SCIENCE EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER — Middle School List
All SERC resources may be reserved online
by emailing your request to: serc@uni.edu
These materials are available for students, UNI faculty and staff, and area teachers to check out. They may be previewed in McCollum Science Hall 160. Request materials for check out by emailing SERC@UNI.edu or calling 273-6912. Please provide specific title for material being requested and date needed. If you are not already in our Autolibrarian check out system, we will phone or email requesting necessary information in order to check out materials to you.
KITS/MODULES
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| Chemical Interactions (Boxes 1-5) |
Human Brain & Senses (Boxes 1-4) |
| Diversity of Life (Boxes 1-7) |
Planetary Science (Boxes 1-3) |
| Earth History (Boxes 1-4) |
Populations & Ecosystems (Boxes 1-3) |
| Electronics (Boxes 1 and 2) |
Weather & Water (Boxes 1-3) |
| Force & Motion (Boxes 1-4) |
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| Chemical Interactions (grade 6)) |
Pollution (grade 5) |
| DNA from Genes to Proteins (grade 6) |
Rocks and Minerals (grade 5) |
| Earth Processes (grade 6) |
Solar Energy (grade 5) |
| Electromagnetism (grade 5) |
Weather & Water (Boxes 1-3) |
| If Shipwrecks Could Talk (grade 6) |
Weather Forecasting (grade 5) |
| Newton's Toy Box (grade 6) |
You and Your Body (grade 5) |
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LABORATORY MATERIALS/EQUIPMENT
AVAILABLE ON LOAN TO TEACHERS
| Flashlights (Classroom set of 27) |
Human Skeleton (plastic model) |
| Safety Goggles (Classroom set of 30) |
Dissolved O2 Meter |
| Human Eye (plastic model) |
Van de Graf Generator |
| QX3+ Computer Microscopes (student scopes and software) (5 scopes) |
| Vernier Support |
| Earth Science with Calculators (2002) |
| Earth Science with Computers (2003) |
Probeware (Pasco , Vernier). Available on loan to teachers.
*includes all necessary accessories
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| Basic Optics Materials |
Exercise Heart Rare Monitor |
| Spectrophotometer |
ULI Microphone |
| Basic Electrostatics System |
Light Sensor |
Science Workshop (Sensors: light, rotary
motion, infrared, and high SENS light) |
Low-G Accelerometer |
| CO2 Sensor, Dissolved O2 Probe and Gas Pressure Sensor |
Magnetic Field Sensor |
Motion Detector, Turbidity Sensor,
Colorimeter, pH Sensor |
Relative Humidity Sensor |
| Conductivity Probe |
Temperature Probes (extra-long & stainless steel) |
| Dual-Range Force Sensor |
Thermocouple |
| EKG Sensor |
Water Depth Sensor |
PRINTED MATERIALS
TEACHING-PEDAGOGY
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American Association for the Advancement of Science. (1997). Resources for Science Literacy. New York: Oxford University Press.
Baker & Piburn. (1997). Constructing Science in Middle and Secondary School Classrooms. Needham Heights, MA:
Allyn & Bacon Publishing.
Bybee, R. (1995). Redesigning the Science Curriculum. A Report on the Implications of Standards and Benchmarks for Science Education. Colorado Springs: BSCS.
Chiappetta, E., Koballa, T. & Collette, A. (1994). Science Instruction in the Middle and Secondary Schools. 2nd Ed. Merrill Publisher.
Daniels, H. & Zemelman, S. (2004). Subjects Matters: Every Teacher's Guide to Content-Area Reading. Portsmouth,
NH : Heinemann.
National Research Council. (2001). Classroom Assessment and the NSES. Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
National Research Council. (2000). How People Learn . Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
National Research Council. (2005). How Students Learn . Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
National Research Council. (2000). Inquiry and the NSES. Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
National Research Council. (2004). NSTA Pathways to the Science Standards Middle School Edition. 2nd ed. (1998).
National Research Council. (1999). Selecting Instructional Materials. Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
Yager, R. (Ed.) (2005). Exemplary Science: Best Practices in Professional Development. Arlington, VA: NSTA Press. back to top
SCIENCE EDUCATION REFORM
AAAS. (2001). Atlas of Scientific Literacy. Washington, DC .
Aldridge, B. (Ed.). (1996). Scope, Sequence, and Coordination: A Framework for High School Science Education, Arlington, VA: NSTA.
American Association for the Advancement of Science, Project 2061. (1993). Benchmarks for Science Literacy. New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
National Research Council. (1999). Designing Mathematics or Science Curriculum Programs. Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
National Research Council. (1996). National Science Education Standards. Washington, D.C: National Academy Press.
ACTIVITY BOOKS
Bosak, Susan V. (2000). Science Is... Scholastic Canada Ltd.
Ingram, Mrill. (1993). Bottle Biology: An Idea Book for Exploring the World Through Soda Bottles and Other Recyclable Materials. Kendall-Hunt Publishing Co.
Liem, Tik. (1987). Invitations to Science Inquiry. 2nd. ed. Chino Hills, CA: Science Inquiry Enterprises.
Seismic Sleuths for Grades 7-12. (1994). The American Geophysical Union .
Teaching Chemistry with Toys: Activities Grades K-9. (1995). McGraw-Hill.
Taylor, Poth, & Portman. (1995). Teaching Physics with Toys: Activities for Grades K-9. Middletown, OH: Learning Triangles Press, An Imprint of McGraw-Hill.
Williams, P. (1995). Exploring With Wisconsin Fast Plants. Dubuque, IA : Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co.
Wisconsin Fast Plants Manual. (1989). Burlington, NC: Carolina Biological Supply Company.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL/JUNIOR HIGH LEVEL TEXTBOOKS
BSCS (Biological Science Curriculum Study, Third Edition, 2005)
Investigating Physical Systems
Investigating Life Systems
Investigating Earth Systems
(Teacher & Student Texts and Teacher’s Resource Book, Kits)
Science Explorer (Prentice Hall Science 2002)
Unit Texts, Teachers Editions, Teacher’s Resources & Integrated Science Laboratory Manuals. |
| Life Science |
Physical Science |
| Bacteria to Plants |
Chemical Building Blocks |
| Animals |
Chemical Interactions |
| Cells and Heredity |
Motion, Forces and Energy |
| Human Biology and Health |
Electricity and Magnetism |
| Environmental |
Sound and Light |
| Earth Science |
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| Inside Earth |
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| Earth’s Changing Surface |
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| Earth’s Waters |
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| Weather and Climate |
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| Astronomy |
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Glencoe Science (single text and modular)
Earth Science (with National Geographic Society). (2002).
Physical Science (with National Geographic Society). (2002).
Life Science (with National Geographic Society). (2002).
(teacher editions, student editions, ancillaries)
Science Level Red. (2003).
Science Level Blue. (2003).
Science: An Intro to Physical Science. (2003).
(teacher editions only)
Science Plus Integrated Science (Holt, Rinehart and Winston)
Levels Red, Blue, and Green
Annotated Teacher Edition. (2002).
Holt Science Spectrum Physical Science. (2004)
Holt Science and Technology (Holt, Rinehart and Winston)
Unit Texts (Student and Teacher Editions). (2003).
Teaching Resources & Skills Workbook (Student and Teacher Editions)
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TEACHING ANCILLARIES
| Holt Science & Technology for Holt Science & Technology |
| Anthology of Science |
Earth Science |
| Assessment Item Listing Introduction to Matter |
Astronomy |
| Assessment, Lab Activities, Teacher Resources |
Earth's changing Surface |
| Introduction to Matter |
Inside Restless Earth |
| Readings in the Content Area |
Water on Earth |
Science In the News!
Critical Thinking Worksheets
CNN Presents: Eye On the
Environment (Video) |
Weather and Climate |
| Science Fair Guide |
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| Science Tutor (CD-ROM) |
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| Technology Sampler (CD-ROMs) |
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| Life Science |
Physical Science |
| Animals |
Electricity and Magnestism |
| Cells, Heredity and Classification |
Forces, Motion and Energy |
| Environmental Science |
Interactions of Matter |
| Human Body Systems and Health |
Introduction to Matter |
| Micro-organisms, Fungi and Plants |
Sound and Light |
Holt Science Spectrum Physical Science. (2004).
Additional Earth Science
CPO Science: Earth & Space Science. ( Cambridge Physics Outlet 2002).
Modern Earth Science. (Glencoe-McGraw Hill 2002).
Modern Earth Science. (Holt, Rinehart, Winston 2002).
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INQUIRY TEXTS
NSRC: National Science Resources Center (Smithsonian)
Teacher’s Guides, Student Guides and Resource Books |
| Catastrophic Events (2000) |
Light (2002) |
| Earth in Space (2003) |
Organisms-From Macro to Micro (2003) |
| Electrical Energy and Circuit Design (2002) |
Properties of Matter (2000) |
| Energy, Machines, and Motion (2000) |
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INQUIRY CURRICULUM
It's About Time. (Herrf Hones Education Division).
Interactions in Physical Science. (2006).
Text, Student Workbook, Teacher's Education (Vol 1-3).
Integrated Coordinated Science. (2004)
Teachers' Education Units 1-4b.
Earth Comm:
Earth System Evolution.
Earth's Dynamic Geophere.
Earth's Fluid Spheres.
Investigating Earth System. (2001).
Modular – Teachers Guides and Student Readers.
Active Physical Science. (2005).
Text and Teachers Guides. (vol. 1-3).
SEPUP: Science Education for Public Understanding Program
Student Textbooks and Teacher’s Guides (Volumes 1 & 2).
Issues, Evidence And You. (2003).
Science & Life Issues. (2001).
Science and Sustainability. (2001).
Premiere: Science For Middle Schools (Frey Scientific 2002)
Teacher’s Guides:
Earth-The Water Planet
Forces & Motion
Structure & Changes of Matter
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ACTIVITY GUIDES
OBIS (Outdoor Biology Instructional Strategies)
The program consists of 93 activities, which are grouped into 27 modules.
Call/email SERC for 93 activities. |
| Adaptations |
Child's Play |
| Animal Behavior |
Desert |
| Aquatic Animal Behavior |
Forest |
| Backyard |
For Eight- to Eleven-Year-Olds |
| Bio-Crafts |
For Large Groups |
| Breakwaters & Bays |
For Small Groups and Families |
| Campsite |
Lawn/Pond Guides |
| Games & Simulations |
Pavement & Parks |
| Human Impact |
Ponds & Lakes |
| Lawns & Fields |
Schoolyard |
| Neighborhood Woods |
Seashore |
| Nighttime |
Streams & Rivers |
| Outdoor Study Techniques |
Trail |
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Wintertime |
| GEMS – Great Explorations in Math and Science : Upper Elementary-Middle |
| Acid Rain (6-9) |
Life through Time (5-9) |
| Animals in Action (5-9) |
Mapping Animal Movement(6-9) |
| Bubble-ology (3-9) |
Mapping Fish Habitats (6-9) |
| Chemical Reactions (4-9) |
Messages from Space )5-9) |
| Color Analyzers (5-9) |
Microscopic Explorations (4-9) |
| Convection: A Current Event (6-9) |
Moons of Jupiter |
| Crime Lab Chemistry (2-9) |
More than Magnifiers (6-9) |
| Discovering Density(6-9) |
Mystery Festival (1-9) |
| Dry Ice Investigations (5-9) |
Ocean Currents (5-9) |
| Earth, Moon & Stars (5-9) |
Of Cabbage & Chemistry (4-9) |
| Earth Worms (6-9) |
Only One Ocean (5-9) |
| Environmental Detective (5-9) |
Oobleck (K-8) |
| Experimenting with Model Rockets (6-9) |
Paper Towel Testing (5-9) |
| Fingerprinting (K-8) |
Plate Tectonics (6-9) |
| Global Warming (7-9) |
Real Reasons for Seasons (6-8) |
| Height-O-Meters (6-9) |
River Cutters (6-9) |
| Hot Water & Warm Homes |
Schoolyard Ecology (3-8) |
| Invisible Universe (6-8) |
Stories in Stone (4-9) |
| Learning about Learning (5-9) |
Vitamin C Testing (4-9) |
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