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Hi Buffy, For this grade level I would recommend a series of books developed by the American Geological Institute in association with It's About Time, and EarthComm http://www.its-about-time.com/index.html The curriculum is inquiry-based, and makes a strong connection between the science content learned in the classroom and real-world applications. At this grade level the stronger connection between what they are learning in school and how it is connected to their own lives, the more likely they will be interested in learning about science. Good luck! -Julie Dr. Julie Monet Assistant Professor / MiST Program Director Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Rm. 224 California State University, Chico Chico, CA 95929-0205 Tel: 530.898.3460 http://scied.csuchico.edu/ On Jan 24, 2008, at 6:20 PM, Buffy Cushman-Patz wrote: > Hi there, > I'm going to be teaching a geology class for 9-12 grade girls next > year. Does anyone know of an age-appropriate text I could use? Hands- > on, constructivist approach definitely preferred! (And quick! Texts > have to be chosen by next week!) > Thanks > Buffy Cushman-Patz > La Pietra Hawaii School for Girls