nL;

Explore the world with NSTA
How to Teach With Topographic ivlaps
Dana Van Burgh, Elizabeth N. Lyons, and Marcg Bogington
The world of "topo" maps comes alive for instructors and students in this latest
in NSTAs "How To" series. Learn the special language of these maps-quadrangles,
contour lines, and mapping symbols-and apply it to build basic map
reading skills. Student activities explore longitude and latitude, the concept of
scale, and terrain changes. Use these skills to create a topo map ofyour own
schoolyard. As a bonus, an actual topographic map from the United States
Geological Survey is included! Whether preparing for a hike or beginning
geographical and environmental studies, effective teaching with topographic
maps starts here. (grades 5-10,1994,24pp.)
#P8038X8, $7.95
Energy Sources and Natural Fuels
bg Bill Aldridge, Linda Crow, and Russell Aiuto
Fifty-one full-color illustrations woven into innovative page layouts bring the
exploration of energy, photosynthesis, and fossil fuels to life. Scientists,
engineers, artists from the Russian Academy of Science, and NSTA educators
worked together to develop the student activities and to find ways to translate
industrial test and measurement methods into techniques appropriate for
school labs. (grades 9-10, 1993,80 pp.)
#P8104X, $12.95
Real Science, Real Decisions
A Collection of Thinking Activities fromThe Science Teacher
This book explores modern scientific advances and the difficult ethical
decisions they require. Also, it gives students a footing in a world that churns
out new science daily. Information about each topic is followed by questions
designed to create discussion among your students. The topics discussed
include animal rights, acid rain, AIDS, genetic screening, chemical warfare,
hunting, fetal cell transplants, and more. (grades 7-12,7990,32 pp.)
#PB082X, $8.50
To Order, Call:
(8oo) 722-NSTA
MasterCard, VISA, Discover, and Purchase Orders
Please make all orders payable in U.S. currency