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Saskatchewan
Learning Resources
Science:
Additional Learning Resources
2009
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Science: Additional Learning Resources • Grade 8
Science:
Additional Learning Resources 8
Prepared by:
Curriculum and E-Learning Branch
Ministry of Education
2009
Science: Additional Learning Resources • Grade 8 |

Science: additional learning resources 8

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1. Science (Middle Level) – Saskatchewan – Bibliography. 2. Bibliography.
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Table of Contents
Foreword............................................................................................................... v
Print and Audio-visual Resources..................................................................... 1
Science 8: Suggested Resources by Unit......................................................... 42
Science: Additional Learning Resources • Grade 8 | iii

Foreword
T
his list of learning resources identifies high-quality resources that have been recommended
by the Ministry of Education to support the curriculum, Science 8. This list will be updated
as new resources are recommended and older ones are no longer available. A list of core
learning resources can be found on the Ministry of Education website.
(CAN) indicates that a Canadian contributed to the development of the resource and/or that
it includes Canadian content. (SK) indicates that a Saskatchewan person contributed to the
development of the resource and/or that it includes Saskatchewan content.
Other resources beyond those recommended in this list may effectively support Science 8. It
remains the responsibility of educators to preview and select materials that best meet the needs
of their students, school, and community. Educators should choose these materials in accordance
with the school division’s learning resources selection policy.
Pricing of the learning resources contained in this list is subject to change without notice.
Supplies are an essential component of an effective science program, leading to the development
of deeper understanding of scientific concepts through hands-on inquiry. Some supplies may be
collected; others may be constructed; and many may be purchased. School divisions may wish to
purchase and assemble kits to support units of study that can be shared among schools. Schools
may wish to purchase general supplies that should be available in every school.
The Ministry of Education expresses its appreciation to publishers, producers, and distributors who
have provided learning resources for evaluation, and gratefully acknowledges the contributions
made by educators who served as evaluators.
Science: Additional Learning Resources • Grade 8 | v

Print and Audio-visual 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Resources √ √
Suggested Uses
Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems (Gr. 8)
Reproduction and Human Development (Gr. 9)
Publisher
Heinemann Educational Books
Distributor
Fitzhenry & Whiteside Ltd.
195 Allstate Pky
Body Focus Series. Revised and MARKHAM ON L3R 4T8
(800) 387-9776
Updated. Fax: (800) 260-9777
Authors: Ballard, Carol and Parker, Steve E-mail: jghoura@fitzhenry.ca
Website: www.fitzhenry.ca
Annotation
Each title in this series focuses on a particular Price: $12.60 each pbk.
body part or system that enables us to think, Pagination: 48 p. each
feel, live, and be active. For each focus, readers Copyright: 2009
learn about common illnesses and possible Year Recommended: 2009
problems that may affect that part or system
of the body. Photographs and diagrams help
explain how the body works. The Reproductive
System is recommended for Grade 9,
Reproduction and Human Development unit.
Title ISBN
Bones: Injury, Illness and 978-1-4329-3416-3
Health
Brain: Injury, Illness and Health 978-1-4329-3410-1
Ears: Injury, Illness and Health 978-1-4329-3411-8
Eyes: Injury, Illness and Health 978-1-4329-3412-5
Heart and Blood: Injury, Illness 978-1-4329-3418-7
and Health
Hormones: Injury, Illness and 978-1-4329-3422-4
Health
Lungs: Injury, Illness and 978-1-4329-3420-0
Health
Muscles: Injury, Illness and 978-1-4329-3414-9
Health
The Reproductive System: 978-1-4329-3421-7
Injury, Illness and Health
Spinal Cord and Nerves: Injury, 978-1-4329-3415-6
Illness and Health
Science: Additional Learning Resources • Grade 8 | 1

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Suggested Use
Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems
Producer
Cells: The Building Blocks of Life Jaguar Educational Ltd.
Annotation Distributor
In Cells: The Building Blocks of Life, viewers are Media Group
introduced to modern cell theory. This DVD 2710 Millar Ave
presents and illustrates various terms related SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
to cell structure and function including the (888) 682-8808
nucleus, ribosomes, mitochondria, the Golgi (306) 933-4212
complex, and lysosomes. Cell division is briefly Fax: (877) 444-3354
discussed. Individual chapters facilitate the use E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
of this DVD in the classroom. Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
The pdf version of the teacher’s guide is Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
available from Media Group. Please contact blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
Media Group for details. Length: 16 min.
Order No.: V9901
Copyright: 2005
Year Recommended: 2007
2 | Science: Additional Learning Resources • Grade 8

Discover Canada’s Watersheds 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Annotation √
(CAN) Humans, wildlife, water, and land
formations are all part of a watershed. Vital Suggested Use
needs are served by watersheds, such as Water Systems on Earth
water, drinking water, places to live, wildlife Publisher/Distributor
habitat, agriculture, industry, hydroelectricity, Canadian Wildlife Federation
and recreation. This Canadian map highlights 350 Michael Cowpland Dr
594 watersheds, which eventually flow to KANATA ON K2M 2W1
the ocean watersheds. The poster includes (800) 563-9453
websites for further research and suggestions (613) 599-9594
of how to become involved in stewardship of Fax: (613) 599-4428
your local watershed. E-mail: info@cwf-fcf.org
The poster was distributed to all K-8 schools Website: www.cwf-fcf.org
in January 2009. The poster is not available for Price: $Free poster
purchase, but an online version is available No order number is required.
at www.cwf-fcf.org/en/resources/posters--
handouts/posters/watershed.html. Copyright: 2006

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Water Systems on Earth (Gr. 8)
Interactions Within Ecosystems (Gr. 7)
Publisher/Distributor
Canadian Plains Research Centre
The Ecoregions of Saskatchewan University of Regina
3737 Wascana Parkway
Authors: Acton, D., Padbury, G., and Regina, SK S4S 0A2
Stushnoff, C. Fax: 306-585-4699
Annotation E-mail: canadian.plains@uregina.ca
(SK) This exploration of Saskatchewan’s Website: http://cprc.uregina.ca/
ecoregions and ecozones emphasizes the Price: $18.00 pbk.
relationship between the environment and its Pagination: 205 p.
inhabitants. The book provides a description
ISBN: 978-0-88977-097-3
of the physical setting and biological features
of each ecozone including information on Copyright: 1998
climate, landforms and soils, groundwater, Year Recommended: 2003
vegetation, and wildlife. Black-and-white
photographs, line drawings, tables, charts,
and maps illustrate the resource. A glossary is
included.

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Suggested Uses
Earth’s Crust and Resources (Gr. 7)
Producer/Distributor
Discovery Education
Elements of Earth Science Series 687 Marshall Ave
WILLISTON VT 05495
Annotation (888) 892-3484
The video series may be used to address E-mail: education_info@discovery.com
outcomes at different grade levels. Rather Website: http://store.discoveryeducation.com
than showing the program in its entirety,
teachers are encouraged to select segments Price: $59.95 each U.S.
for viewing that directly relate to specific unit Length: 30 min. each
outcomes.
Copyright: 2005
Title Description Order No.

The Earth: Inside and Out Addresses the following topics: the earth’s interior and crust, plate DC880765
tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, and mountains.
Earth: The Water Planet Provides a basic introduction to the world’s oceans and takes a DC880773
detailed look at how ocean currents move warm and cold water,
and how they affect weather, climate, and marine life.
The Planet Earth Focuses on the earth’s history and structure, discusses the moon’s DC880757
composition, origin, and influence on the Earth, and describes
the Earth’s magnetic field and how the sun makes life possible on
Earth.
Rocks, Minerals, and Soils Begins by looking briefly at the theory of uniformitarianism – DC880799
the idea that the Earth’s crust was formed by ongoing uniform
processes over long periods of time, which continue to shape the
Earth.

Future Medicine Series 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Annotation √
(SK) This series of video programs examines
the future of medicine. Episode #1 looks at Suggested Use
the future of surgery. Advances, such as the Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems
gamma knife, may make surgery less invasive.
Episode #2 explores how researchers are Producer
turning to nature and the human body to Harmony Entertainment Management Inc.
provide medical cures. Episode #3 examines Distributor
the possibilities of technology and the future Partners in Motion Pictures Inc.
of medicine. 2704 – 10th Avenue
REGINA SK S4T 1E9
Title ISBN (306) 545-2228
Episode #1: Future Surgery 1-897205-01-5 Fax: (306) 569-9616
Episode #2: Bio-Medicine 1-897205-02-3 E-mail: ebumphrey@partnersinmotion.com
Website: www.partnersinmotion.com
Episode #3: Body-Machine Interface 1-897205-03-1
Price: $19.99 each
Length: 60 min. each
Copyright: 2003

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Suggested Uses
Optics and Vision (Gr. 8)
Our Solar System (Gr. 6)
Principles of Flight (Gr. 6)
Publisher
National Geographic Children’s Books
Galileo: The Genius Who Faced the
Inquisition Distributor
Random House of Canada Limited
Author: Steele, Philip 2775 Matheson Blvd E
MISSISSAUGA ON L4W 4P7
Annotation
(888) 523-9292
Galileo’s thirst for understanding led to
Fax: (888) 562-9924
a transformation in the way we view the
E-mail: customerservicescanada@
universe. This book provides a glimpse into
randomhouse.ca
Galileo’s childhood. It highlights his life
Website: www.randomhouse.ca
and achievements, and places them within
the context of world history. Numerous Price: $25.95 hdc.
illustrations and maps enhance this biography. Patination: 64 p.
ISBN: 978-0-7922-3656-6
Copyright: 2005

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Distributor
The Great Brain Book: An Inside Scholastic Canada Ltd.
Look at the Inside of Your Head 175 Hillmount Rd
MARKHAM ON L6C 1Z7
Author: Newquist, H. P. (800) 268-3848
Illustrators: Kasnot, Keith and Brace, Eric (416) 915-3500
Annotation Fax: (866) 346-1288
Beginning with a historical look at the brain E-mail: custserve@scholastic.ca
and how it was perceived, this book proceeds Website: www.scholastic.ca
to examine the various parts, structure, and Price: $25.99 hdc.
functions of the brain, as well as the ways in Pagination: 160 p.
which we learn and remember. Later chapters ISBN: 978-0-439-45895-5
look at the care and feeding of the brain,
problems that may arise with the brain, and Copyright: 2004
the future possibilities of brain research. Year Recommended: 2007
Includes a table of contents and an index.
From THE GREAT BRAIN BOOK: AN INSIDE LOOK AT THE INSIDE OF YOUR HEAD by Harvey Newquist. Copyright © 2004 by Harvey Newquist. Used by permission of Scholastic Inc.

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Suggested Uses
Nature Saskatchewan
206 - 1860 Lorne St
The Great Sand Hills: A Prairie REGINA SK S4P 2L7
Oasis (800) 667-4668
(306) 780-9273
Author: Grambo, Rebecca L.
Fax: (306) 780-9263
Annotation E-mail: info@naturesask.ca
(SK) This resource looks at the biodiversity Website: www.naturesask.ca
found in Saskatchewan’s Great Sand Hills, and
at the pressures for development of the natural Price: $24.95 pbk.
gas resources in this region. Pagination: 124 p.
ISBN: 978-0-921104-22-3
Copyright: 2007

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Suggested Uses
Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 6)
Publisher
Maple Tree Press
Gross Universe: Your Guide to all Distributor
Disgusting Things Under the Sun Raincoast Books
9050 Shaughnessy Street
Author: Szpirglas, Jeff
VANCOUVER BC V6P 635
Illustrator: Cho, Michael (604) 323-7100
The book examines the many physical things Email: info@raincoast.com
about animals, plants, and humans, that often Website: www.raincoast.com
go politely unmentioned. From mucus to Price: $12.95 pbk.
vomit, from farts to phlegm, nothing is off-
Pagination: 64 p.
limits. With microscopic friends, other topics
that are explored include sweat, mould, and ISBN: 978-1-897066-39-3
pus. Features in the book include “Games You Copyright: 2004
Should Never Play” and activities for students Year Recommended: 2008
to try. Scientist A and Scientist B are recurring
characters who help explain the facts.

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Suggested Use
Water Systems on Earth
Lab-Aids, Inc.
17 Colt Court
RONKONKOMA NY 11779
(800) 381-8003
Groundwater Contamination:
Fax: (631) 737-1286
Trouble in Fruitvale E-mail: mgruner@lab-aids.com
Annotation Website: www.sepup.com/
This SEPUP module uses guided inquiry Price: $415.00 U.S. – kit
to explore the issue of groundwater $68.25 U.S. – Teacher’s Manual
contamination. Students are presented with Order No.: FV-2 – kit
a description of the town of Fruitvale and FV2PM – Teacher’s Manual
its water problem. Through investigation,
simulation, and modelling, they learn about Copyright: 2002
groundwater, the water cycle, and the process Year Recommended: 2007
of groundwater contamination. Students
determine the cause of the problem and
consider clean-up options by participating
in a role play. This teaching module may
be purchased separately, or as part of a kit
which includes the required materials for
investigation.
Note: Teachers may wish to select some of
the activities from this module to support the
Grade 8 unit “Water Systems on Earth”. Also, the
required materials are listed in the teaching
module and may be gathered easily without
purchasing the kit.

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Teacher Reference
Publisher
The Montana Watercourse
Distributor
Healthy Water, Healthy People: Project WET Canada
Water Quality Educators Guide c/o 135 Jordan Pky
RED DEER AB T4P 0A9
The purpose of this resource is to raise Website: www.cwra.org
educators’ awareness and understanding of
water quality topics and issues. It seeks to Price: $27.50 pbk.
clarify the relationship between water quality, Pagination: 226 p.
and personal, public, and environmental ISBN: 1-888631-12-0
health. This resource was developed by Copyright: 2003
International Project WET.

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Teacher Reference
National Science Teachers Association
PO Box 90214
How to … Write to Learn Science. WASHINGTON DC 20090-0214
(800) 277-5300
2nd ed. (301) 638-0200
Authors: Tierney, Bob and Dorroh, John Fax: (888) 433-0526
E-mail: pubsales@nsta.org
Annotation Website: www.nsta.org/store/
Written by two high school science teachers,
this resource contains practical techniques Price: $12.95 U.S. pbk.
to promote students’ comprehension of Pagination: 35 p.
science concepts through writing. Focus is ISBN: 978-0-87355-246-6
placed on creative expression to deepen
understanding of scientific concepts, rather Copyright: 2004
than on memorization of facts and formulas. Year Recommended: 2007
Topics include lab report writing, open-
ended and critical thinking exercises, student
research papers, managing the paperwork, and
portfolio assessment.

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Suggested Uses
Producer
Library Video Company/Schlessinger Media
Human Body in Action Series Distributor
Annotation Distribution ACCESS
This video series focuses on the human 10212 Jasper Ave
body from cells to systems, including the EDMONTON AB T5J 5A3
reproductive and endocrine systems. Each (888) 440-4640
DVD features real-world experiences, along (780) 440-7777
with microphotography and graphics. Every Fax: (780) 440-8899
program includes an easy-to-replicate, hands- E-mail: sales@distributionaccess.com
on activity and an interview with an expert in a Website: www.distributionaccess.com
particular area of science. Price: $57.95 each
Teachers’ guides are included and feature Length: 23 min. each
additional information on the topic, vocabulary Order No.: 010315
words, discussion questions, follow-up
activities, and lists of recommended books Copyright: 2001
and Internet resources. The teachers’ guides Year Recommended: 2007
are available online at www.distributionaccess.
com.
Title Order No.

Cells P50975-012
Genes and Heredity P50975-015
Reproduction and Endocrine Systems P50975-019

6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Suggested Use
Optics and Vision
Publisher
Morgan Reynolds Publishing Inc.
Distributor
Isaac Newton: Organizing the Knowbuddy Resources
Universe PO Box 37
COLLINGWOOD ON L9Y 3Z7
Author: Boerst, William J.
(800) 667-1121
This biography describes the life and times E-mail: info@knowbuddyresources.com
of Isaac Newton, including his scientific Website: www.librarybooks.com
and mathematical endeavours and
Price: $26.95 hdc.
accomplishments related to the study of optics
and motion. Pagination: 144 p.
ISBN: 978-1-931798-01-3
Copyright: 2004

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Suggested Uses
Life Processes of Plants Producer
Cambridge Educational
Annotation
This DVD touches on the classification of Distributor
plants and on the role of plants as producers Media Group
in an ecosystem. It examines plant cells in 2710 Millar Ave
relation to animal cells and explains the SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
process of photosynthesis. Sexual and asexual (888) 682-8808
reproduction in plants are illustrated using (306) 933-4212
diagrams, animations, and photographs. Fax: (877) 444-3354
E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
Teachers should select portions of the Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
program that relate directly to specific learning
outcomes. Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
The pdf version of the teacher’s guide is
available from Media Group. Please contact Length: 11 min.
Media Group for details. Order No.: V9906
Copyright: 2005

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Suggested Use
Optics and Vision
Light: More Than Meets the Eye Producer

Sunstroke Films
Series
Distributor
Annotation Media Group
(CAN) These video programs address the 2710 Millar Ave
relationship between science and technology, SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
and social and environmental contexts (STSEs). (888) 682-8808
The history of light is interwoven with current (306) 933-4212
research and technologies related to light, as Fax: (877) 444-3354
well as future considerations and implications. E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
The first program, Beings of Light, examines the Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
nature of light and its effect on human activity. Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
The second program, Energies of Light, explores blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
different types of light including infrared, Length: 46 min. each
ultraviolet, X-ray, microwaves, radio waves, and
Copyright: 2004
their implications for technology.
Title Order No.
Beings of Light V6877
Energies of Light V6878

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Forces, Fluids, and Density (Gr. 8)
Atoms and Elements (Gr. 9)
Mixtures and Solutions (Gr. 7)
Publisher
Material Matters Series Raintree Steck-Vaughn
Author: Baldwin, Carol Distributor
J. Appleseed
Annotation PO Box 129
Each book in the Material Matters Series is COLLINGWOOD ON L9Y 3Z7
designed to interest students in science. (866) 575-5007
Examples provided in each book relate directly Fax: (866) 893-4789
to readers’ lives. Features include fact boxes, E-mail: orders@jappleseed.ca
new words, photo notes, sidebars, and Internet Website: www.jappleseed.ca
search tips.
Price: $19.25 each pbk.
Title ISBN Pagination: 48 p. each
Metals 978-1-4109-0938-7 Copyright: 2003
Mixtures, Compounds & 978-1-4109-0937-9 Year Recommended: 2005
Solutions
Nonmetals 978-1-4109-0939-5
States of Matter 978-1-4109-0940-9

Ouch! How Your Body Makes It 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Through A Very Bad Day √
Author: Walker, Richard

Suggested Use
Annotation Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems
Using one day as a timeline, students are
taken on a journey of what a human body Publisher
may go through, such as pus-filled pimples to Dorling Kindersley Ltd.
pathogens and parasites. Using a nanocam, Distributor
students will be able to view close-up Canbook Distribution Ltd.
how the body deals with problems and 1220 Nicholson Road
emergencies. The CD-ROM includes ten full NEWMARKET ON L3Y 7B1
colour animations. The book includes a table of (800) 399-6858
contents, glossary, body systems descriptors, (905) 713-3852
and an index. Fax: (800) 363-2665
E-mail: inquiry@canbook.com
Website: www.canbook.com
Price: $19.99. hdc.
Pagination: 71 p.
ISBN: 978-0-7566-2536-8
Copyright: 2007

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Producer
Our Incredible World Series Pinegrove Productions
Annotation Distributor
(CAN) This video series examines an urban Media Group
wetland. Jesse and Seka pursue a science 2710 Millar Ave
project on biodiversity. They decide to survey SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
the life in a cattail marsh to build a case to (888) 682-8808
preserve the wetland. Through each episode (306) 933-4212
in the series, Jesse and Seka learn about the Fax: (877) 444-3354
species in the wetland, how to take data to E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
substantiate their claims, how to classify the Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
various species, and how the various species Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
adapt to live in the wetland, and present their blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
findings to city councillors and the land owner.
Length: 12 min. each
Title Order No. Copyright: 2007

Classification Practice and Learning VTBA
about Microorganisms
Discovering the World of Biodiversity VTBA
Identification Practice and VTBA
Understanding Classification Systems
Presentation of Findings: Understanding VTBA
Human Impact
Sampling the Life Forms in an Urban VTBA
Wetland
Understanding Adaptation to Specific VTBA
Habitats

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Teacher Reference
Publisher
Distributor
Project WET: Curriculum and Project WET Canada
Activity Guide c/o 135 Jordan Pky
RED DEER AB T4P 0A9
(CAN) The Project WET Curriculum and Activity Website: www.cwra.org
Guide, a companion to Project WILD, is a
collection of water-related lessons and mini- Price: $FREE with workshop
units. The activities incorporate a variety Pagination: 518 p.
of formats including whole class activities, No order number is required.
large and small group learning, co-operative Copyright: 1995
learning, laboratory investigations, local and
global topics, and involvement in community
service projects. Peoples’ relationships to
water are a major theme of Project WET.
Other activities include water’s chemical and
physical properties, quantity and quality
issues, aquatic wildlife, wetlands, ecosystems,
and management strategies. The activities
promote critical thinking and problem-solving
skills and help provide young people with the
knowledge and experience to make decisions
regarding water resource use. Teachers are
encouraged to select activities from this
resource that align with curriculum outcomes
and that meet the needs of students.
The Project WET Curriculum and Activity
Guide is only available through Project WET
workshops. These six-hour workshops include
an opportunity to experience the activities
and to plan how to use them in the classroom.
A Saskatchewan background supplement will
be provided to educators in addition to the
activity guide. A modest registration fee will
cover workshop materials and expenses.

The Pros and Cons of Water Power 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Authors: Spilsbury, Louise and Spilsbury, √
Richard
Suggested Use
Annotation
The authors examine the use of water as a
source of power. A brief history of water as a Publisher
source of power is highlighted. The authors Rosen Publishing Group
describe what is needed to generate electrical
energy using water power. The authors include Distributor
Saunders Book Company
brief points as pros and cons for water power.
PO Box 308
An example includes the building of dams and
COLLINGWOOD ON L9Y 3Z7
how they impact the land. The authors also
(800) 461-9120
include case studies about water power.
(705) 445-4777
The book includes a table of contents, a Fax: (800) 561-1763
glossary, suggestions for further information, E-mail: info@saundersbook.ca
and an index. Website: www.librarybooks.com
Price: $24.95 hdc.
Pagination: 48 p.
ISBN: 978-1-4042-3743-8
Copyright: 2008

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Aboriginal Issues Press
c/o Faculty of Environment
Residents’ Perspectives on the 204 Isbister Building
WINNIPEG MB R3T 2N2
Churchill River (204) 474-7352
Author: Edye-Rowntree, Joel Fax: (204) 474-7699
E-mail: aboriginal-issues-press@umanitoba.ca
Annotation Website: www.umanitoba.ca/environment/
(CAN) The lower Churchill River has undergone aboriginal_issues_press/
many environmental changes that have
had an impact on the residents of Churchill. Price: $15.00 pbk.
The author interviews individuals from Pagination: 109 p.
Churchill to gain insight on the changes of the ISBN: 978-0-9738342-3-9
Churchill River. The interviewees also provide
recommendations to improve usage of the Copyright: 2006
lower Churchill River. Year Recommended: 2007

Rivers: Shapers of Earth 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Landscapes √
Annotation
This video program looks at the influence of Suggested Use
rivers in shaping landscapes. Examples are Water Systems on Earth
provided from various rivers including the Producer
Amazon, Mississippi, Nile, Rhine, Ganges, AIMS Multimedia
and Mekong. Many concepts related to water
systems are introduced including drainage Distributor
basins and networks, watersheds, higher and Canadian Learning Company
lower order streams, and the fluvial processes 95 Vansittart Ave
of erosion, transportation, and deposition. WOODSTOCK ON N4S 6E3
(800) 267-2977
(519) 537-2360
Fax: (519) 537-1035
E-mail: info@canlearn.com
Website: www.canlearn.com
Price: $69.95
$195.00 – Circulating Copy
Length: 25 min.
Order No.: 1-2652
Copyright: 2001

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Teacher Reference
Publisher
Alberta Education
Distributor
Safety in the Science Classroom: Alberta Education – Learning Resources Centre
Kindergarten to Grade 12 12360 - 142 St NW
EDMONTON AB T5L 4X9
Annotation
(780) 427-2767
(CAN) This is a comprehensive manual
(780) 427-5775
regarding science safety. While Part A focuses
Fax: (780) 422-9750
on general safety management, Part B contains
E-mail: lrccustserv@gov.ab.ca
specific information around safety, storage,
Website: www.lrc.education.gov.ab.ca
and management of chemical, biological, and
physical hazards in the classroom relevant to Price: $6.60 looseleaf
science teachers at all grade levels. Appendices Pagination: 277 p.
include examples of science safety rules and ISBN: 978-0-7785-4299-5
procedures, sample student safety contracts,
and a chemical laboratory safety inspection Copyright: 2006
checklist. Many additional resources and Year Recommended: 2006
contacts are listed, but are specific to Alberta.

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The Sand Dunes of Lake University Extension Press
237 Williams Building
Athabasca: Your Adventure in University of Saskatchewan
Learning 221 Cumberland Ave N
SASKATOON SK S7N 1M3
Authors: Jonker, Peter M. and Rowe, J. Stan
(306) 966-5565
(SK) While very few Saskatchewan residents E-mail: uep.books@usask.ca
will visit this region, the resource provides Website: www.uep.usask.ca
an example of ecosystem research in a
Saskatchewan context. Following a description Price: $19.95 pbk.
of the landscape and how it was formed, the Pagination: 194 p.
distinctive species of the region are discussed. ISBN: 978-0-88880-421-1
Adaptations to the environment by a variety Copyright: 2001
of mammals, birds, amphibians, insects, fish, Year Recommended: 2003
and vegetation are the focus of the book. The
human impact is also discussed. Photographs,
drawings, maps, and charts are used
throughout the book. An index is provided.

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291 Film Company
Saskatchewan River Delta
Distributor
(SK) This video program examines the 2710 Millar Ave
Saskatchewan River Delta. Plants, animals, SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
birds, and insects call this ecosystem home. (888) 682-8808
First Nations and Métis people use the delta (306) 933-4212
for their livelihood. Scientists from around the Fax: (877) 444-3354
world study the delta as it is the world’s largest E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
inland freshwater delta. The building of the Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
dam has impacted both wildlife, migratory
birds, and First Nations and Métis people who Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
depend upon the delta. The program discusses blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
the formation of the Upper Saskatchewan River Length: 52 min.
Delta and the Lower Saskatchewan River Delta. Order No.: VTBA
Copyright: 2009

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Saskatchewan Watershed Authority
111 Fairford St E
Saskatchewan Watersheds: MOOSE JAW SK S6H 7X9
(306) 694-3900
A Guide to Features, Climate, Fax: (306) 694-3465
Fish and Wildlife Habitat in E-mail: comm@swa.ca
Saskatchewan’s Watersheds Website: www.swa.ca
Annotation Price: $FREE poster

(SK) This poster highlights Saskatchewan’s No order number is required.
13 major drainage basins and 29 smaller Copyright: 2006
watersheds, each of which is indicated on a Year Recommended: 2007
large map of Saskatchewan. In addition, a
written description of each major drainage
basin is included, along with information
about the impact of climate change on
Saskatchewan’s basins, and the importance of
wetlands for drinking water, waterfowl, and
fish.

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Optics and Vision (Gr. 8)
Principles of Flight (Gr. 6)
Our Solar System (Gr. 6)
Producer
Out Yonder Productions Ltd.
Saturn’s Eyes: Taking the Planet’s
Pulse Distributor
Media Group
Annotation 2710 Millar Ave
(CAN) This video program highlights the SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
role of satellites in communication and (888) 682-8808
observation. A range of applications for (306) 933-4212
satellite technology are explored in the areas Fax: (877) 444-3354
of weather and climate change, agriculture, E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
pollution, and deforestation. This program Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
shows the interconnections between science
and technology, and clarifies how we come Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
to know and understand various scientific blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
concepts. Length: 47 min.
Order No.: V4751
Copyright: 2001

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Teacher Reference
PO Box 90214
WASHINGTON DC 20090-0214
Science for English Language (800) 277-5300
Learners (301) 638-0200
Fax: (888) 433-0526
Authors: Fathman, Ann K. and Crowther,
E-mail: pubsales@nsta.org
David T.
Website: www.nsta.org/store/
Annotation
Science for English Language Learners is
Price: $25.95 U.S. pbk.
designed to assist teachers to implement Pagination: 252 p.
inquiry-based science while increasing ISBN: 978-0-87355-253-0
learning opportunities for English Language Copyright: 2006
Learners (ELL). The book provides strategies Year Recommended: 2008
for planning, teaching, assessing, and
extending learning. While the book is
specifically designed for ELL students, many
of the strategies can benefit all students
in the classroom. Included in the book are
lesson plans which include standards and
objectives, background, materials, activities,
and a summary. Depending upon the grade
level, charts and diagrams are also included
in the lesson plan. The lesson plans provided
will need to be adapted to address the
Saskatchewan science curriculum outcomes.
The authors also provide educators with a
sense of how it will look when strategies are
incorporated for teaching English Language
Learners in the classroom. If an educator is
unfamiliar with English Language Learners, this
book provides strategies for working with ELL
students, how a second language is learned,
and connecting with families. Strategies to
incorporate into daily teaching are discussed
and while this is a science-related book, these
strategies could be implemented in any area of
teaching.

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Teacher Reference
Publisher
Heinemann Educational Books
Distributor
Science Notebooks: Writing About Pearson Education Canada
Inquiry School Division
195 Harry Walker Pky N
Authors: Campbell, Brian and Fulton, Lori
NEWMARKET ON L3Y 7B4
This professional resource shows how science (905) 853-7888
notebooks can be used with inquiry to extend Fax: (800) 563-9196
students’ understanding of scientific concepts. E-mail: cdn.ordr@pearsoned.com
It describes the components of a science Website: www.pearsoned.ca
notebook and outlines the role of the teacher
Price: $22.58 pbk.
in implementing, developing, and assessing
science notebooks. This resource helps to Pagination: 94 p.
establish links among science content, the ISBN: 978-0-325-00568-3
process of inquiry, and the role of literacy. Copyright: 2003

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Optics and Vision
Producer
Allegro Productions Inc.
The Science of Light Distributor
The first part of this DVD distinguishes 2710 Millar Ave
between objects that emit light and those SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
that require an external source of light to be (888) 682-8808
viewed. It shows how light is reflected, and (306) 933-4212
how the colour of an object is determined Fax: (877) 444-3354
by the amount of light that is reflected or E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
absorbed. Midway through the program is an Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
explanation of what happens during a solar Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
eclipse, along with various narratives that have blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
been used to explain this phenomenon. Other Length: 46 min.
sources of light such as lasers are considered.
Order No.: V9496
The pdf version of the teacher’s guide is
available from Media Group. Please contact Copyright: 2003
Media Group for details. Year Recommended: 2007

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Teacher Reference
New Society Publishers
PO Box 189
Teaching Green: The Middle Years: GABRIOLA ISLAND BC V0R 1XO
(800) 567-6772
Hands-on Learning in Grades 6-8 (250) 247-9737
Editors: Grant, Tim and Littlejohn, Gail Fax: (250) 247-7471
E-mail: info@newsociety.com
Annotation Website: www.newsociety.com
(CAN) This resource contains 50
interdisciplinary hands-on learning activities Price: $29.95 pbk.
that promote critical thinking about sustaining Pagination: 238 p.
ecosystems, living sustainably, and examining ISBN: 978-0-86571-501-1
values related to environmental issues.
Copyright: 2004

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Time Planet Earth: An Illustrated Publisher
Time Inc.
History
Distributor
Editor: Knauer, Kelly
H. B. Fenn & Company Ltd.
Annotation 34 Nixon Rd
This resource covers many topics in the BOLTON ON L7E 1W2
renewed science curriculum. Using the (800) 267-3399
ancient Greek division of the world using (905) 951-6600
spheres, the authors examine the atmosphere Fax: (800) 465-3422
(air), pedosphere (land), biosphere (living), E-mail: sales@hbfenn.com
hydrosphere (water), cryosphere (frozen), and Website: www.hbfenn.com
geosphere (subterranean). The animals, plants,
Price: $32.95 hdc.
and landforms that exist within each sphere
are described. Photographs illustrate to readers Pagination: 256 p.
the diversity of life within the sphere. The book ISBN: 978-1-60320-032-5
includes a table of contents and an index. Copyright: 2008

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General Reference
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Distributor
Transformed: How Everyday University of Toronto Press
Things are Made 5201 Dufferin St
DOWNSVIEW ON M3H 5T8
Authors: Slavin, Bill and Slavin, Jim
(800) 565-9523
Illustrator: Slavin, Bill (416) 667-7777
(CAN) Slavin shows the process of how E-mail: utpbooks@utpress.utoronto.ca
objects are changed from raw materials to the Website: www.utpublishing.com
finished products. He uses common items that
Price: $16.95 pbk.
students are familiar with, such as baseballs.
Pagination: 160 p.
Each two-page spread describes how the
object is made by breaking the process down ISBN: 978-1-55453-244-2
into steps. Illustrations complement the text Copyright: 2007
and show the technology behind the science. Year Recommended: 2009
Slavin demonstrates the connection between
science and technology in making objects. The
book includes a table of contents, a glossary,
suggestions for further research, and an index.

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Teacher Reference
PO Box 90214
Understanding Models in Earth WASHINGTON DC 20090-0214
(800) 277-5300
and Space Science (301) 638-0200
Authors: Gilbert, Steven W. and Ireton, Shirley Fax: (888) 433-0526
Watt E-mail: pubsales@nsta.org
Website: www.nsta.org/store/
Annotation
Models help students to make and test Price: $25.95 U.S. pbk.
predictions, to use logic, and to construct Pagination: 124 p.
understanding about how things work. Using ISBN: 978-0-87355-226-4
models requires critical and creative thinking
and discussion about scientific concepts. This Copyright: 2003
book promotes the effective use of models to Year Recommended: 2007
develop students’ understanding of scientific
concepts. Chapters include: Understanding
Models; Similes, Analogies, and Metaphors;
Concrete Models; Mathematical Models;
Computer Technology and Modeling; Inquiry
and Model Building; and, Models and Teaching
the Nature of Science. Each chapter begins
with an overview, and ends with a conclusion.
Many examples of different kinds of models
are presented to show how they may be
developed and used.

Vanishing Ice 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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(CAN) Climate change has serious implications Suggested Use
for the Earth’s water resources. The video Water Systems on Earth
program Vanishing Ice considers the impact
of the gradual warming of our planet on Producer
Canadian and world water resources. Experts Shadow Light Productions
suggest actions to promote water conservation
Distributor
and planning in order to address the crisis of
Media Group
fresh water scarcity.
2710 Millar Ave
SASKATOON SK S7K 4J4
(888) 682-8808
(306) 933-4212
Fax: (877) 444-3354
E-mail: vidlib@mg.ca
Website: http://videodb.mg.sk.ca
Price: $1.00 per program and the cost of a
blank disc, plus shipping and taxes
Length: 46 min.
Order No.: V9899
Copyright: 2005

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Producer
Library Video Company/Schlessinger Media
Distributor
Water Analysis Distribution ACCESS
10212 Jasper Ave
Annotation EDMONTON AB T5J 5A3
This DVD demonstrates water quality testing (888) 440-4640
using water from four different sources: a (780) 440-7777
pond, a drinking fountain, an aquarium, and Fax: (780) 440-8899
a swimming pool. It examines factors such E-mail: sales@distributionaccess.com
as temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH level, Website: www.distributionaccess.com
alkalinity, hardness, nitrates, coliform bacteria,
and chlorine. Price: $43.95
Length: 23 min.
A teacher’s guide is available online at www.
Order No.: P51008-020
distributionaccess.com.
Copyright: 2002

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Canadian Plains Research Centre
Water and Wetland Plants of the University of Regina
3737 Wascana Parkway
Prairie Provinces REGINA SK S4S 0A2
Author: Lahring, Heinjo Fax: 306-585-4699
E-mail: canadian.plains@uregina.ca
Annotation Website: http://cprc.uregina.ca/
(SK) This field guide presents identification
keys, descriptive information, and colour Price: $34.95 pbk.
photographs of water and wetland plants in Pagination: 326 p.
Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, and the ISBN: 978-0-88977-162-8
northern United States. It provides a relevant,
easy-to-use guide for field trips to wetland Copyright: 2003
ecosystems. Year Recommended: 2005

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Teacher Reference
PO Box 90214
Watershed Dynamics. Student ed. WASHINGTON DC 20090-0214
(800) 277-5300
Authors: Carlsen, William S., Trautmann, (301) 638-0200
Nancy M., and the Environmental Inquiry Team Fax: (888) 433-0526
Annotation E-mail: pubsales@nsta.org
This resource provides an overview of Website: www.nsta.org/store/
watershed science. It includes information and Price: $7.95 U.S. pbk.
activities related to the biological, chemical,
Pagination: 175 p.
and physical properties of rivers and streams,
ISBN: 978-0-87355-213-4
and the way they are impacted by surrounding
land uses. Models, simulations, and steps to Copyright: 2004
researching and analyzing water quality and Year Recommended: 2007
land use are suggested.

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Teacher Reference
Publisher
Distributor
WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands: Project WET Canada
An Educator’s Guide c/o 135 Jordan Pky
RED DEER AB T4P 0A9
Author: Slattery, Britt Eckhardt (403) 341-3465
Annotation Website: www.cwra.org
The first part of this resource contains Price: $25.00 pbk.
background information for teachers Pagination: 348 p.
regarding wetlands and related topics and ISBN: 978-1-883226-07-7
themes. The remainder of the guide offers a
range of activities related to exploration of Copyright: 2003
the characteristics of wetlands and wetland Year Recommended: 2007
communities, the role of water and soil in
wetland communities, and the interactions
between humans and wetlands.
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The Sand Dunes of Lake Athabasca: Your
Resources by Unit Adventure in Learning
Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems The Sand Hills: A Prairie Oasis
Body: An Amazing Tour of Human Anatomy Saskatchewan River Delta – DVD
Body Focus Series. Revised and Updated. Saskatchewan Watersheds: A Guide to
Cells: The Building Blocks of Life – DVD Features, Climate, Fish and Wildlife Habitat in
Essential Atlas of Physiology Saskatchewan’s Watersheds – Poster
Future Medicine Series – DVD Vanishing Ice – DVD
The Great Brain Book: An Inside Look at the Water Analysis – DVD
Inside of Your Head Water and Wetland Plants of the Prairie
Gross Universe: Your Guide to all Disgusting Provinces
Things Under the Sun Water Detectives – DVD
Guide to the Human Body Water Under Fire Series – DVD
Human Body in Action Series – DVD Teacher and General Reference
Inside the Living Cell – DVD Discover a Watershed: The Watershed Manager
Life Processes of Plants – DVD Educators Guide
Ouch! How Your Body Makes It Through A Very Everyday Assessment in the Science Classroom
Bad Day Healthy Water, Healthy People: Water Quality
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 8 Educators Guide
Forces, Fluids, and Density How to … Write to Learn Science. 2nd ed.
Material Matters Series Inquiring Safely: A Guide for Middle School
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 8 Teachers
Light: Stop Faking It!: Finally Understanding
Optics and Vision Science So You Can Teach It
Galileo: The Genuis Who Faced the Inquisition Project WET: Curriculum and Activity Guide
Isaac Newton: Organizing the Universe Safety in the Science Classroom: Kindergarten
Light – DVD to Grade 12
Light Science Scope
Light: More Than Meets the Eye Series – DVD Science for English Language Learners
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 8 Science Notebooks: Writing About Inquiry
Project X: Light – DVD Teaching Green: The Middle Years: Hands-on
Saturn’s Eyes: Taking the Planet’s Pulse – DVD Learning in Grades 6-8
The Science of Light – DVD Transformed: How Everyday Things Are Made
Water Systems on Earth Understanding Models in Earth and Space
Discover Canada’s Watersheds Science
The Ecoregions of Saskatchewan Watershed Dynamics. Student ed.
Elements of Earth Science Series – DVD WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands: An Educator’s
Freshwater – DVD Guide
The Great Sand Hills: A Prairie Oasis
Groundwater Contamination: Trouble in
Fruitvale
Our Incredible World Series – DVD
Pearson Saskatchewan Science 8
The Pros and Cons of Water Power
Residents’ Perspectives on the Churchill River

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