¥Allen, John.
Biosphere II: The Human Experiment
. 1991. Viking Press.
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An in depth look at the Biosphere II project. The photographs in this book are wonderful. Some of the chapters go into great detail on the specific features of the structure and the creation of an environment that mimicks the earth. A great book for more advanced students to use as a resource.
Ansley, David. “The New World.”
Discover Magazine
. September 1990. Pages 61Ð69.
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An interesting magazine article describing the Biosphere II project from a scientists point of view. It includes quotes from the participants and some of the investors. Discussions on the inner workings of the project in easy to understand language
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Baron, Jill and Kathleen A. Galvin. “Future Directions of Ecosystem Science.”
Bioscience
. Vol. 40. No. 9. October 1990. Pages 640Ð642.
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This article discusses the current understanding of ecosystems and future pursuits in ecosystem studies. They also take the time to discuss the role women ecologists play in ecology.
Bormann, F. Herbert and Gene Likens.
Pattern and Process in a Forested Ecosystem
. Springer—Verlag. Pages 1Ð40.
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An ecology text book which contains some very detailed concepts, that are imperative to understanding the ecosystem, and what they involve.
Burnie, David.
How Nature Works
. 1990. Reader’s Digest Association, Inc.
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Designed for parents to provide nature enrichment at home with 100 hands on experiments. Many of which can be used in the classroom. Every day household items are needed.
¥Cochrane, Jennifer.
Plant Ecology
. 1987. The Bookwright Press.
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A great chance for students to look at plants as a part of the life cycle. This book puts plants and people together, and looks at the plants as living and breathing, a concept many students have trouble with.
Cohen Joy and Eve Pranis.
Grow Lab: Activities for Growing Minds
. 1990. National Gardening Association.
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A large selection of activities for classroom use with the grow lab. It is sectioned off by grade levels and includes worksheets and ideas for further enrichment.
Dane, Abe. “Small Worlds.”
Popular Mechanics
. January 1992. Pages 82Ð83.
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A quick surface look at the concept of creating a closed environment and what is going in with Biosphere II.
¥Elkington, John, Julia Hailes, Douglas Hill, and Joel Makower.
Going Green.
1990. The Penguin Group.
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A kids handbook to saving the planet. It breaks down many difficult concepts like the ozone and the global warming for student comprehension. It gives many ways students can do their part to save the earth. It also stresses the importance of each person doing their part no matter how old they are.
Farndon, John.
How the Earth Works
. 1992. The Reader’s Digest Association, Inc.
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Experiments and projects explore the earth’s structure, features and changing landscape. 100 great hands on activities to use in the classroom or at home.
¥Goodman, Billy.
The Rain Forest
. 1991. Tern Enterprise, Inc.
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A great introduction for students into the many living things in the rain forest. The writing is clear and easy to understand. The photographs are great.
Hale, Jack and Eve Pranis.
Grow Lab
. 1988. National Gardening Association.
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A complete guide to setting up and using a grow lab in the classroom, it includes everything from what to grow to specific activities to encourage interest and participation.
Herman, Marina Lachecki, Joseph F. Passineau, Ann L. Schimpf, Paul Treuer.
Teaching Kids to Love the Earth
. 1991. Pfeifer-Hamilton.
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This is a great book for parents and teachers it gives endless lists of resource materials and talks about teaching science to children. It also provides great activities that require very little materials but take advantage of the surroundings you are in.
¥Lambert, Mark and John Williams.
Animal Ecology
. 1988. The Bookwright Press.
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A look at animals and how they are similar to us. How they help make it possible for us to survive. Their role in the world. Great pictures and diagrams.
¥Markmann, Erika.
Grow It
. 1991. Random House.
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A gardening guide for students. It includes both indoor and outdoor activities. It is a book that can be used for individual student projects or for activities the whole class can participate in.
Milord, Susan.
The Kids’ Nature Book
. 1989. Williamson Publishing.
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365 indoor/outdoor activities and experiences. Set up for particular days so you can capitalize on the season. Can be used by parents or teachers. A great last minute resource some of the activities are quick for gaps in regular lessons.
Miller, Julie Ann. “Biosciences and Ecological Integrity.”
BioScience
. Vol. 41 No.4. April 1991. Pages 2O6Ð210.
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A detailed look at ecosystems and current trends in conservation. Very advanced terms and concepts are being considered, but the information is interesting and an important consideration when teaching students about ecosystems.
¥The New England Aquarium.
Do Fishes Get Thirsty?
1991. The New England Aquarium.
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26 questions about fish are answered in this great book. Everything from what is a fish to do fishes sleep is answered in this book. Great pictures and diagrams.
Odum, Eugene.
Fundamentals of Ecology
. 3rd edition. 1971. W. B. Saunders. Pages 3—36.
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A college text book that looks at the details of the ecosystem. Includes great descriptions of the water cycle, the carbon cycle and much more.
¥Pratt, Kristen Joy.
A Walk in the Rain Forest
. 1992. Dawn Publications.
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An alphabet tale about the rain forest. Each letter represents something about the rain forest. Great illustrations and easy reading for lower readers.
¥Rights, Mollie.
Beastly Neighbors.
1981. Yolla Bolly Press.
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A great book about nature in the city. It describes some of the animals that live in the soil, under leaves, bricks, or boards, and around roots of plants and suggests ways the students may study their characteristics.
Stover, Dawn. “Inside Biosphere II.”
Popular Science
. November 1990. Pages 54Ð59; 112.
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A look at the inner workings of Biosphere II. A brief look at each of the biomes and their role in the entire system. Good pictures, easy to digest information.
Turner, Mark Holman. “Building an Ecosystem from Scratch.”
BioScience
. Vol. 39 No. 3. March 1989. Pages 147Ð150.
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A great article about Biosphere II. It covers the design, the structure, the people inside, their training, and many more interesting and important facts about the project. Some of the terms are advanced.