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Biology
General Resources
Bill Nye Biology DVD
Educational video explores a
wide range of general biology
topics. Program explains 19th
century breakthroughs and
covers cell division, sex cell
division, and cell differentiation.
Learn about mitochondria,
proteins, neurotransmitters and
hormones. Witness the process
of photosynthesis and observe
how the discovery of the ecosystem
process bridged biology with physics, chemistry, and
other fields. 45 minutes. Grades 6—12. Copyright 2005. Sh.
wt. 0.51 kgs.
SB40842M DVD — $77.95
Animal Kingdom Mount Sets
Examine creatures from a wide range of animal kingdoms with these comprehensive collections. Each beautifullypreserved
specimen is embedded in a durable, clear acrylic block. Ideal for up-close and hands-on instruction.
12-Piece Mount Set. Includes: paramecium, sea
anemone, tapeworm, roundworm, leech, cuttlefish, scorpion,
tiger barb fish, frog, tortoise, zosterops, and white
mouse. Comes in a durable carrying case with magnetic
closure. Sh. wt. 5 lbs.
SB47475M — $270.45
20-Piece Mount Set. Includes: leech, cuttlefish, spider,
centipede, crab, swordtail fish, frog, water snake, zosterops,
bat, long horned beetle, cricket, cockroach, wasp,
lychee stink bug, cicada, mantis, butterfly, dragonfly, and
stick insect. Comes in a tough, latched carrying case.
Sh. wt. 13 lbs.
SB47476M — $431.95
Nature:
Silence of the Bees
Silence of the Bees explores one of
nature’s most baffling mysteries:
the disappearance of the honeybee.
Beginning in the winter of
2006, millions of bees vanished
from their hives without a trace.
The disappearing bees left billions
of dollars of crops at risk
and threatened our food supply.
Join researchers as they scramble
to discover why honeybees are
dying in record numbers and to
stop the epidemic in its tracks before it spreads further.
Includes extra feature, Why Bees are Important, and
bonus program, Parrots in the Land of Oz, which introduces
the brightest cast of characters in the Australia story.
From the outrageous drumming palm cockatoo in the
tropical rainforests, to the shameless red female eclectus
parrot of the far north who keeps a harem of males, these
true Australian originals are as resourceful as they are
rowdy. 118 minutes. Grade 8 and up. Sh. wt. 0.38 lbs.
SB46214M DVD — $23.75
Biology Inquiries
This exciting supplement to
biology instruction is filled
with innovative and original
ideas developed by the author
and tested in classrooms. The
unique approach — teaching
biology through active inquiry
rather than memorization —
will help teachers to introduce
standards-based labs and
constructivist lessons. Meeting
NSTA standards and differentiated
for various learning styles,
the book offers valuable tips on how to implement them.
Many of the lessons also include reproducible student
handouts for easy classroom use. 296 pages. Grades 7—12.
Sh. wt. 2 lbs.
SB42392M — $38.50
All About
Animals Poster
Teach students various facts about animals with
this informative poster. Gives a visual overview
of the characteristics, functions, and structure
of animals. Explains animal symmetry and provides
visual examples of bilateral, radial, and no
symmetry. Animal classification is also depicted,
including a tree showing the relationships
between the different animal groups. Laminated.
23" x 35". Grades 6-10. Sh. wt. 0.63 lbs.
SB48354M — $23.75
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Demo A Day —
Biology
Enliven the concepts of
biology with these demonstrations!
With more than
200 demonstrations, this
book aims to supplement
standards-based curriculum
and serve as engaging launching
pads for lessons by offering
concrete visualization of
abstract concepts. Because of
the constraints imposed by
organisms, some of the demos
are extended and require
from a day to a few weeks to unfold. However, all of the
entries aim to satisfy the basic value of demonstration.
That is, they fill only a brief portion of any given class
period. Also, there are limitations on time and material
resources that preclude the teaching of every concept
with student hands-on participation. Some of the topics
include: Process of Scientific Inquiry and Safety; Chemistry
of Biology; Kinetics of Biology: Enzymes; Cells: Structure,
Function, and Division; DNA and Biotechnology; Diversity of
Life: Microorganisms; and Ecology and Environmental Issues.
300 pages, spiralbound. Grades 9—12. Sh. wt. 2.19 lbs.
SB43858M — $52.35
Classification of Living
Things Lab Investigation
Introduce your students to the biodiversity of the five kingdoms
through the process of classification. Students view illustrations of
various life forms and use a simple, dichotomous key to determine
the appropriate kingdom and phylum of each. They’ll gather valuable
summary information regarding what each life form “does for a living.”
For 40 students. Grades 6—8. Sh. wt. 1.45 kgs.
SB35351M — $95.15
Specimen Mounts
Bring the natural world into your classroom with
this selection of beautifully-preserved specimens
encased in clear acrylic. Includes these 27 mounts:
chafer beetle, ladybug, mole cricket, praying mantis,
paper wasp, honey bee, ant, dung beetle, rhinoceros
beetle, monarch butterfly, long-horned beetle,
cicada, shield bug, spider, dragonfly, cricket, cockroach,
scorpion, centipede, walking stick, onion fly,
Chinese shrimp, silkworm, crab, starfish, grasshopper,
and stag beetle. Largest block measures 6-1⁄2"
x 2-7⁄8" x 7⁄8". Specimen blocks are enclosed in a
hard carry case measuring 16-1⁄2" x 13" x 2-5⁄16".
Sh. wt. 9.50 lbs.
SB48450M — $324.60
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Six Kingdoms Flip
Chart Set
A great way to introduce
standards-based science
concepts to students.
Includes 10 double-sided,
laminated charts, each 12"
x 18" and spiral bound on
a durable, free-standing easel. The front side features a
graphic overview of the topic, while the back side serves
as a “write-on/wipe-off” activity chart. Activity guide also
included. Grades 5-9. Sh. wt. 2.75 lbs.
SB47627M — $42.80