The microscope is designed to be able to view a three-dimensional object from the top and the bottom by looking through the two view areas in the microscope. Simple microscope that would be useful for examination of small objects and insects. Water can be poured into the examining area. This is a learning game that can be played by a large class using teams or by a small class with individual players. The object is to answer geography questions, and match map tiles to earn points and create a world map.
Questions have degrees of difficulty.
The book is about a family enduring a flood and how they acted during the emergency. The materials included in the kit permit the teacher to have students act out various parts of the story, as well as instruct the students concerning emergencies. A large number of activity ideas are included in the teacher's guide, with learning activities and their core subjects identified. Modern Mississippi is concerned with Mississippi life, and with American life in general, with Mississippi as the constant example. A prime objective of the series is the development and reinforcement of attitudes and values which lead to an appreciation of the state and of its potential as a satisfying and rewarding place to live and work.