Suggests bringing more nature into cities by allowing areas to go wild, and by creating ponds and gardens. Most sections are accompanied by an activity or experiment. Clearly written, good illustrations. Table of contents, glossary and index included. 2 filmstrips, two 6 min.
Students visit an artist's studio and are taught the basic physics of simple machines.
Introduces students to the lever, inclined plane, wedge, screw and pulley. Illustrates how machines make work easier for people. Features superb vividly coloured photos of creatures from the Vancouver Aquarium. Each photo is accompanied by simple facts. The reading level is quite advanced, but students will enjoy the pictures.