Secondary Sciences
Biology
Advances in Genetic Technology (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. D.C. Heath (HTH), 1989. 85 p. ISBN 0-669-17873-X ($10.50 pbk. student text) ISBN 0-669-17874-8 ($10.50 pbk. teacher guide)
The authors provide a practical introduction to the field of biotechnology. The lessons are achievable in a relatively short period of time with inexpensive and readily available materials. This is considered to be excellent material especially for enrichment purposes. Science processes, technology, skill development and ethics are emphasized. American content is used. Included is a table of contents.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics
Basic Genetics: A Human Approach. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. Kendall/Hunt (KHP), 1991. 125 p. ISBN 0-8403-3551-0 ($9.90 U.S. pbk. student text) ISBN 0-8403-35706-2 ($19.90 U.S. pbk. teacher guide)
Articles, stories, editorials, letters and interviews are presented in a magazine format. The activities provide for examination of the principles of genetics and the moral, ethical, and legal issues that arise from new knowledge and technology in genetics. The content is American. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics
Biological Science: An Ecological Approach: Green Version. 7th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. Kendall/Hunt (KHP), 1992. 800 p. Ordering Information:
| Student Text | ISBN 0-8403-5864-4 ($34.90 U.S. hdc.) |
| Student Study Guide | ISBN 0-8403-5866-0 ($8.90 U.S. pbk.) |
| Teacher's Text | ISBN 0-8403-5865-2 ($43.90 U.S. hdc.) |
| Teacher's Resource Book | ISBN 0-8403-5868-7 ($49.90 U.S. hdc.) |
Although this text is American in content, it is considered to be an excellent resource. It is process oriented and activities are incorporated into the text. There are key hints in the teachers edition of this text for applying the DSLs. There is a section on keeping biological information in the classroom current. This section is considered to be useful for new technology. There is also a section on careers in biology.
Previous editions of this text were listed in the Textbooks Circular. This edition is considered better than the 6th edition in respect to size and binding. Some sections have been reorganized to make the content flow more easily. Included are a table of contents, glossary and index.
| Suggested Use: | BIO 20 - Introduction, Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life, Agricultural Botany of Saskatchewan; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life, Cell Structure and Function, Genetics, Animal Systems, Evolution |
Biology: Living Systems. 6th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Oram, Raymond F. Merrill (MMC), 1989. 822 p. ISBN 0-675-06484-8 ($54.32 hdc. student text) ISBN 0-675-06485-6 ($49.00 hdc. teacher edition)
The text offers information with colourful and clearly explained diagrams. It is content oriented. Activities are incorporated into the text. The advances in biology sections at the end of the chapters are considered to be interesting reading for students. This text is strong in the area of photosynthesis.
| Suggested Use: | BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life, Agricultural Botany of Saskatchewan; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life, Cell Structure and Function, Genetics, Animal Systems, Evolution |
Biomedical Technology (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. (Innovations: The Social Consequences of Science and Technology Program). Kendall/Hunt (KHP), 1984. 89 p. ISBN 0-8403-3286-6 ($6.90 U.S. pbk. student edition) ISBN 0-8403-3287-4 ($14.90 U.S. teacher guide)
Controversial topics such as changing patterns of sickness and health, public understanding of biomedical science, plus the innovations of genetic screening, in vitro fertilization, embryo transfer, amniocentesis and science as a business are dealt with in this material. 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 the future of the innovation might be.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics
Genes and Surroundings (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. Kendall/Hunt (KHP), 1983. 147 p. ISBN 0-8403-3065-0 ($9.90 U.S. pbk. student text) ISBN 0-8403-3066-9 ($17.90 U.S. pbk. teacher guide)
This American material examines human genetics from the perspective of diversity. Students are asked to observe, record, and interpret the variability of life that surrounds them. They are asked to consider its biological roots and its ultimate expression in the myriad environments that constitute modern society. Included is a table of contents.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics
Guide to Farm Practice in Saskatchewan. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Agriculture and Agriculture Canada. University of Saskatchewan. Division of Extension and Community Relations (BB), 1987. 240 p. Order No. BB 2150 ($2.00 pbk.)
Published every three years from 1933 to 1987, this material is no longer in print but many schools have copies, the Book Bureau has a limited number and copies may be available from extension agrologists. It contains much information which may be useful both for teacher background and for student research. Sections on the climate, soil productivity, and habitat protection in Saskatchewan will be especially useful. Included are a table of contents and an index.
| Suggested Use: | BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life, Agricultural Botany of Saskatchewan |
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. pbk. student text) ISBN 0-8403-3324-4 ($14.90 U.S. teacher's guide)
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
Investigating Terrestrial Ecosystems. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Andrews, William A. and Donna K. Moore. (Contours: Studies of the Environment Series). Prentice Hall (PRN), 1986. ISBN 0-13503-186-9 ($30.71 pbk.)
The authors describe the major biomes of North America and the factors which determine the composition and extent of these biomes. A strength of the book is the large number of ideas for both indoor and outdoor activities dealing with the examination of ecosystems. This book was previously listed in Textbooks Circular.
| Suggested Use: | BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life; BIO 30 - Animal Systems |
Investigating the Human Environment: Land Use (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. Kendall/Hunt (KHP), 1984. 106 p. ISBN 0-8403-3318-8 ($6.90 U.S. pbk. student edition) ISBN 0-8403-3319-6 ($14.90 U.S. teacher's guide, loose-leaf format.)
This material was designed to provide sources of information about land use that will affect the land use decisions of the future. The program focuses on the development of independent thought. It is intended to sharpen the problem-solving skills that lend to good decision making. The content is American. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Issues in Agriculture (Print-Non-Fiction). Saskatchewan Education (BB), 1986. 48 p. Order No. BB 5238 ($3.20 loose-leaf)
Teachers may find some use for the objectives, activities and student information sheets in providing information for independent student research activities. This resource was distributed to all secondary level schools in Saskatchewan in 1987.
| Suggested Use: | BIO 20 - Optional Units; BIO 30 - Optional Units; CHEM 20 - Independent Research |
| Other Uses: | Science 10; Middle Level Science |
Landscapes: A Guide to Landforms and Ecology of Southern Saskatchewan (Print-Non-Fiction). Rowe, J.S. Saskatchewan Environment (SKE), 1983. (Free print material)
Consisting of a teacher reference manual, landscape guides, a set of slides, a landscape map, and posters, this series was sent to each school in Saskatchewan in the early 1980s. The series is invaluable for the teacher who wants to apply the study of ecology to the environment of southern Saskatchewan.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
pH of Saskatchewan Soils (Print-Non-Fiction). (SIP Publication M84). University of Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan Institute of Pedology (SSS), 1987. (no charge)
The Institute of Pedology, University of Saskatchewan has produced a four colour map showing the pH levels of Saskatchewan soils. The leaflet also provides brief information on soil pH values.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
A Prairie Coulee (Print-Non-Fiction). Willock, Thomas. Lone Pine (LPP), 1990. 95 p. ISBN 0-919433-56-1 ($8.95 pbk.)
This is an excellent companion to Gayton's Wheatgrass Mechanism. Together they form a comprehensive resource for almost all of the grade 11 biology curriculum. The book is indispensable for those who want to use field trips to southern and western Saskatchewan as integral parts of their BIO 20 courses. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life.
Probing Levels of Life (Print-Non-Fiction). Humer, Paul J., et al. Merrill (MMC), 1989. 231 p. ISBN 0-675070260 ($14.00 pbk.)
This manual encourages students to think about what they see, question their observations and interpretations and then extend them. The manual presents problems in an open-ended manner.
| Suggested Use: | BIO 20 - Introduction, Agricultural Botany, Ecological Organization, Diversity of Life; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life, Cell Structure and Function, Genetics, Animals Systems, Evolution |
Saskatchewan Biotechnology (Print-Non-Fiction). Saskatchewan Science and Technology (SST), 1988.
A review of the state of biotechnological research being done in Saskatchewan and how this research applies to Saskatchewan's people are presented in this kit. Contents include a collection of teacher resource materials, student information sheets and student activities. There is also a master for a game board. Presently out-of-print, revised edition may be printed in the future. This material is especially strong in showing STS interrelationships. Excerpts from the teacher guide may be reproduced with credit given to the Government of Saskatchewan.
Suggested Use: BIO 30 - Genetics
Saskatchewan Field Crops (Kit). Saskatchewan Education/Saskatchewan Agriculture (--), 1983.
This kit was produced by the above agencies in 1983 and distributed to all Saskatchewan middle and secondary level schools. It consists of a filmstrip with an audio cassette tape sound track, a transcript containing the text and pictures from the above, and a set of line drawings and fact sheets on eleven major crops. It is an excellent resource. The kit is now out of print. The audiotape only is available from Media House.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Agricultural Botany of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Flora and Fauna: Kingdoms of the Spore, An Invertebrate World (Kit). Saskatchewan Education (BB), 1984. This kit contains 4 filmstrips, 4 audiotapes, 2 booklets and 1 teacher's guide. Order No. BB 2505 ($20.00)
Saskatchewan Flora and Fauna 2: Vertebrates (Kit). Saskatchewan Education (BB), 1987. This kit contains 3 filmstrips, 3 audiotapes, 1 teacher's guide. Order No. BB 290 ($25.00)
The above kits were distributed to schools in Saskatchewan during 1984 and 1987, respectively. Each consists of a filmstrip with a cassette audio tape sound track, a transcript of the sound track, and a teacher's guide. Some species found in Saskatchewan are used to illustrate groups of organisms. The kits are invaluable for the teacher who wishes to set the study of biology in a Saskatchewan context, and who wishes to make best use of field trips.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life
Science, Technology and Society (Print-Non-Fiction). BSCS. (Innovations: The Social Consequences of Science and Technology Program). Kendall Hunt (KHP), 1984. 49 p. ISBN 0-8403-3272-6 ($6.90 U.S. pbk. student text) ISBN 0-8403-3273-4 ($14.90 U.S. pbk. teacher guide)
American in content, this resource was developed to provide information regarding the issues of science, technology and society that have important consequences for both present and
future social policies. The materials are designed to provide a means to assess the effects of selected technological innovations in order to make intelligent decisions regarding this area. Included is a table of contents.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Standing Room Only (Software). Sunburst (SUN), 1988. APPLE 5 1/4". Order No. 164802 ($65.00)
Standing Room Only is a computer simulation of human population growth. The program allows students to enter values for a range of variables, and receive a projection of population growth into the 21st Century. It is available in the Apple II, 5 1/4" format with 128K memory. Included are 2 discs and a teacher's guide.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
The Wheatgrass Mechanism (Print-Non-Fiction). Gayton, Don. Fifth House (FIF), 1990. 156 p. ISBN 0-920079-70-9 ($16.95 pbk.)
Gayton provides a fascinating look at how plants adapt to prairie conditions. This is considered a must for anyone teaching BIO 20 in Saskatchewan. It is an excellent reference for keen students who want to understand our prairie ecosystem. There is a language caution. Humour and imagery are used in the narrative writing style. Some statements of opinion should foster discussion and 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 Indian 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 of Saskatchewan; BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life, Cell Structure and Function |
Wildflowers Across the Prairies. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Vance, Fenton, James Jowsey, and James McLean. Western Producer Prairie Books (BB), 1984. 214 p. Order No. BB 2558 ($15.90 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 is presently listed in the Textbooks Circular. Included are a table of contents, glossary, bibliography and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life