour of wild animals in the forests are presented in this book. It is easy to read. Drawings and photographs accentuate the text. Included are a table of contents, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life
Wild Rice Growers Training Manual (Print-Non-Fiction). Weinstein, G. and B. Plunz. Saskatchewan Education - Northern Division (NDSE), 1987. (Free of Charge)
Providing an overview of provincial regulations, growing, harvesting, processing and business
management of wild rice, this coil-bound book is a very comprehensive yet readable source. Large illustrations add to the information provided.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Agricultural Botany
Other Uses: Agriculture
Wilderness and Wildlife: Issues of Conservation and Preservation. E.D.I.T. File 9
(Print-Non-Fiction). Tooke, Moyra, ed. Teachers' Press (TCH), ($25.00 Loose leaf)
A useful resource for information on Canadian Wildlife processes, the material addresses the major issues of conservation and preservation. 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 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
Wildflowers Across the Prairies. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Vance, Fenton, James Jowsey, and James McLean. Western Producer Prairie Books (BB), 1984. 214 p. BB 2558 ($16.05 pbk.)
This is an excellent book for identifying species of flowering plants which are native to Saskatchewan and for encouraging students to become interested in the diversity of Saskatchewan angiosperms. One or more colour illustrations and line drawings are given for some of 270 species of plants of Saskatchewan and similar areas including Manitoba, Alberta, Northwest Territories, Montana, the Dakotas and Minnesota. Scientific and popular names identify each plant. Information on the flowers, fruit, leaves, growth habit and habitat is provided. This book was previously listed in the Textbooks Circular. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life
Other Uses: Secondary Level Science
Women in Science (Print-Non-Fiction). Gornick, Vivian. Simon & Schuster (IRW), 1983.
ISBN 0-671-69592-4 ($12.25 pbk.)
Some of the struggles and successes of women involved in the field of science are depicted by Gornick. This material may not be interesting enough for students to read from cover to cover, but
would be useful for students wanting information in this area. The Dimension of Values and Attitudes that Underlie Science is addressed. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
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
The Wonder of Canadian Birds (Print-Non-Fiction). Savage, Candace. Western Producer Prairie Books (DGL), 1985. 211 p. ISBN 0-88833-273-4 ($24.95 hdc.)
Colourful, often full page photography and some distribution maps add to the one to two pages of written information on specific Canadian birds. This book would be useful for research projects, but also is attractive enough for general interest browsing by students.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life|BIO 30 - Animal Systems
The World Map (Map). (A Developing World Series). Media-Sphere (CIDA), 1990. 82 cm by 96 cm No order no. is needed (Free of charge)
This large folding wall map offers information on population, health, education, economy and environment. Based on the United Nation's classification, the developed countries, the developing countries and the least developed countries are shown in various colours. Order forms for this and other free materials can be obtained from CIDA. The map is available in French and English.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization Other Uses: Social Studies
World of Chemistry Series (Videotape). Annenberg/CPB Project (MHP), 1988. 26 - 29 min. programs Dup. Order No. V03120 - V03145
Various topics in chemistry are covered. The series is highly recommended. Check "Possible Starting Points for Acquiring Resources" section in this bibliography for information on duplication of series pricing discounts from Media House.
Titles Dup. Order No. Curriculum Correlation
The Age of Polymers V03141 Chem. 20: Organic Chemistry
The Atom V03125 Chem. 20: Atoms & Elements
The Busy Electron V03134 Chem. 20: Atoms & Elements
Carbon V03140 Chem. 20: Organic Chemistry
Chemical Bonds V03127 Chem. 20: Molecules & Compounds
Chemistry & the Environment V03144 Chem. 20/30: Independent Research
Colour V03121 Chem 20: Molecules & Compounds
The Driving Force V03132 Chem 20: Chemicals Reactions/Rates of Reactions
Futures V03145 Chem 20/30: Independent Research
The Genetic Code V03143 Bio 30: Genetics
A Matter of State V03124 Chem 20: Atoms & Elements
Measurement: The Foundation of
Chemistry V03122 Chem. 20: Introduction to Chemistry
Metals V03138 Chem 20: Atoms & Elements
Modelling the Unseen V03123 Chem 20: Atoms & Elements Chem 20: Mole Concept & Stoichiometry
Molecular Architecture V03128 Chem 20: Molecules & Compounds
Molecules in Action V03133 Chem 30: Molecules & Compounds
On the Surface V03139 Chem 30: Reaction Kinetics
The Periodic Table V03126 Chem 30: Atoms & Elements
The Precious Envelope V03136 Chem 20: Behaviour of Gases
Proteins: Structure and Function V03142 Bio 30: Chemical Basis of Life
The Proton in Chemistry V03135 Chem 20: Atoms & Elements
Signals from Within V03129 Chem 20: Atoms & Elements, Molecules & Compounds
Water V03131 Chem 20/30: Independent Research
The World of Chemistry V03120 Chem 20: Introduction to Chemistry
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics, Chemical Basis of Life|CHEM 20 - Organic Chemistry, Atoms & Elements, Molecules & Compounds, Chemical Reactions, Independent Research, Introduction to Chemistry, Mole Concept & Stoichiometry, Behaviour of Gases|CHEM 30 - Independent Research, Reaction Kinetics
The World's Wetlands. E.D.I.T. File 17 (Print-Non-Fiction). Tooke, Moyra, ed. Teacher's Press (TCH), 1991. ($27.50 loose leaf)
Very recent articles give insights into the extent of the problem of wetlands, the search for solutions and the issue in Canada. 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. With all the work that has been done on the North American Waterfowl Plan and endangered habitats, this kit would supply valuable support for the teacher. The Saskatchewan scene would need to be supplemented. The material can be freely duplicated to allow class, group or independent study. Each reading presents opportunities for discussion and related activities. 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. Included are a reader's guide and fact sheets.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
You and Toxicology (Print-Non-Fiction). Schiefer, H. Bruno, Donald Glrvine, Shirley B. Buzik. University of Saskatchewan (USB), 1986. 114 p. ISBN 0-88880-195-5 ($10.00 pbk.)
Information is provided on the never-ending dream: zero risk, food additives, poisonous plants, industrial chemicals and others. This is a very good book concerning safety with chemicals, and very applicable to Saskatchewan with a chapter on farm chemicals. This material could be used as reference for the section in Chemistry 20 on lab safety as well as for independent work. The material is considered to be an excellent support for the Dimension of Science-Technology-Society- Environment Interrelationships. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Agricultural Botany, Various Options, Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life|BIO 30 - Various Options|CHEM 20 - Independent Research, Consumer Chemistry|CHEM 30 - Case Studies, Independent Research
Other Uses: Science 10|Science 9 - Teacher Reference