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Science: Grades 11 and 12

Note: The list of resources in this section provides an update to Science: A Bibliography for the Secondary Level - Biology, Chemistry, Physics (1992).
Against the Odds
Atom Bond: The Atom With the Golden Electron
Biological Perspectives
Biology. 5th ed.
Biophysical Environment: Ecosystems and Interactions
Clone Inc.
Ecotourism: What Is It?
Globe Biology. Rev. ed.
Investigating Biological Concepts: A Laboratory Manual
Mountain Splendour
The New Way Things Work
Physics: Principles and Problems
Rekindling Traditions: Cross-Cultural Science & Technology Units
Saskatchewan Trails: A Guide to Nature Walks and Easy Hikes. 2nd ed.
There Are Only Two Problems in the World: Living With the Earth and Living With Each Other
Twixt Heaven and Earth
Wetland Explorer: Digital Expeditions Next Best to Nature
Wild Goose Chase



Against the Odds (Video). Bigelow Currie Productions Inc. (KIN), 2000. 23 min. Order no. 1344 ($149.95).

(CAN, I/M) This program focuses on three young women who have overcome obstacles such as racism, gender bias and poverty to become tremendously successful in the areas of science, technology and business.
Suggested Use: SCI 10; BIO 20; BIO 30; General
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Career and Work Exploration; Social Studies 20/History 20


Atom Bond: The Atom With the Golden Electron (Video). Classroom Video (MGR), 1998. 28 min. Dup. order no. V515. Teacher's Guide - Order no. G515 ($0.50 loose-leaf).

(CAN) This computer-generated animation program is a parody of a James Bond movie. Gold Metallic Bond is sent off to investigate why Carbon, Nitrogen and other atoms are training themselves in other types of bonds. He discovers their bond school and university finding that they are all working towards "Project D." In the finale, Bond is shown around a giant DNA. All the standard clichés and puns are used to contrive a way of showing each type of bonding.

A teacher's guide is available from Media Group.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - Atoms & Elements


Biological Perspectives (Print-Non-Fiction). Backe, Randall K., et al. BSCS - Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (KHP), 1999.
607 p. ISBN 0-7872-3743-4 ($69.95 U.S. loose-leaf).

This title is touted as presenting a nontraditional and student-centred approach to biology. The three-part print resource begins by focusing on the individual, a functioning organism and the centre of his or her own world. Next, the program enlarges its view to encompass the individual and her or his biological family. Last, it invites the individual to look beyond self and family to consider one's relationship to the surrounding world. The text is accentuated with numerous appealing colour illustrations. Included are a table of contents, a glossary and an index.

A CD-ROM is included to support Unit III.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; BIO 30 - Evolution; BIO 30 - Genetics


Biology. 5th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Miller, Kenneth R. and Levine, Joseph. Prentice Hall Inc. (LRDC), 2000. 1114 p. Order no. 3607 ($81.20 hdc.).

The 10 units in this American biology program each provide appealing features such as chapter previews and reviews, quick labs, journal activities, career profiles and much more. Plentiful attractive visuals add interest to the text. The unit titles are as follows:


Included are a table of contents, a glossary, an index and appendices on the metric system, science safety rules, care and use of the microscope, laboratory balance, the periodic table of elements and the six-kingdom classification system.

Please note that it is not advisable to purchase a class set of this resource.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; BIO 30 - Animal Systems; BIO 30 - Cell Structure & Function; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life; BIO 30 - Evolution; BIO 30 - Genetics


Biophysical Environment: Ecosystems and Interactions (Video). Classroom Video (MGR), 1998. 22 min. Dup. order no. V516. Teacher's Guide - Order no. G516 ($0.50 loose-leaf).

(CAN) The biophysical environment is made up of the interactions between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere and human activities. An analysis of the interaction and linkages of these four spheres results in spatial patterns at a variety of scales. This program examines the nature of spatial and temporal changes in the biophysical environment at three scales: local-as in the context of nutrient cycling in the Dorrigo Plateau, North South Wales, Australia; regional-the hydrological cycle operating in the Bellinger Valley Catchment, Australia; and global-the carbon cycle operating in the littoral zone throughout the globe.

A teacher's guide is available from Media Group.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization


Clone Inc. (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 2001. 52 min. Order no.
C 9100 036 ($39.95).

(CAN) This program offers a critical look at current advocates of human cloning such as Clone Rights United Front and the Raelians, a religious cult whose leader wishes to duplicate his genes. Biologists, geneticists, a psychoanalyst, a philosopher and other experts raise questions regarding this controversial, current issue. Some subtitles are used.

This program is closed-captioned for viewers with hearing disabilities.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics


Ecotourism: What Is It? (Video). Classroom Video (MGR), 1998. 24 min. Dup. order no. V517. Teacher's Guide - Order no. G517 ($0.50 loose-leaf).

(CAN) There is much debate over what constitutes ecotourism. This program examines the question in detail and focuses on three ecotourism activities. It examines what motivates ecotourists, and it explores the reasons why ecotourism has grown so rapidly over the past decade.

In Canada, viewers observe a group exploring some of North America's last remaining old growth forests - getting there by sea kayak.

The program then moves to Mexico, where it checks on the progress of Earthwatch volunteers. The dedicated group, all from the United Kingdom, have opted for a holiday in a hot, dry environment where they conduct wildlife research.

Finally, the group travels to Heron Island, a tiny coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This luxury resort prides itself on quality facilities within a dynamic natural environment.

A teacher's guide is available from Media Group.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization


Globe Biology. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Bernstein, Leonard. Globe Fearon Educational Publisher (LRDC), 1999. 672 p. Order no. 5943 ($113.70 hdc.).

The easy-to-read student text for this very basic biology program provides unit openers, chapter openers, main idea strategies to develop skills in identifying topics and ideas, skill development guidance, chapter reviews, career information, various types of activities and much more. Numerous colour visuals enhance the print. The unit titles include the following:


Included are a table of contents, a glossary, an index and appendices of safety symbols and guidelines, the metric system, the microscope, and prefixes and suffixes.
The teacher's annotated edition provides chapter overviews, teaching strategies and tips, intrascience connections and more.

Student and teacher laboratory programs and a package of 24 colour transparencies are also available.

Please note that it is not advisable to purchase a class set of the student resource.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; BIO 30 - Animal Systems; BIO 30 - Cell Structure & Function; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life; BIO 30 - Evolution; BIO 30 - Genetics


Investigating Biological Concepts: A Laboratory Manual (Print-Non-Fiction). Dickerman, John. Morton Publishing Co. (MTN), 2000. 282 p. ISBN 0-89582-508-2 ($32.95 U.S. pbk.).

Useful for advanced students, this two-part resource is focused on hands-on exercises, but it also includes a plethora of related information. Part I provides 12 exercises regarding principles of cell and molecular biology, and Part II provides 10 exercises regarding principles of organismal and population biology. Numerous colour figures support the text. Included are a table of contents and appendices on maintaining a laboratory notebook and measuring the concentrations of solutions.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; BIO 30 - Animal Systems; BIO 30 - Cell Structure & Function; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life; BIO 30 - Genetics


Mountain Splendour (Video). Karvonen Films Ltd. (NFB), 1998. 48 min. Order no. C9197 153 ($39.95).

(CAN) A fascinating glimpse into the unique ecosystem of the Rocky Mountains, this program features some of the most breathtaking footage ever shot in this area. It captures alpine flowers thriving on stony ground, mountain goats perching on sheer mountain face, grizzlies courting and much more.

This program is closed-captioned for viewers with hearing disabilities.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Use: Science: Middle Level


The New Way Things Work (CD-ROM). Macaulay, David. DK Publishing, Inc. (GDS), 1998. ISBN 0-7894-5285-5 ($36.95).

(CAN) Based on David Macaulay's renowned book, this resource is a multimedia encyclopedia of inventions and physical science concepts. In an amusing style, it explains how everyday machines and mechanical devices work and why. The Digital Domain section of the virtual landscape has thousands of virtual links to inform students of a machine's inventor, the time period in which it was built and the underlying principles of science behind it. Every machine is linked to one or more scientific principles with entertaining "Mammoth Movies" that introduce the principles.

An accompanying comprehensive teacher's manual provides 39 investigative activities to encourage students to explore, understand, illustrate and write about science concepts; to record and sort data and to conduct experiments. Included in this print guide is a table of contents.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Kinematics & Dynamics
Other Use: Science: Elementary Level; Science: Middle Level


Physics: Principles and Problems (Print-Non-Fiction). Zitzewitz, Paul W., et al. Glencoe/McGraw Hill (LRDC), 1999. 800 p. Order no. 5880 ($93.15 hdc.) Teacher's Wraparound Edition - Order no. 5900 ($129.20 hdc.).

This student text is visually appealing and user friendly. It was designed to introduce physics to students with a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, and it shows how physics is related to real-life experiences. Physics: Principles and Problems provides four problem-solving models: example problem, practice problem, problem-solving strategy and a math handbook at the back of the book that reinforces the math skills that are used to solve physics problems. Included are a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
The comprehensive teacher's resource offers the following materials organized in an attractive box:

Suggested Use: PHYS 20 - Heat; PHYS 20 - Light; PHYS 20 - Physics of Everyday Things; PHYS 20 - Sound; PHYS 20 - Waves; PHYS 30 - Atomic Physics; PHYS 30 - Electricity; PHYS 30 - Electromagnetism; PHYS 30 - Nuclear Physics


Rekindling Traditions: Cross-Cultural Science & Technology Units (Kit). Aikenhead, Glen, ed. University of Saskatchewan (NLSD), 2000. No order number is required. ($10.00 kit).

(I/M, SK) The goals of this resource are to "make western science and engineering accessible to Aboriginal students in ways that nurture their own cultural identities as Aboriginal people living in a multicultural country..." and "to respect the community's Aboriginal knowledge-an Aboriginal way of knowing-by involving community people in the development and modification of units for school science in a way that ensures validity and authenticity to their perspective." The CD-ROM includes an introduction, a teacher's guide, stories from the field and six units. These materials are also included in print format. The units in this resource include the following:

"Nature's Hidden Gifts"
"Snowshoes"
"Survival in Our Land"
"The Night Sky"
"Trapping"
"Wild Rice."

The units each include a curriculum connection, an overview, purposes, goals, objectives, background information, acknowledgements, lesson plans and appendices of valuable information related to the unit.

More information on this project is available at http://capes.usask.ca/ccstu
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Agricultural Botany of Saskatchewan; BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; Teacher Reference


Saskatchewan Trails: A Guide to Nature Walks and Easy Hikes. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Karpan, Robin and Karpan, Arlene. Parkland Publishing (LRDC), 2001. 288 p. Order no. 5443 ($17.65 pbk.).

(SK) Now there is a new edition of this well-organized, practical resource that invites readers to take a hike! It provides an informative, detailed guide to over 100 trails. The trails are located throughout Saskatchewan's various landscapes including prairie grasslands, aspen parkland, boreal forest, shield country, badlands, lakelands and river valleys. The information on each trail includes distance, time to allow for the hike, access, facilities and cautions. This resource would serve as a valuable guide for teachers when choosing a location for an appropriate field trip. Numerous black-and-white photographs and maps support the reader friendly text. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; Teacher Reference
Other Use: Science: Middle Level; Science 10


There Are Only Two Problems in the World: Living With the Earth and Living With Each Other (Print-Non-Fiction). Anderson, Willard Helge. W. H. Anderson (WHA), 1999. 126 p. No order number is required. ($20.00 pbk.).

(CAN) This resource presents some thought-provoking ideas for solutions to our global dilemma. It suggests a need to rouse the mass media into action and to shift our current capitalistic economic model into an ecologically sustainable model. One of the first actions suggested is that we learn to better understand each other so that we can work together as well as individually to improve global conditions. Included are a table of contents and a list of suggested readings.

Please note that this resource contains some grammatical errors and that while it is not visually appealing, the topics are presented in an interesting way with examples from real-life situations. This title should be balanced with other materials that present opposing views. It could serve as a launch pad for stimulating discussion and debate.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization


Twixt Heaven and Earth (Video). Incandescent Films (NFB), 1998. 48 min. Order no. C9197 171 ($39.95).

(SK) In this program, Saskatchewan's Dr. Stuart Houston reveals the secrets of the Swainson's hawk, a bird he has studied for over 50 years. Twixt Heaven and Earth informs viewers of ways that various governments have joined forces to protect these birds and other species from death caused by pesticides.

This program is closed-captioned for viewers with hearing disabilities.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization; BIO 30 - Animal Systems
Other Use: Science: Middle Level


Wetland Explorer: Digital Expeditions Next Best to Nature (Kit). EarthSeeker Multimedia Inc. (ESM), 2002. No order number is required. ($299.00).

(SK) This interactive program allows students to explore the diversity of life forms found in marshes. It offers three levels of difficulty for various users: novice, hot shot and pro. Wetland Explorer features the following:


An extensive guidebook in binder format accompanies the CD-ROM. It offers directions, classroom applications, exploration tools (e.g., dip net, binoculars), checklists, study notes and much more. Included is a table of contents.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life; BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Other Use: Science: Elementary Level; Science: Middle Level


Wild Goose Chase (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 2000. 50 min. Order no. C9100 011 ($39.95).

(CAN) In an entertaining and thought-provoking fashion, Wild Goose Chase offers a glimpse into the lives of the city-dwelling Canada goose and the Arctic-nesting lesser snow goose. It addresses the modern dilemma of what should be done with too many geese (after spending years and much effort in saving this species from extinction).

This program is closed-captioned for viewers with hearing disabilities.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization

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