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Provides information for new mothers on how to breastfeed successfully. Segments include: starting off right, hunger signals, latching on, breastfeeding positions, sore nipples and engorgement, how often to breastfeed, how a mother makes milk, switching breasts, pacifiers and artificial nipples, healthy weight gain, growth spurts, taking care of mom, Cesarean births and preterm babies, and lifestyles.
Hispanic entertainer Mayte Prida shares the moving story of her successful fight against cancer. Follow her as she progresses through the difficult stages of treatment and recovery. Includes helpful advice to cancer patients and their families.
Features a healthy food pyramid that addresses the lifestyle, health issues, and dietary practices unique to the Mexican culture. Emphasizes the basic core diet of corn, beans, squash, and chiles. Demonstrates how to enjoy traditional Latino foods and stay healthy. Two language versions included on tape--Spanish and English.
One of the numerous varieties of My Man Godfrey. Laura (Marin) is a sculptress from a rich family. At one of her showings, the rich Joaquin (Negrete) overhears her telling her friends that she's looking for a man she can mould like a piece of clay, whatever his class. He converts himself into the thief, Daniel, and gets himself caught stealing turkeys at her house so she will undertake to "rehabilitate" him. Many misunderstandings ensue before the truth and true love win out.
Presents the facts kids need to know to protect themselves from AIDS. Explains the function of the immune system and how HIV disables the immune system. Gives examples of casual contact that do not result in HIV infection. Identifies ways people do become infected. Specifies ways students may protect themselves from HIV infection. Promotes healthy life choices.
Examines the effect that drunk driving has on innocent victims as well as on the drunk drivers themselves. Ideal for use with both court mandated training programs for convicted drunk drivers and drunk driving prevention programs.
When a young student, Adam, confronts the question of whether to take his first drink, he receives guidance from a spectral baseball player, who helps him identify his feelings of fear and confusion, and guides him through the decision-making process. Adam discovers the short-term and long-term effects of alcohol use. He also learns assertiveness strategies and healthy ways to relieve stress and cope with difficulties.
On a rainy day two brothers try to discover who is playing the harmonica they hear in their apartment building. There is so much noise in the building that it is hard to tell where the music is coming from. Finally, they learn that the musician is the blind man who lives in apartment 3. They meet and become friends. From the book by Ezra Jack Keats.
Uses the three Ps: planning, preparation and performance. Gives step-by-step instructions on how to apply masking tape before painting a vehicle.
Between 1898 and 1918, two wars changed the role of the United States as a world power and set the stage for the major events of the twentieth century. Examines the histories of these two wars: the Spanish-American War and World War I. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
Spanish is the second most common language in the United States after English. Examines the influence of Mexican culture in the United States and the debate in Mexico about the Anglicization of Spanish. Mexico's multicultural heritage is explored, along with the pervasiveness of Spanish today.
Introduces eight occupations related to building trades. Gives some challenges and rewards of each, typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, average wage ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: stonemasons and bricklayers, carpenters, painters, carpet installers, sheet metal workers, electricians, plumbers and pipefitters, electricians, and concrete masons. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight occupations related to the fields of health assessment and treatment, presenting some challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: audiologists, pharmacists, dieticians and nutritionists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, physical and respiratory therapists, and recreational therapists. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight health service occupations, noting some challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average wage and salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: physical therapists and aides, nursing assistants, home health aides, massage therapists, occupational therapy assistants and aides, dental and medical assistants, and medical secretaries. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight occupations related to media and the arts. Gives work conditions, typical activities, and positive and negative factors of each job. Segments end with typical job duties, (2003) average earnings, education and training, employment outlook, and sources of additional information. Includes: actors and directors, radio and TV broadcasters, graphic design artists, artists, musicians, designers, reporters and correspondents, and photographers and photojournalists. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight occupations related to medical professions. Gives the challenges and rewards of each, typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: physicians, dentists, optometrists, physician's assistants, chiropractors, podiatrists, registered nurses, and veterinarians. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight occupations related to the scientific field, giving some challenges and rewards of each. Also covers typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: chemists, geologists, meteorologists, physicists, foresters and conservation scientists, biological and medical scientists, astronomers, and agricultural scientists. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight occupations related to teaching, noting some challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: counselors, college and university faculty, librarians, adult education teachers, schoolteachers, early childhood education teachers, special education teachers, and English as a second language (ESL) teachers. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight careers found in technical and related occupations, noting some challenges and rewards of each. Also addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: surveyors and mapping scientists, broadcast technicians, drafters, air-traffic controllers, paralegals, engineering technicians, technical writers, and chemical technicians. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Introduces eight occupations related to fields in transportation and material moving, noting some challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) average wage or salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: commuter train and subway operators, paving equipment operators, heavy-truck drivers, tractor/trailer truck drivers, bus and delivery drivers, and material moving equipment operators. Corresponds to categories in the "Occupational Outlook Handbook," a nationally recognized source of career information.
Charlie, the shepherd, shears his sheep and makes a new red cloak for winter. Each step is described, and one particular sheep insists on wearing each unfinished piece. Shows how wool clothing is made. Animated version of the American Library Association Notable Book by Tomie dePaola.
Explains how epidural anesthesia works and shows step-by-step how it is administered. Covers the possible side effects, benefits, and risks, including ways to reduce the chances of complications. Shows two couples as they make decisions about pain relief during labor and birth. NOTE: Shows an actual epidural procedure and vaginal birth.
When is it necessary to induce or augment a labor? Answers questions expectant parents may have about these procedures. Explores the advantages, risks, common medical methods, and natural alternatives available for both induction and augmentation. An obstetrician lists questions expectant parents should ask their caregivers. NOTE: Concludes with footage of a vaginal birth.
Follows a family's unplanned Cesarean birth from early labor through recovery. An obstetrician explains the Cesarean procedure and discusses ways to minimize risk. Shows the surgical procedure using 3-D animation. Presents information on breast-feeding and recovery, and how to make a Cesarean birth a fulfilling experience. NOTE: Concludes with graphic footage of an actual Cesarean surgery.
A little mouse thinks her name is absolutely perfect until she starts school. Some of the kids make fun of her, and the bullying and teasing make each day harder than the last. But when Mrs. Twinkle comes to class, things change. Animated version of the story by Kevin Henkes. Narrated by Meryl Streep.
Lions Theo and Cleo live with their cubs, Lionel and Leona, in a public library. Their special magic enables characters to pop out of books, and vowel and consonant combinations to sing. Uses Doreen Cronin's book "Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type" as the vehicle to teach the short "i" sound.
Curtis the Courteous Raccoon, a puppet, shows young students how good manners at school means more friends and fun for everyone. Gives advice about using polite words, being a helper, respecting differences, taking turns, being a good listener, and being a good sport. Emphasizes that good manners show that we care about and respect others.
Danny visits the museum and discovers one of the dinosaurs is real. They leave together for a day of adventures, helping people, playing hide and seek, and visiting the zoo. They have great fun until it's time for both to go home. Each is delighted to have a new friend. Animated version of the book by Syd Hoff.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 7-11 includes: clothing, numbers (21 -99); interrogatives; months; seasons; colors; descriptive adjectives. The grammar addresses: saber; conocer; present tense (irregular verbs); stem-changing verbs; reflexive pronouns; more on possession; demonstratives; more on using adjectives; ser and estar.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 12-18 includes: numbers (100 - 200); food groups (meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, others); writing and written works. The grammar covers: preterit tense; direct and indirect object pronouns; prepositions; pronoun objects of prepositions; using adjectives; verbs used reflexively and non-reflexively; gustar and verbs like it; and two object pronouns together.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 12-18 includes: numbers (100 - 200); food groups (meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, others); writing and written works. The grammar covers: Preterit tense; direct and indirect object pronouns; prepositions; pronoun objects of prepositions; using adjectives; verbs used reflexively and non-reflexively; gustar and verbs like it; and two object pronouns together.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 12-18 includes: numbers (100 - 200); food groups (meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, others); writing and written works. The grammar covers: Preterit tense; direct and indirect object pronouns; prepositions; pronoun objects of prepositions; using adjectives; verbs used reflexively and non-reflexively; gustar and verbs like it; and two object pronouns together.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 19-26 includes: directions; more family members; weather; changes in states and conditions; parts of a house; domestic appliances; and more descriptive adjectives. The grammar covers: present and past progressive; imperfect; imperfect and preterit together; por and para; affirmative and negatives; idioms with tener; comparisons; estar and sentirse with adjectives; acabar de; hace, hace ..que; and al + infinitive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 19-26 includes: directions; more family members; weather; changes in states and conditions; parts of a house; domestic appliances; and more descriptive adjectives. The grammar covers: present and past progressive; imperfect; imperfect and preterit together; por and para; affirmative and negatives; idioms with tener; comparisons; estar and sentirse with adjectives; acabar de; hace, hace ..que; and al + infinitive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 27-36 includes: body parts; medical situations; city locations; stores; geographic features; professions; social life; and giving advice. The grammar covers: superlatives; future, present subjunctive; use of present subjunctive in noun clauses; subjunctive with adverbial clauses; commands; present perfect (indicative and subjunctive); que and quien; and past participle as adjective.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 27-36 includes: body parts; medical situations; city locations; stores; geographic features; professions; social life; and giving advice. The grammar covers: future; superlatives; present subjunctive; use of present subjunctive in noun clauses; subjunctive with adverbial clauses; commands; present perfect (indicative and subjunctive); que and quien; and past participle as adjective.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in the mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 3-4 includes: numbers (0-21), academic subjects, animals, days of the week, and telling time. The grammar lessons consist of: the verbs hay, estar, and ir; the present tense (regular verbs); subject pronouns; personal "a"; interrogatives; and adjectives.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 27-36 includes: body parts; medical situations; city locations; stores; geographic features; professions; social life; and giving advice. The grammar covers: future; superlatives; present subjunctive; use of present subjunctive in noun clauses; subjunctive with adverbial clauses; commands; present perfect (indicative and subjunctive); que and quien; and past participle as adjective.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 27-36 includes: body parts; medical situations; city locations; stores; geographic features; professions; social life; and giving advice. The grammar covers: future; superlatives; present subjunctive; use of present subjunctive in noun clauses; subjunctive with adverbial clauses; commands; present perfect (indicative and subjunctive); que and quien; and past participle as adjective.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 27-36 includes: body parts; medical situations; city locations; stores; geographic features; professions; social life; and giving advice. The grammar covers: future; superlatives; present subjunctive; use of present subjunctive in noun clauses; subjunctive with adverbial clauses; commands; present perfect (indicative and subjunctive); que and quien; and past participle as adjective.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 37-52 includes: money; business; renting and buying; tourist needs; restaurants; hotels; sports; relationships; and pastimes. The grammar covers: forms and uses of the past subjunctive (simple and perfect); conditional; if clause sentences; past perfect indicative; adverb formation; exclamations; and subjunctive.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 7-11 includes: clothing, numbers (21 -99); interrogatives; months; seasons; colors; descriptive adjectives. The grammar consists of: saber; conocer; present tense (irregular verbs); stem-changing verbs; reflexive pronouns; more on possessive; demonstratives; more on using adjectives; and ser and estar.
Destinies, a 26-tape set consisting of two half-hour episodes per tape, teaches speaking, listening, and comprehension skills in Spanish. This telenovela, or Spanish soap opera, immerses you in everyday situations with native speakers and introduces cultures, accents, and dialects of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Puerto Rico. Your understanding and appreciation of Spanish increases as you become absorbed in this mysterious and entertaining story. The vocabulary in lessons 7-11 includes: clothing, numbers (21 -99); interrogatives; months; seasons; colors; descriptive adjectives. The grammar addresses: saber; conocer; present tense (irregular verbs); stem-changing verbs; reflexive pronouns; more on possession; demonstratives; more on using adjectives; ser and estar.
Describes the early explorers from Europe who established the Europeans as major players in the western hemisphere. Includes Columbus and the Spanish explorers, John Cabot and the English explorers, the French in New France, and Henry Hudson and New Amsterdam. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
Doctor DeSoto is a dentist who happens to be a mouse. He provides treatment to all kinds of animals, except those dangerous to mice. When a fox in excruciating pain seeks treatment, Doctor DeSoto faces a dilemma. The diminutive dentist outfoxes his dangerous patient. He cunningly insures his personal safety while fulfilling his professional responsibilities. Based on the award-winning book by William Steig.
When Duck gets tired of working for Farmer Brown, his political ambition eventually leads to his being elected President. Animated version of the book by Doreen Cronin.
Introduces six biotechnology occupations, noting challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: biological scientists, genetic research technicians, biomedical engineers, clinical research associates, chemical technicians, and biomedical equipment technicians. Provides some Web site addresses.
Introduces seven information technology occupations, noting some challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: systems administrators, network engineers and analysts, computer hardware designers, systems engineers, systems analysts, software engineers, and database analysts and administrators. Provides some Web site addresses.
Introduces six Internet-related occupations, noting some challenges and rewards of each. Addresses typical job duties and responsibilities, suggested skills and aptitudes, (2003) salary ranges, education and training, and employment outlook. Includes: Internet software developers, Webmasters, Internet store managers, Web site designers and developers, Internet Service Provider (ISP) owners and managers, and Internet advertising designers. Provides some Web site addresses.
Discusses expansion and growth in America during the 19th century. Topics include west to the Mississippi, the Louisiana Purchase, conquest of New Spain, and Manifest Destiny-to the Pacific. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
Describes the significant role that Extremadura, a remote region in western Spain, played in Spanish history; the impact of the Celts, Carthaginians, Romans, and Moors in that area; and the prosperity in the province during the Golden Age. Explains how the land of Cortes, de Soto, Pizarro, Balboa, and many other important conquistadores remains one of the most multicultural regions of Spain.
Tells the stories of four men who overcame their need to abuse and control their partners. After attending a batterer's treatment program, they talk about how the program helped them take responsibility for their abuse, gain empathy from their family members, and learn new ways to deal with their emotions. Experts in family violence also offer their perspective on the harm of violence, and discuss ways for abusers to change.
This documentary traces the history and culture of one people known in Mexico as the Mascogos and in the U.S. as Black Seminoles. Descendants of Seminole Indians and African slaves from British colonies, Black Seminoles migrated from Florida to Texas and Mexico. The influence of time and majority cultures have put the Black Seminole’s culture in jeopardy of extinction.
Farmer Brown goes on vacation, leaving his brother Bob in charge. Little does Bob know that Duck has changed all of Farmer Brown's instructions on how to take care of the animals. Based on the book by Doreen Cronin; narrated by Randy Travis.
Tells three folktales from Spanish-speaking countries: "The Laughing Skull," "The Four Brothers' Adventure," and "How Birds Got Bright Feathers." Views in English or Spanish text and/or in American Sign Language. Minimum system requirements: Windows or higher; Pentium III, 600MHz (or equivalent or higher); CD-ROM drive
Tells three folktales from Spanish-speaking countries: "The Singing Sack," "Juan Bobo and the Three-Legged Pot," and "The Singing Toad." Views in English or Spanish text and/or in American Sign Language. Minimum system requirements: Windows or higher; Pentium III, 600MHz (or equivalent or higher); CD-ROM drive
Explains to students what head lice are, how they are transmitted from one person to another, and why it is important to detect and treat head lice as early as possible. Describes the screening procedure and the most common treatment for head lice infestation. Identifies ways students can help prevent the spread of head lice at school. Provides reassurance that this itchy problem has a solution.
This video shows parents the important "keys" they can use to open the three doors to information for helping the beginning reader: how we learn to read, the phases of reading, and activities and techniques for encouraging the young reader. Personal vignettes filmed with real families show parents how to participate in the reading process.
Hippo, who has been told by Ngai to live on land and eat grass, is bothered by the heat and yearns to live in the cool river. He appeals to Ngai to change his environment, promising not to eat the fish and to stay on land each night. African folklore about the peculiarities of the hippo. Animated version of the award-winning book by Mwenye Hadithi.
The user will be able to discover how over 150 machines work, learn scientific principles and also get to know great inventors. This version includes three new sections: new inventions, the questionnaire and the personal log book. In addition, it offers access to the Web site Mamut Online. Requirements for Windows: 486DX-compatible PC with 12MB RAM (Win 95), 16 MB (Win 98); 8 MB of available hard disk space, CD-ROM drive, sound card, 256 color monitor, speakers or headphones, Microsoft Windows 95/98. Requirements for MAC: 68LC040 25 MHz Processor, 8 MB RAM, 8 MB of available hard disk space, CD-ROM drive, 256 color monitor, System 7.0 +.
Crossing guard Mrs. Nelson tells young children how to stay safe. She focuses on dangers from guns, knives, and chemicals to talking to unfamiliar people. She encourages children to "Stop!" "Get away!" and "Tell an adult!" But the first rule to staying safe is to pay attention to how you feel and to what's happening around you.
Presents the animated story of a little boy who dreams he falls out of his bed in the middle of the night and finds himself in a magical place called the night kitchen. In the dream he helps three fat bakers get milk for their cake batter. From the book written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak.
Explores the economic development of the United States and its impact on the political and social history of the nation. Topics include early industry in America, the American Industrial Revolution, labor unions in an industrialized society, and modern technology and its impact on the world. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
Antonio Soave, a professional soccer player, helps the popular Latin-American announcer Mayte Prida teach children basic soccer concepts. Includes instructions on handling and controlling the ball, as well as the proper behavior on and off the field. Between segments, Mayte introduces trivia that will help children learn the history and the rules of the game.
Gives step-by-step instructions on how to perform a structural repair of the autobody, that is, how to return the vehicle to its factory specifications. Using a Nissan Pathfinder involved in a head-on collision, the technician applies the three Ps: planning, preparation and performance to repair the vehicle.
In this animated production of Jack Kent's book of the same title, Joey, a baby kangaroo lives in his mother's pouch. Instead of cleaning his room, Joey decides to run away. Finding a new home is difficult for him. Unable to find a suitable replacement, Joey returns home and happily offers to clean up his clutter.
Examines how daily life seems to offer an endless number of opportunities for children to develop good mental and physical habits. Demonstrates and explains activities to help children learn at home important skills that will help them perform better in school. States that by using games, children will learn responsibility, discipline, and cooperation while increasing their self-esteem and their mental and psychomotor abilities.
Leo the tiger lags behind his friends in reading, writing, talking, and other skills. "What's the matter with Leo?" asks his father. His mother replies, "Nothing. He's just a late bloomer." And sure enough, one day Leo blooms, pleasing everyone, especially himself. Animated version of the book by Robert Kraus.
Video workshop about rapes committed by friends or family members of the victims. It is suitable for both adolescents and adults and combines shocking recreations of spoken testimonies given by women who have survived a rape. In addition, it includes interviews with lawyers, forensic physicians, social workers and activists. The following subjects are discussed: definitions of rape and sexual assault; the special circumstances that immigrant women are forced to face; and the medical and social services available for female rape survivors.
Three young students realize the value of everyday courtesy when their parents and teachers suddenly adopt some bad manners and behavior. This weird behavior provides an opportunity to reflect on the basic principles of good manners in the school setting. Topics in this dramatization include considering the feelings of others, being helpful and cooperative, taking turns, respecting privacy and property, being a good sport, and using polite language.
On Christmas Eve, Max asks many questions about Santa Claus. His sister Ruby's exasperated response is usually "Because!" Late that night, Max sneaks downstairs to wait for Santa. When Santa arrives, Max pesters him with questions too, and gets the same "Because!" When Ruby finds Max asleep near the tree the next morning, she is curious and begins asking questions. All Max says is "Because!" Animated version, based on the book by Rosemary Wells.
Storyteller Heather Forest uses song, pantomime, games, and discussion to introduce young students to the human body. Talks about key body parts and how they move; how the heart, lungs, and brain keep the body running; how the bones, joints, and muscles hold the body up and help it move; and how our senses help us enjoy the world. Introduces principles of healthy eating, daily exercise, and adequate rest.
Storyteller Heather Forest uses song, pantomime, games, and discussion to teach young students about families. Explains the difference between immediate and extended family. Introduces the concepts of step-relatives, half brothers and half sisters, and adoption. Gives examples of how family members work and play together. Discusses the importance of communication, and emphasizes that each family is unique and special.
This work includes a description of over 650 diseases, with practical tips on how to prevent such diseases, including self-diagnosis sections, and updated theories on health- related issues making this guide the most comprehensive guide for health care for the entire family. PC REQUIREMENTS: Windows: PC compatible 386DX 8 MB RAM (Win 95), CD-ROM, sound card, 256 color monitor, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or later.
Instructional video demonstrating more than one thousand words in Mexican Sign Language. The manual alphabet and number signs are shown. Each word is voiced and captioned in both Spanish and English and is signed twice. The instruction is divided into 10 lessons.
Young kids will learn the basic mathematical concepts of addition and subtraction. Polo the Bear and Little Pingüi will guide them through a selection of user-friendly games and activities. The user will be introduced to a world of numbers and mathematical symbols while having fun. The level of difficulty in each game is adjusted according to how each child performs, allowing each child to progress at their own pace. Equipment required for Windows: 486DX-compatible PC with 8MB RAM (Win 95), CD-ROM player, sound card, 256 color monitor, speakers or headphones, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or newer version.
Young kids will learn the basic mathematical concepts of addition and subtraction. Polo the Bear and Little Pingüi will guide them through a selection of user-friendly games and activities. The user will be introduced to a world of numbers and mathematical symbols while having fun. The level of difficulty in each game is adjusted according to how each child performs, allowing each child to progress at their own pace. Equipment required for Windows: 486DX-compatible PC with 8MB RAM (Win 95), CD-ROM player, sound card, 256 color monitor, speakers or headphones, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or newer version.
A video workshop in Spanish about physical and emotional violence against women. For use in support groups and public forums, this video workshop uses reenactments and on-camera interviews to educate and to initiate discussion of the various types of domestic violence endured by millions of women.
This three-tape series continues the story begun five years earlier in the series Destinies. The lawyer from Los Angeles, Raquel Rodriguez, recounts her adventures to Lucia Hinojosa, who is the executor of the Castillo estate. Lucia, Raquel, and the Castillo family cooperate to protect the family legacy from the Mexican Government. Tape 1 includes: Episode 1: Dos Abogadas (Two Lawyers); Episode 2: Encuentros (Encounters); Episode 3: El Viaje Comienza (The Journey Begins); Episode 4: Datos Importantes (Important Facts); Episode 5: Mas Datos (More Facts).
This three-tape series continues the story begun five years earlier in the series Destinies. The lawyer from Los Angeles, Raquel Rodriguez, recounts her adventures to Lucia Hinojosa who is the executor of the Castillo estate. Lucia, Raquel, and the Castillo family cooperate to protect the family legacy from the Mexican Government. Tape 3 includes: Episode 11: Entre Hermanos (Between Brothers); Episode 12: Asuntos de Familia (Family Matters); Episode 13: Medidas Drasticas (Drastic Measures); Episode 14: Voces del pasado (Voices From the Past); Episode 15: Pasado, Presente, Futuro (Past, Present, Future).
This three-tape series continues the story begun five years earlier in the series Destinies. The lawyer from Los Angeles, Raquel Rodriguez, recounts her adventures to Lucia Hinojosa, who is the executor of the Castillo estate. Lucia, Raquel, and the Castillo family cooperate to protect the family legacy from the Mexican Government. Tape 2 includes: Episode 6: La Búsqueda (The Search); Episode 7: Consejos (Advice); Episode 8: Malas Noticias (Bad News) Episode 9: Imposible (Imposible); Episode 10: Pistas (Trails).
Noisy Nora, the middle child in a family of mice, bangs windows, slams doors, and knocks over furniture, trying to get her parents' attention. When that fails, she hides until her parents begin to look for her. Then she appears with a monumental crash! Based on the book by Rosemary Wells. Animated.
While traveling northward, an attractive young woman and her aunt offer to help a man whose car has broken down. They don't know that he is a fugitive from the law, and his car is a stolen vehicle. He abandons the car and joins them. The authorities pursue the fugitive, unaware of the two women's involvement. A romance begins between the young woman and the fugitive, complicating his plan to escape the country.
Gives step-by-step instructions on how to replace the outer door panel (also known as skinning the door) by utilizing the three Ps to success: planning, preparation, and performance.
Gives step-by-step instructions on how to assess what is needed in preparing a vehicle for painting. Utilizes two of the three Ps to success (planning and preparation) to prep a new undamaged panel. Continued in Volume 2.
Continues to show how to prepare a vehicle for painting. Reviews the planning and preparation stages covered in Volume 1. Volume 2 focuses on the performance stage. Gives step-by-step instructions on applying metal conditioner, primer, and guide coat paint. Then shows how to block sand and scuff a new undamaged panel.
Tells the story of two friends, a bear and a tiger, who live in the country. One day the bear finds a box of bananas on the river which is labeled "Panama." The two leave their comfortable home to go in search of Panama, the land of their dreams, and end up in the most beautiful place in the world. Animated version of a German book by Janosch.
Focuses on learning experiences involving dental hygiene. Pepin learns the hard way the importance of dental hygiene and preventative maintenance when a toothache earns him a visit to the dentist.
Focuses on learning experiences involving guns and violence. Pepin and his friend, Bully, learn the hard way that guns are not toys and to consider the consequences of even seemingly harmless actions.
The first in a series of five language learning videos that teach Spanish using the Progressive-Intuitive Language Method (PI Method), which progressively moves learners from English to Spanish immersion. All levels present “Stories for the Very Young,” the illustrated or animated children’s stories “The Caterpillar and the Polliwog,” “A Picture for Harold’s Room,” “The Little Red Hen,” and “Caps for Sale.” Level 0 presents the stories narrated completely in English.
The second in a series of five language learning videos that teach Spanish using the Progressive-Intuitive Language Method (PI Method), which progressively moves learners from English to Spanish immersion. All levels present “Stories for the Very Young,” the illustrated or animated children’s stories “The Caterpillar and the Polliwog,” “A Picture for Harold’s Room,” “The Little Red Hen,” and “Caps for Sale.” Level 1 begins with a brief introduction of the PI Method in English and presents the stories narrated in English (85%) and Spanish (15%).
The third in a series of five language learning videos that teach Spanish using the Progressive-Intuitive Language Method (PI Method), which progressively moves learners from English to Spanish immersion. All levels present “Stories for the Very Young,” the illustrated or animated children’s stories of “The Caterpillar and the Polliwog,” “A Picture for Harold’s Room,” “The Little Red Hen,” and “Caps for Sale.” Level 2 begins with a brief introduction of the PI Method in English and presents the stories narrated in English (65%) and Spanish (35%).
The fourth in a series of five language learning videos that teach Spanish using the Progressive-Intuitive Language Method (PI Method), which progressively moves learners from English to Spanish immersion. All levels present “Stories for the Very Young,” the illustrated or animated children’s stories of “The Caterpillar and the Polliwog,” “A Picture for Harold’s Room,” “The Little Red Hen,” and “Caps for Sale.” Level 3 begins with a brief introduction of the PI Method in English and presents the stories narrated in Spanish (75%) and English (25%).
The fifth in a series of five language learning videos that teach Spanish using the Progressive-Intuitive Language Method (PI Method), which progressively moves learners from English to Spanish immersion. All levels present “Stories for the Very Young,” the illustrated or animated children’s stories of “The Caterpillar and the Polliwog,” “A Picture for Harold’s Room,” “The Little Red Hen,” and “Caps for Sale.” Level 4 begins with a brief introduction of the PI Method in English and presents the stories narrated completely in Spanish.
Melodrama of conflict among the rural ruling class. Two hacienda owners, Pedro (Soler) and Miguel (Villareal), have a long-running dispute over the possession of the Monte de los Pericos. Pedro's son, Román (Negrete), breaks up with his lover, Lupe (Martino), because he's in love with the blonde Rosaura (Miroslava), Miguel's daughter. Miguel opposes this match and devises obstacles to interfere with it. Garcia Riera called this a "shadowy" tragedy which cost the lives of the feudal lords who were determined to possess the Monte de los Pericos and the honor of the women who crossed the path of the very macho Jorge Negrete. Filmed twice before as La parcela directed by Juan Manuel Ramos in 1921 and in 1938 as Nobleza ranchera by Alfredo del Diestro.
Join Professor Parrot for an exciting adventure of making friends while learning more than 150 words and phrases in Spanish. The professor makes Spanish easy and fun with songs, dances, games, and puppets! Children learn to introduce themselves to others, count from 1 to 20, name parts of the body and the colors of the rainbow, and more.
Pumpkins! Every fall we carve them for jack-o'-lanterns, munch their seeds, and cook delicious things with them. But where do they come from? How do they grow? Close-up and time-lapse photography chart the growth of the pumpkin plant from sprouting seed to maturity. Luis Valdez narrates in verse accompanied by George Winston's music.
Gives step-by-step instructions on how to repair a vehicle quarter panel using a splice technique by following the three Ps to success: planning, preparation, and performance.
Suggests six steps for parents to motivate children so that they reap the full benefits from their homework—an indispensable tool for schoolwork. Personal vignettes, filmed with real families, show parents how to participate in reading and studying at home.
Personal vignettes, filmed with real families, teach parents how to help their children develop a positive self-image, increase their chances for success in school, and create and maintain memories that last a lifetime.
What constitutes sexual abuse? How should we respond to it? Demonstrates the appropriate way to respond to situations that cause fear, particularly sexual abuse. Using actor reenactment, authorities in the field give step-by-step instructions, stressing the importance of reacting quickly. Instructions include how to report the abuse, what to expect from the authorities, and the type of help offered. NOTE: Contains sexual and violent scenes.
Tour Salamanca, cradle of many historical figures and center of the Golden Age. Discover its rich history, magnificent celebrations, famous architectural designs, and acclaimed university. Learn about the region’s contributions to Spain and the world.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Introduces the word "monster" and reviews how to give information, with a spoof of the fairy tale "The Three Billy Goats Gruff."
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. The dog concocts a version of “The Little Red Hen” that teaches his friends an important lesson, while practicing greetings, colors, numbers, and the words “cat” and “tired.”
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Introduces five new vocabulary words. Goldilocks tries to make amends for her behavior.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Little Goat helps review vocabulary and focuses on the word “maíz” (corn) and numbers 10 to 17.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. The monster helps the children focus on words and expressions related to being upset and angry.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Focusing on the expressions “I feel good,” “I feel bad,” and the verb “to go,” the friends try to help Reynaldo the fish feel better.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. While reading about the wolf and the armadillo, the friends review vocabulary related to things to eat and much more.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. While Mama Bear tricks Niña and the armadillo into finding the black bird statue, the friends practice using the words “pájaro negro” (black bird), colors, and many other useful phrases.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. What is behind the mystery curtain that no one wants to pick? You will find out while practicing numbers.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. While watching the wolf blow down two houses, the friends help us review the learned vocabulary.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. The friends have lots of fun at school using different shapes to make designs.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Finds María and Salvador using vocabulary related to family and birthday as they try to surprise their sister Carmen.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. The cat, the rat, and the wolf create a big fiasco when they try to help Mama Bear come up with nine apples for her fruit empanadas.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. The friends help the children practice the word “cookie” and name body parts.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Knowing the word “dance” helps Carmen deal with The Three White Hat Bandits!
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Who will be the next quiz show champions? The children will have fun finding out while they review the learned vocabulary.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Stresses the word “cake” and the expressions “I like” and “I am hungry” as Big Dog tells a mysterious story about disappearing food.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. When four trains decide to have a race, the persistent attitude of the smallest one makes it a winner.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. Presents a story about a train, three bears, three bandits, and an ice cream robbery.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. While everyone practices the words “shoes” and “feet,” the monster searches and finds the perfect dancing shoes and a dashing dance partner.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. A scheming wolf allergic to flowers helps the children practice colors and learn new vocabulary words.
Using puppets, familiar stories, humor, and repetition, this episode of the award-winning Salsa series offers children an opportunity to learn Spanish while developing Hispanic cultural awareness. The wolf overeats and finds himself in a quandary. In the meantime, he and the children learn to use expressions of courtesy and gratitude.
Santo, the silver-masked superhero, confronts the Martian invaders with the help of his friend, Professor Odorica. The Martian leader, Argos, will destroy Earth with his "astral eye." Can Santo find the space ship, rescue the humans, and save the planet on time?
Explains that scoliosis is a medical condition that causes the spine to curve sideways. Identifies spinal curvature problems that result from scoliosis. Emphasizes the importance of early detection and describes several effective treatments. Intended for showing to school children before scoliosis screening.
This program informs viewers of a wide range of means for birth control, which includes over-the-counter, and prescription methods, as well as surgical procedures. Reproductive anatomy and physiology are briefly explained, and illustrations help to show how each method works to prevent pregnancy. The advantages and disadvantages of each method are discussed, as well as their effectiveness. It also deals with the use of latex condoms for preventing the spread of AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases.
The first in a set of three instructional videos that teach basic sign language through Spanish and English. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language or Signed English and presented in a bilingual format. Introduces signs related to animals, school, colors and insects.
The second in a set of three instructional videos that teach basic sign language through Spanish and English. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language or Signed English and presented in a bilingual format. Introduces signs related to family, festivities and action verbs.
The third in a set of three instructional videos that teach basic sign language through Spanish and English. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language or Signed English and presented in a bilingual format. Introduces signs related to food, feelings, and questions.
An instructional video that teaches basic sign language through Spanish and English. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language or Signed English and presented in a bilingual format. Dramatizes a visit to the audiologist's office and presents common phrases and signs related to hearing loss. Explains the importance of understanding the treatment, causes, and types of hearing loss.
The second in the three-part series, Libros en Accion, that teaches basic sign language through Spanish. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language or Signed English. Three children's stories are read in Spanish and signed. Vocabulary is reviewed after each story. Stories included are: Primer dia de escuela, La hora de compartir, and El equipo de baloncesto de Daniel.
The last in the three-part series, Libros en Accion, that teaches basic sign language through Spanish. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language or Signed English. Three children's stories are read in Spanish and signed. Vocabulary is reviewed after each story. Stories included are: El festival, Cinco de Mayo, and La Navidad.
The third in a set of three instructional videos that teach basic sign language through Spanish and English. Geared toward Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language (ASL) or Signed English (SE). Presented in a bilingual format. Introduces fingerspelling and signs related to going out, questions, and other ideas.
Describes the importance of having an understanding of the rules and logic behind traffic control signs, signals, and markings. This information can alert drivers to upcoming changes in traffic and road conditions.
In 1986, Ometepe Island in Nicaragua and Bainbridge Island in Washington State united in sisterhood to mutually benefit their communities. Initiatives such as the creation and sale of calendars by American children, the production and marketing of organic coffee by adults from both islands, the access to clean drinking water, and student exchanges have helped develop closer ties between the cities while promoting the well-being of their citizens. Narrations and interviews detail the successful cooperative projects.
Explains the effects that the Spanish conquest and colonization had on South America, illustrating how Spain’s history and culture still remain alive in the continent. Presents a look at 21st century life in five South American cities: Caracas, Cartagena, Guayaquil, Lima, and Santiago. Describes the most important political, social, and economical features of each.
Explains the importance of the Roman influence in the development of the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in Spain. Describes the Romanization of Spain’s political, social, and cultural systems as well as the different Roman contributions that helped provide the foundation for the country, many of which have been inherited and preserved by all Hispanic nations.
Offers parents practical advice on the importance of helping their children develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills from an early age. Describes numerous activities, and illustrates the steps needed to implement them. The activities, which include the use of songs, rhymes, discussions of daily life, and readings from an early age, may take place anywhere and in any language.
Hosts of a call in program respond to teenage students' questions on anger. Discusses the emotion of anger and the complications that can arise when reacting to this feeling. Presents how anger develops, how it is manifested, and pragmatic and healthy ways to implement anger management.
Hosts of a call in program respond to pre-teen and teenage students' questions about peer pressure. Defines the terms "peer group" and "peer pressure" and explains that peer pressure has both positive and negative influences. Discusses ways that peer pressure can be harmful. Provides strategies for avoiding risky situations.
A group of middle school students discuss the concepts of self-esteem and self-reliance with their guidance counselor. Identifies seven basics of self-confidence: recognizing and reflecting, building relationships, acting friendly to yourself, taking responsibility, setting goals, developing realistic expectations, and taking action.
Hosts of a call in program respond to pre-teen and teenage students' questions about image and identity. Discusses hormonal changes for both boys and girls. Emphasizes there is a wide range of possible reactions and responses to growing up. Promotes decision- making based on facts and information. Helps students identify self-defeating thoughts, behaviors, and actions.
Hosts of a call in program respond to teenage students' questions on media advertising and pressure. Defines sex and gender roles and shows how commercialism manipulates the media messages that surround us. Raises awareness so middle school students will be able to make more informed decisions regarding their own choices.
Hosts of a call in program respond to teenage students' questions on sexual issues. Provides overview of the male and female reproductive systems. Discusses healthy relationships, peer pressure, communication, drawing the line, pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Emphasizes making decisions based on facts and information. NOTE: Animated diagrams of male and female reproductive systems.
An Italian folktale about a wise old woman with a magic pasta pot. Disaster ensues when she leaves her foolish helper alone with the pot and he tries to show the people in the village how it works. Animated version of the book by Tomie de Paola.
Explains that discipline is "teaching children to behave in socially acceptable ways." Offers a variety of techniques for parents to use with their children that teach responsible behavior and self-control without damaging a child's self-esteem. Presents several situations for discussion.
Explains the importance of good communication skills in families. Offers practical suggestions through segments modeling both effective and ineffective ways to communicate.
Describes the characteristics of children with high self-esteem. Shows how harsh words affect children. Offers parents ten practical suggestions for enhancing self-esteem in their children. Discusses the need to create positive habits in order for children to grow in all aspects of life.
Provides basic information about the sun, the harm too much sunlight can cause, and ways to protect from sunburn and permanent damage to skin, eyes, and the immune system. Includes advice about using sunscreen, dressing wisely, staying away from the midday sun, and checking for early signs of skin cancer.
Sylvester is a donkey who collects pebbles. One day he finds a magic pebble that makes wishes come true. Meeting a hungry lion, a frightened Sylvester wishes to be a rock, then becomes one! His parents are inconsolable until one day when they are picnicking on the "rock," and Sylvester returns to his former self. Based on the book by William Steig.
Explores how ears work and how ears help us communicate with the world. Explains common ear problems, including blockage, infection, and hearing impairment. Discusses symptoms of these conditions and introduces doctor's diagnostic tools. Emphasizes healthy habits and stresses not to put anything in your ears smaller than your elbow. Talks about how children with hearing loss communicate and learn.
Explores how eyes work and how eyes help us understand the world. Explains how safe behaviors and healthy habits can prevent illness and injury to eyes. Discusses what to expect from an eye examination and other eye tests. Talks about how visually impaired children walk with a white cane and read Braille.
Introduces the social and health aspects of good personal hygiene. Demonstrates the correct way to wash hands and bathe, as well as how to take care of hair and nails. Discusses the importance of wearing sunscreen, protecting skin from bumps, bites and itches, and keeping hair and nails clean and groomed.
Targets the proper way for children to care for their teeth. Considers the toothbrush and toothpaste, the best brushing style, and the use of dental floss. Visits a dentist's office, and meets the people who work there. Ends with safety tips.
Presents practical approaches for properly and comfortably lifting, holding, and carrying newborns. Features instructions and hints for diapering, cleaning boys and girls, dressing the baby, taking care of the umbilical cord, and protecting infants while they sleep. Shows close-ups of diaper-changing.
Explores the different emotions children of various ages may experience when there is an addition to their family. Describes numerous ideas to gradually help children prepare and adjust to the newborn’s arrival. Provides suggestions for sibling interaction to develop healthy relationships.
Taken from the pages of a diary, this film shows how the inexperience, the excessive liberties, and the lack of warmth in a family can turn the life of an adolescent into a valley of tears.
Caterpillar brags to everyone that when she grows up, she'll turn into something else. The other animals are unimpressed except for Polliwog. He's excited about the idea of change and waits patiently for Caterpillar to emerge from her cocoon as a beautiful butterfly. But while he is waiting, Polliwog does some changing of his own. An animated version of the book by Jack Kent.
Two friends from feuding towns, Carmen and Alicia, respective sisters of two "Charros," Luis and Demetrio, manage to escape from their boarding school to attend the annual festival of the competing towns. They make a deal to meet at the festival and conquer each other's brother before they have to go back to school. Will their plan work?
Exciting story of a school trip to a peaceful farm that turns wild when Jimmy's pet snake, a boa constrictor, escapes. Animated version of the book by Trinka Hakes Noble.
Provides a glimpse into the history of Deaf Hispanic Americans. Profiles eight famous Deaf Hispanic Americans: Angel Ramos, Robert Davila, Tomas Garcia, Marc Apodaca, Mark Morales, Marta Ordaz, Yolanda Rodriguez, and Ramon Rodriguez. Shares two deeply personal and often hysterical stories by Mark Morales about growing up Deaf and Hispanic in the United States. Allows viewers to color pictures of Deaf Hispanic Americans on screen or print and color them. Views in English or Spanish text and/or in American Sign Language. Minimum system requirements: Windows 98 or higher; Pentium III, 600MHz (or higher); CDROM drive
Explores the origins of slavery in America and its impact on history. Topics include historical background, major events of the Civil War, Civil War personalities, and the legacy and aftermath of that conflict. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
Vashti says she can't draw anything in art class, but her teacher encourages her. Vashti's single, defiant dot, which her teacher frames and hangs, leads her to experiment with different colors and sizes of dots. At the school art show, she wins praise for her creativity. Self-esteem restored, Vashti encourages a younger student. Based on the book by Peter Reynolds.
Presents the background, causes, personalities, and major events of the Revolution of 1776. Also looks at the results of the first American Revolution and the government that emerged. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
This documentary traces the origin of Mexico’s commonly overlooked African population and shows the influence that African culture has had on the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, Campeche, Morelos, and Veracruz. Included are excerpts from an interview with "the father of Afro-Mexican studies," anthropologist Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán. The “forgotten root,” or African influence, is an integral part of the Mexican identity.
This new world atlas is the best tool for learning about world geography. It is an interactive atlas that shows the globe with more clarity and details than the most comprehensive printed atlas available. By using the zoom function, the user can get a closer look of country maps, or plans of specific regions. Photos, culture and traditions of each country are included. Equipment required for Windows: PC compatible with Pentium 133 MHz (166 MHz recommended) 32MB RAM, CD-ROM player, sound card, 256 color monitor, speakers or headphones, Microsoft Windows 95/98.
It's a fascinating trip around the world. Through hundreds of drop-down windows and animations, the user can easily understand the mysteries of geography, cartography, trips, climbing mountains, and discovering animals and plants which inhabit jungles and forests. PC REQUIREMENTS Windows: PC compatible 486DX 8 MB RAM (Win 95), CD-ROM, sound card, 256 color monitor, Microsoft Windows 3.1 or later.
A poor veteran finds a magic hat which changes his life. Based on the book written and illustrated by Tomi Ungerer. Animation.
The film revolves around a tragic love affair that bridges the causes of, and the early years of the Mexican Revolution.
This new version includes a new and more advanced interface and features a higher level of interactivity, which takes the user into an exciting adventure through human anatomy. The exploration will take you all the way from the epidermis to the inner part of a cell, in a very innovating way. Equipment required for Windows: 486DX-compatible PC with 12MB RAM (Win 95), 16 MB (Win 98), 8 MB of available hard disk space, CD-ROM player, sound card, 256 color monitor, speakers or headphones, Microsoft Windows 95/98. Equipment required for MAC: 68LC040 25 MHz Processor, 8 MB RAM, 8 MB of available hard disk space, CD-ROM player, 256 color monitor, System 7.0+.
Discusses workplace hazards. Outlines general principles that can help employees prevent these hazards from causing serious injuries and deaths: 1) Always be aware of potential hazards, 2) Understand the machines and operations in work areas, and 3) Take time to think about the possible consequences of actions. Features several incidences that illustrate the consequences of not being aware. Topics includes hazards presented by gravity, moving vehicles and machinery, flying debris, automated equipment, and contact with stationery hazards.
Three hens quarrel about which of them is the most beautiful. Unable to settle their dispute, they ask the king for his opinion. He offers to make a princess of the one who lays the most wonderful egg. After they produce three spectacular but very different eggs, the king declares all three of them princesses. Animated version of the book by Helme Heine.
Inexperience, excessive liberties and the lack of warmth in a family turn the happiness and well-being of a young woman into a torrent of tears.
A young boy builds a snowman, and during the night, it comes to life. Their adventures begin in the boy's home and continue with a visit to Santa Claus. When the boy wakes up the next morning to a sunny day, the snowman is gone. Based on Raymond Briggs' classic story. NOTE: Beginning differs from Briggs' book.
Uses the original illustrations from the book of the same title by Ezra Jack Keats to express a small boy's delight in the silent wonder of a city covered with snow.
Two Mexican-American folk tales: “The Tracks” tells the story of a bus full of children that died at a railroad crossing in San Antonio, TX. It is rumored that if a car is parked or stalls on the railroad tracks that the spirits of the children who died will push the car off the tracks. “The Wise Stones” tells of three sisters who inherit farmland from their father. The eldest can only grow stones because of her anger at having to work hard. Six games follow each folk tale. (English, Spanish, and ASL.) PC REQUIREMENTS: Pentium 60 or higher processor, Windows 3.1 or later, 8MB RAM, 20MB free hard disk space, 4X CD-ROM drive, 256-color VGA display.
Explores the impact of history on the daily lives of the American people. Topics include changing life styles, the rise of the cities, civil rights, and communications for people and industry. Features questions for discussion and further study at the end of each part.
Beautiful songs by the trio, Los Panchos, and an intensely romantic story make this film a prototype of the rural melodrama. Maria and Agustin have grown up in the same town and have been friends. Maria's wealthy and cynical father, Fabian, opposes the friendship and ends up killing Agustin's father. This is the beginning of a fateful relationship.
Gives the novice an overview of the methods for tinting paints to match colors. Provides the experienced painter with step-by-step techniques to improve efficiency. Teaches this skill using the three Ps to success: planning, preparation and performance.
When Janet confronts the question of whether to smoke a cigarette, she receives guidance from an intergalactic visitor, Ambassador Lucia. Together they examine the negative effects of smoking and raise questions about why some young people choose to smoke. Ambassador Lucia also guides Janet through the process of decision-making, coaches her on assertiveness skills, and suggests healthy ways to cope with stress.
A child loses his mother and is left homeless. He must fend for himself to survive and, with other homeless children, he lives in abandoned trains until he is caught. He is put into an orphanage until he is grown. When he leaves, he has trouble finding work and becomes involved with several women.
Uses the three Ps: planning, preparation and performance to determine what is necessary to complete the final steps in sanding and polishing a vehicle after painting.
Explore the basic elements of pregnancy, labor, and childbirth in four chapters. Observe Deborah’s experience from the beginning to the end of the childbirth process. Learn techniques to alleviate the pain of labor. Includes graphic depictions of childbirth.
Uses the three Ps: planning, preparation and performance to show step-bystep how to analyze and assess damage to a vehicle. Introduces the principles of the leverage wheel and explains how to look for direct and indirect damage.
Shows step-by-step the process of body damage correction using the three Ps: planning, preparation and performance. Requires knowledge of damage analysis and damage measurement. Reviews the concept of the leverage wheel.
Uses the three Ps: planning, preparation and performance to show step-bystep how to measure a vehicle with the dedicated system and the universal measuring system. Uses two identical undamaged 1990 Volvos to demonstrate the proper methods for setting up each measuring system and to illustrate the principles of measuring.
Designed to assist Latino parents of deaf children who use American Sign Language (ASL) or Signed English (SE). More than fifty war-related vocabulary words are introduced in four lessons. The words, both in English and Spanish, are reviewed using practice sentences. Concludes with a receptive test to measure progress.
Presented in a culturally sensitive manner, three Latino families share their children's birth stories. The topics covered include: information on the different stages of labor, pain relief, and relaxation techniques.
When members of a band are confronted with a health assignment on hygiene, they decide to respond with a song, composing words and music that will inspire young viewers to stay clean and healthy. Topics include bathing, handwashing, care of teeth, hair, and nails, and the importance of clean, neat clothing.
In the town of San Andres, Chihuahua, are three children who are friends, Cecilia, Miguel, and Cruz. As the years go by, a young Miguel, flamboyant and fancy free, gets Ana Maria pregnant. She dies and leaves the baby to her brother, who turns out to be Cruz! Cecilia is secretly in love with Cruz. When Cruz discovers that Miguel was his sister’s secret lover, they must duel. This is the movie that brought Pedro Infante, Mexico’s greatest superstar to the screen.
Max misbehaves and is sent to his room without supper. While there, he uses his imagination to sail to the place where the wild things are. Max tames these ferocious creatures and becomes their king, but he misses being loved. He soon finds himself back in his room where supper waits, still hot. Animated version of Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal- winning book.
A cumulative African tale of misadventure begins when Mosquito whispers a lie into Iguana's ears. The chain of events that follow result in an Animal Council meeting where the truth is discovered. Animated version of the Caldecott Medal-winning book by Verna Aardema. Narrated by James Earl Jones.