First printing was written in English titled How the Universe was Born. Presents an overview of how the universe was born. Topics include primitive ideas on how the universe was formed, where the earth is located in relation to the sun and the famous scientists who made discoveries about the universe. This series includes El Sol.

Through pictures and simple text, the author describes the daily routine of the sun rising and setting in relation to daily activities. Primary level.

Includes text and pictures on how the universe began, the sun as a star, what a star is, the solar system, what eclipses actually are, ancient beliefs about eclipses, what happens during an eclipse and how to view an eclipse.

Discusses the importance of the sun, the sun as a star, why it is dark in the evening and the rotation of the earth. Text for primary students.

Discusses the universe, the sun, the solar system, the moon, gravity, space travel, and the stars and constellations.

In Spanish, this book discusses the importance of the sun and its planets, the moon, stars, asteroids, Maya and Greek astronomers and astronomy.

(Previously published as The True Book of Moon, Sun and Stars. 1954.) Includes a brief introduction to astronomy, with an emphasis on the relationship between the moon, the earth, and the sun.

This coloring book includes a presentation of what is a total eclipse of the sun, recommended methods on how to view an eclipse and how to protect oneself while viewing an eclipse.

Discusses the importance of the sun in relation to time, how different cultures have kept time over the years, and how time devices, calendars and clocks have been used to tell time. Originally in English.

Describes the various beliefs of different cultures and generations on the sun, comets, constellations and the shape of the earth. (Originally published in English.)

Contains pictures and simple text on the solar system. It describes the importance of the sun.

Cruz, Alejandro. "The Woman Who Outshone the Sun." Children's Book Press, Inc., 1991.

(Bilingual in Spanish/English.) Retells the Zapotec (Mexican Indians) legend of Lucia Zenteno, a beautiful woman with magical powers and hair so glorious it outshines the sun, who is exiled from a mountain village and takes its water away in punishment.

An African folktale on how and why the sun and moon live in the sky.

Little Gopher follows his destiny, as revealed in a Dream-Vision, of becoming an artist for his people and eventually is able to bring the colors of the sunset down to the earth.

Discusses the history of the sun and moon pyramids of Teotihuacan and of the Aztecs; how they evolved from the Toltecs, how they lived and worshipped, and how they were overcome by the Spaniards.

Describes the legends of many cultures in relation to the sun and moon.

Hunab Ku, the first creator God of the Mayas, challenges the Moon Goddess and Lizard House to create a being to worship him, but the Maize God succeeds where the others fail.

To prevent the outbreak of war, a young Aztec boy must outwit nine evil lords of the night to obtain the flame of peace from Lord Morning Star.

An adaption of the Pueblo Native American myth which explains how the spirit of the Lord of the Sun was brought to the world of men.

Describes the civilization of the Inca empire that flourished from the thirteenth to the sixteenth century and the present-day lives of the Andean people descended from that empire. It also describes why they are called the "Empire of the Sun".

Examines the culture, history and experiences of the Aztec Indians. It is full of interesting facts, detailed illustrations and clear photographs. It is written for elementary students.

(Available in Spanish titled El Rey Colibri.) A mysterious hummingbird must save a brave Mayan chief from his enemies who wish to capture the kingdom and kill the king.

Gives a brief description, along with 3D pictures of some of the most important cultures of ancient times, especially why and how they worshiped the sun. Available in Spanish

Discusses the history, culture, and daily life of the Aztec Civilization in Mexico. Also, their strong belief in the sun's influence on their daily life and religion.

Examines the Aztec civilization and includes instructions for craft projects.

A Mayan tale about a young ball player named Pik, who challenges the Rain God to a game of Pok-a-tok, in order to bring rain to his thirsty village.

The Aztec civilization in Mexico flourished for about three hundred years before they were defeated by the Spanish. Within that time they developed a sophisticated empire and invented their own calendars (they had two) and a writing system. (Grades 3-5).

Berdan, Frances F. "The Aztecs." Chelsea House Publishers, 1989.

This is one of a series of books on "Indians of North America". Examines the culture, history, and changing fortunes of the Aztec civilization. This book can be used with secondary students.

Excellent teacher resource containing Native American stories and related hands-on science activities for all ages.

Deals with the importance religion played in the life of the Aztecs. They were fundamentally religious and the worship of the gods was essential to their way of life. Also, it describes how the Aztecs flourished in the central part of Mexico and how this civilization was destroyed by the Spanish Conquest and colonization.

This book is divided into several parts. The forward is written by H. B. Nicholson, giving a brief history of how Keith Henderson's drawing influenced his research on Aztec and Mayan civilizations. In the "Preface," Jane Stevenson Day gives a brief biography of Kieth Henderson. In Part I, Stevenson Day describes the "Fall of the Aztec Empire" through the eyes of the Aztecs and the Spaniards. In Part II, "The Drawings of Keith Henderson", originally drawn in 1922, present an animated and compelling account of the "Conquest of Mexico." Each drawing contains a narrative that brings to life this episode in world history.

This coloring book describes Native American myths and legends and their origins. Also, it gives a historical look at how they migrated to and lived in the Southwest. The myths and legends discuss the creation of the sun and how the sun influenced their daily lives.

A Spanish dictionary of Nahua words, which is the Aztec language of Nahuatl. It includes, but is not limited to definitions, names of their gods, symbols, signs, paraphernalia, insignias, plants and animals.

This coloring book introduces children to the fascinating Pre-Colombian civilizations of ancient Mexico. It briefly sketches the complex history of the region, while emphasizing aspects of everyday life.

Contains full-color, three-dimensional scenes of Chichén Itzá and Tulum. It gives directions on how to mount the scenes on cardboard, hints on assembly, how to "score" the dotted fold lines, how to assemble, and how to cut out the figure shapes. Also, it contains a text on each of the scenes and a short history of the Maya.

Gives details on the historical and cultural background of the Aztec civilization, along with the origins and histories of the original text of the Aztec codices. The major part of this book is comprised of selections translated from Nahuatl. They were originally written by the Aztec priests and wisemen, who managed to survive persecution and death at the hands of the Spaniards.

Traces the Inca Empire from the legendary creation of the Inca dynasty, by the Sun, to the events that toppled Pachacuti's great-grandson. There are nearly 150 photographs that portray the land and legacy of the Incas. Also, there are paintings by Louis S. Glanzman that evoke both the glory and the tragedy of the Inca Empire.

This activity kit, includes patterns for a bird headdress, a kings mask, an Underworld God, Sun God, Mountain Monster, jade jewelry, fancy patterns, a picture pot and a terrific glyphs poster. It also includes a text on the customs, daily lives, writings, and beliefs of the Mayans.

A collection of "papers" by prominent scholars of Mesoamerican archaeology and anthropology. They cover in a broad scope the emergence of sophisticated aesthetic-ichnographic traditions in Mexico, where Pre-Colombian civilizations once flourished. Included are the Olmec, Izapan, Lowland Maya, Monte Alban (Zapotec) and Teotihuacan (Aztec).

Available in English by a different publisher. A Spanish version of a Mayan codex which describes the creation of both the earth and man, and man's spiritual relationship to the earth and environment.

In writing her book, the author brings touches of humor and humanity to the story of the Aztecs. Although she includes the fact that the Aztecs felt that the sun would not rise without an offering of human hearts, she presents how they enjoyed a deep appreciation of poetry, art, flowers and song. Also, the author commissioned paintings for her books, which highlight aspects of the destruction of the Aztec civilization.

In "Lost Kingdoms of the Maya", authors Gene and George Stuart bring us up to date on the latest discoveries. They present text and dramatic photographs that take us through palaces, temples, and tombs, as well as into the homes of ordinary people. They let us explore the mystery and splendor of the ancient Maya -- from their beginnings long ago to the troubled world their descendants live in today.

Recreates the fascinating epic of the Maya: from their early roots in such cultures at the Olmecs to the rise and fall of their mighty cities, and from the dark days of the Spanish Conquest to the world of the Maya today. In this book, the authors describe how the soaring pyramid temples and imposing palace complexes rose in a network of populous cities that stretched across the mountains and rain forests of Guatemala to the parched plain of the Yucatan Peninsula. This book also describes the Mayan brilliant art styles, their practice of astronomy, and their writing system, the most complex system in the New World. Along with more than 150 photographs, the authors commissioned paintings that capture the lost glory of the ancient Maya and the enduring traditions that survive with their descendants.

Examines the rise, decline and fall of the maya civilization, the Maya intellectual and artistic achievements, their daily lives and their religious beliefs and legends. This includes their legend of the sun and moon as the first inhabitants of the world and their belief in the sun and moon as their most important celestial deities.

Along with a historical description of Maya history and trade, the author discusses the religion of the Maya, including how they worshipped, who were their major gods and their lesser known and alien gods. The author also gives an in-depth view of the Maya creation myths in comparison to those of other Middle American cultures.

This coloring book contains a brief history of Pre-Colombian Mexican civilizations, including the Olmecs, Toltecs, Mayan and Aztecs. It is written in both Spanish and English. Also, it has black and white drawings which can be duplicated.

Gives a brief description of the customs and daily lives of the Aztecs. It contains action illustrations, where see-through scenes seem to bring this ancient civilization to life.

Alcantara, Ricardo."La bruja que quiso matar el Sol." Ediciones Hymsa.

This story is about a witch named Afkitán who hated the sun and water. Her hate was so strong, she spent her time thinking of how to destroy them. One day she proclaims that she found the formula and all the animals go about trying to stop her.

Along with color illustrations, this book gives a historical overview of the Maya and Aztec cultures.

Sistemas calendáricos en mesoamérica. The main emphasis of this book is to familiarize us with the methods of measuring time and/or calendars that existed in Mesoamerica among the Olmecas, Mayas and Aztecs. It also emphasizes the importance of the sun on their calendars.

This is a fairy tale about a man who hated the nighttime because it was so dark. He loved the sunlight but was sad at night. One night he decided to put holes in the dark sky. Ever since then, the night sky is full of lights and we can see stars and the moon.

Available in English titled "The Aztecs." Explores the historical and cultural legacy of the Aztecs by examining the writings rituals, lifestyles, and arts of the advanced civilization.

This is the second book of a ten-series set on the history of Mexico. Some of the topics include the origins of the Maya and Aztec cultures, their calendars, their interest in astronomy, their art, their codices and a description of their most important gods.

(Available in English) This Maya legend from Guatemala is about a young Mayan chief, who is protected by a hummingbird. One day he is killed by his jealous uncle and transforms into a quetzal, the Maya symbol of freedom.

Describes the Maya legend of how the earth, sun, moon, animals, plants and man were created.

Gives a historical overview of the Aztec civilization. Also, it includes a legend "La Esclava y el Guerrero", which is an Aztec historical legend that takes place during Montezuma's reign, between 1503 and 1509.

Describes the Aztec legend on the founding of the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan.

Arroyo Books
125 South Avenue 57
Los Angeles, CA 90042-4119
Phone: (213) 259-8850
Fax: (213) 259-9283

Arroyo Books provides a large selection of children's books in Spanish and English on Science. Also, it provides several multicultural research and children's books on Pre-Columbian cultures (i.e. Aztec, Mayan, Incas).

They carry a large amount of science and multicultural (i.e. Los Aztecas & The Aztecs) books in both Spanish and English.

Provides a variety of science books in both Spanish and English for children in a variety of subjects and grade levels.

Provides several resource books on Pre-Colombian cultures (Mayans, Aztecs, Incas) and Native Americans. Also, it provides multicultural children's books, filmstrips, videos and materials.

Provides many bilingual and multicultural books and school materials.

They provide a wide selection of science books, both in Spanish and English.

Scholastic has a large selection of books both in Spanish and English in science. Also they have books on multicultural subjects, i.e. The Woman Who Outshone the Sun - bilingual Spanish/English. De sol a sol - Spanish version. Sun Up, Sun Down - English version.

Provides several books in Spanish and English on science.

OBSERVATORIES

GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY AND PLANETARIUM

Located in Los Angeles, the observatory is on the south slopes of Mount Hollywood (Griffith Park).
A popular spot for viewing both city lights and stars.
Visitors may use the twin refracting telescopes on clear evenings, nightly dusk-10 p.m. in summer; Tues.-Sun. 7-10 p.m., rest of year. Closed Thanksgiving and Dec. 24-25.
Free
(213) 664-1191

Located in San Jose on the 4,209-foot summit of Mount Hamilton, is about 19 miles east via narrow, winding Mount Hamilton Rd.
The observatory is a division of the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Guides are available for the main building daily 1-5. Allow 2 hours minimum.
A visitor gallery at the 120-inch telescope is open daily 10-5; closed Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving and Dec. 24-26.
Free
(408) 274-5061

Located in La Cañada Flintridge, it is 10 miles northeast on SR 2 (Angeles Crest Hwy.), then 5 miles southeast on Mount Wilson Rd. in Angeles National Forest.
The 100-inch Hooker Telescope's visitors' gallery is open to the public.
Visitors are not allowed to use the telescopes or other instruments.
Picnicking is permitted.
Daily 10-4; closed Thanksgiving and Dec. 25.
Free
(818) 793-3100

Located on Palomar Mountain, 4.5 miles north on CR S6, consists of five domes; the largest houses the 200-inch Hale telescope, which is used to study distant celestial bodies. Also included are 48-inch Oschin and 18-inch Schmidt-type telescopes and a 60-inch reflecting telescope.
The Observatory primarily monitors the positions, distances, temperatures and physical properties of planets, stars, and galaxies. The Greenway Museum contains a photographic display of some of the observatory's sightings.
Visitors' gallery at the 200-inch telescope open daily 9-4. Museum open daily 9-4:30; closed Dec. 24-25.
Free
(619) 742-2119

FLEISCHMANN PLANETARIUM

Located in Reno at the n. edge of the University of Nevada campus on N. Virgina St.
Presents programs on the night sky. Periodically changing Star Shows depict astronomical events of the past, present, and future. Astronomy and earth science exhibits are also featured. Hours and programs vary. Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum.
Open Mon.-Thurs. 8-5 and 7-10 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.. Closed Jan. 1, Easter, Thanksgiving, Dec. 24 after 5 p.m., Dec. 25 and Dec. 31 after 5 p.m.
Planetarium building free
Star Show admission $5; over 59 and under 13, $3.50. Under 6 are admitted to daytime shows only .
(702) 784-4811

Located in Los Angeles on the south slopes of Mount Hollywood (Griffith Park).
The planetarium reproduces the night sky indoors, and special effects replicate celestial phenomena visible to the naked eye.
Planetarium shows are presented Mon.-Fri. at 1:30, 3 and 7:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. at 1:30, 3, 4:30 and 7:30., in summer; Tues.-Fri. at 3 and 7:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. and holidays at 1:30, 3, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., rest of the year.
Admission $4; senior citizens $3; ages 5-12, $2. Children under 5 admitted only at 1:30 show Saturdays and Sundays, and are free with an adult. Box office opens half an hour before each show; no reserved seats.

Located in Berkeley in the Lawrence Hall of Science, Centennial Dr. on the east side of the campus.
The Holt Planetarium presents shows daily at 1, 2:15 and 3:30 p.m., during summer; Sat.-Sun. and holidays, rest of year. Science Hall open Mon-Fri. 10-4:30, Sat.-Sun. 10-5; closed Jan. 1, Easter, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Dec. 25-26.
Admission $4; senior citizens and students, $3; ages 3-6, $2. Planetarium shows an additional $1.50.
(510) 642-5132

Located in San Francisco in the California Academy Of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, it includes the Morrison Planetarium, the Natural History Museum and the Steinhart Aquarium.
Daily 10-5; extended hours in summer.
Admission $6; over 65 and ages 12-17, $3; ages 6-11, $1; free to all first Wed. of the month. Admission includes the museum and aquarium; planetarium extra.
(415) 750-7145

The Morrison Planetarium houses a 5,000 -pound star projector--a one-of-a-kind instrument specially built for the planetarium--under a 65-foot dome. Star shows are given daily on the hour noon-4, mid-June to Labor Day; daily at 2, rest of the year. Additional shows are given Sat.-Sun., holidays and Easter and Christmas vacations; closed during program changeovers, Thanksgiving and Dec. 24-25.
Admission, in addition to academy admission, $2.50; over 65 and under 17, $1.25.

Located in San Diego, 1875 El Prado, houses the Space Theater where Omnimax films create the illusion of motion. The Science Center is a hands-on museum with a variety of exhibits; free first Tues. of the month.
Sun.-Thurs. 9:30-9:30, Fri-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; holiday hours vary.
Laserium $6; over 65, $4; ages 5-15, $3.50.
Science Center $2.25; ages 5-15, $1.
Space Theater and Science Center combination ticket $5.50; over 65, $4; ages 5-15, $3.
(619) 238-1168

Located in San Jose on Park Avenue between Naglee and Randolph. The Planetarium and Science Center is open Tues.-Sun. 9-4:15; closed Jan.1, Thanksgiving and Dec. 25.
Admission $3; over 65 and students with ID $2.50; ages 7-15, $1.50. Children under 5 are not admitted to the planetarium show.
(408) 287-9172

Access to Internet On-line Resources

America Online 800-827-6364
Compu Serve 800-848-8199
eWorld 800-775-4556
GEnie 800-638-9636
Prodigy 800-776-3449
Core 800-272-8743

Internet Resources, and related topics

Astronomy:

Astro FTP list - (FTP sites that contain astronomy and space research material)
Anonymous FTP: Address: ftp.funet.fi
Path: /pub/astro/general/astroftp.txt

Astronomical Information on the Internet
Anonymous FTP: Address: ecf.hq.eso.org.
Path: /pub/WWW/astro-resources.html.

AIR - Astronomical Internet Resources (rpss@stsci.edu)
Gopher: Name: /stsci.edu:70/1
Address: http:stsco/edi/net-resources.html

Astronomy Program - (Current texts, documents, pictures, news, information about space)
Anonymous FTP: Address: nic.funet.fi
Path: /pub/astro/*

General Discussion - (On-line astronomy-related chat)
Usenet: Newsgroup: sci.astro
Usenet: Newsgroup: sci.space

Hubble Telescope
Usenet: Newsgroup: sci.astro.hubble
Gopher: Name: Space Telescope Electronic Information Systems
Address: stsci.edu

Bilingual/Multicultural Education:

Information about materials, support services, funding opportunities, and other resources relating to the education of LEP students is made available through the National Clearinghouse for Bilingual Education (NCBE) generated and supported computerized information system. The NCBE CIS can be accessed by teachers, administrators, librarians, and students, and is free of charge. To obtain a user ID and password write to:

NCBE CIS Manager
National Clearinghouse for Bilingual Education
1118 22nd Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037

Bilingual Education Network (BiEN) resides on the California Department of Education gopher server at:
goldmine.cde.ca.gov

BiEN can also be accessed through CORE by doing the following begining at the Main Menu:

MAIN MENU
select [a] Access CORE Electronic Services;
choose [b] Information Resources;
select 5. CORE Information (Buletin Boards)/; and finally
select 3. Bilingual Education Network (BiEN)/.

LMRINet provides researchers, students, teachers, and administrators access to several types of information resources including a newsletter, the bulletin board of the national Center for Research on Cultural Diversity and Second Language Learning, funding and job opportunities, and gateways to NCBE/CIS and Chicano/LatinoNet. You can access LMRINet from most university networks through:

gopher://LMRINet.gse.ucsb.edu

For further information, contact LMRI@LMRINet.gse.ucsb.edu.

LISTSERV's:

TESLK-12 is a new list for teachers of English as a second or foreign language to children. TESLK-12 will focus on issues related to K-12 students.
To subscribe, send a message to
LISTSERV@CUNYVM.CUNY.EDU
or on BITNET to
LISTSERV@CUNYVM
with the following in the body:
Subscribe TESLK-12 firstname lastname
(E.g. subscribe teslk-12 Horace Mann)
For more information, contact Anthea Tillyer at:
ABTHC@CUNYVM.CUNY.EDU.

Some of you may be interested in a new multicultural education list. To subscribe, send a message to
listserv@umdd.umd.edu
followed in the body by:
Subscribe MULTIC-ED firstname lastname

Education:

Shadowy Science Projects - (articles and projects about shadows, the sun, solar moon, earth's rotation and more)
Gopher: Name: Ralph Bunche School
Address: ralphbunche.rbs.edu
Choose: Shadows Science Project

Spacenet BBS (bulletin board with databases by science interested schools)
Telenet: Address: spacement.phast.umass.edu

KidLink and KidCafe (discussion group for children aged 10-15)
Gopher: Name: Kidlink
Address: /kids.ccit.dug.edu
Choose: KIDSLINK, KIDCAFE, KIDSLEADR
(also available for E-mail exchange versions for other languages - Portuguese, Japanese, and Spanish)

The Best of K-12 (large educational resources with lessons, guides and information for grades K-12)
Gopher: Name: TIESnet Internet
Address: tiesnet.ties.k12.mn.us
Choose: Best of K-12 Internet Resources

Lesson Plans (general)
Gopher: Name: US National K12 Gopher
Address: copernicus.bbn.com
Choose: National School Network TestBed / Lesson Plans from USCD (test area)

Earth Science Resources
Gopher: Name: Oregon State University
Address: gopher.fsl.orst.edu
Choose: Other Sources of Info / Hugo's Lore-House / Where the Sun Doesn't Shine / Internet Resources for the Earth Sciences

SchoolNet (Educational info, discussion areas, through networking initiative of Industry and Science Canada)
Gopher: Name: Schoolnet Gopher
Address: ernest.ccs.carleton.ca

K12 Net (provides network of school-based BBS throughout the world to exchange information, share resources, and discuss educational issues)
Gopher: Name: Education, K-12 Education, Network
Address: /woonext.dsrd.ornl.gov/11/Docs/k12net

Science:

National Science Foundation (NSF)
Gopher: Address: /stis.nsf.gov/1

Science awareness and Promotion (sais-I) (SAIS forum for exchanging ideas about making science more appealing to students)
E-mail only: mailto:listserv@unb.ca

Science Magazines (general articles on science-related material)
Gopher: Name: The Electronic Newsstand
Address: gopher.internet.com 2100
Choose: Titles Arranged by Category / Science - Ecology, General

Science Resource Guides
Gopher: Name: University of Michigan
Address: una.hh.lib.umich.edu
Choose: inetdirs / Guides on Science (UMich)

Scientific Articles
Gopher: Name: Whole Earth Lectronic Link
Address: gopher.well.sf.ca.usChoose: Science

Space:

Aeronautics and space articles
Gopher: Name: Internet Wiretap
Address: wiretap.spies.com
Choose: Wiretap Online / Library / Articles / Aeronautics

Frequently asked questions about space
Anonymous FTP: Address: ames.arc.nasa.gov
Path: /pub/SPACE/ FAQ

Jet Propulsion Laboratory Information
Anonymous FTP: Address: jplinfo.jpl.nasa.gov
Log on as anonymous, then send your city and state as the password (commas and spaces are OK, up to 15 characters)

NASA database (NED)
Telenet: address: ned.ipac.caltech.edu
Login: ned

NASA news
Finger: Address: nasanews@space.mit.edu

NASA SpaceLink
Telnet: Address: spacelink.msfc.nasa.gov

News About Space
Usenet: Newsgroup: clari.tw.space
Newsgroup: sci.space.news

SEDES (Students for the Exploration and Development of Space)
Usenet: Newsgroup: bit.listserv.seds-1
Newsgroup: bit.listserv.sedsnews

Space Digest
Anonymous FTP: Address: julius.cs.qub.ac.uk
Path: /pub/SpaceDigestArchive

Space Shuttle
Usenet: Newsgroup: sci.space.shuttle

Space Shuttle images
shuttlelaunch.gif (ftp.nau.edu) /graphics/gif/digi

Shareware:

Geoclock, an acclaimed shareware program available on many BBS's, shows sunrises and sunsets from many locations and includes great map graphics. Also available directly from: Joseph R. Ahlgren; 2218 N. Tuckahoe St.; Arlington, VA 22205-1946.

Bibliography Resources:

Hahn, Harley and Stout, Rick. The Internet Yellow Pages. McGraw-Hill. Berkeley, CA. 1994.

Maxwell, Christine and Grycz, Czeslaw Jan. New Riders' Official Internet Yellow Pages. New Riders Publishing. Indianapolis, IN. 1994.