Computer Animated Moon Orbiting Earth
This is a very short video of a computer generated moon and Earth. The video demonstrates how the moon orbits Earth in relation to Earth's equator. This would be helpful to show students how the moon orbits Earth. No audio. Run time 10 seconds.
Dan Phillips Phoenix Commotion Paradigm (2 of 3)
Dan Phillips of Huntsville, Texas is a catalyst for a new
way of building houses for low-income populations out of recycled building materials.
His organization, Phoenix Connection, has brought back homesteading for many
poor people to increase security, pride of accomplishment, and quality of life,
while saving the environment.
Nina Simone singing "Feelings" by Neil Simon
This video is Nina singing live at the Montreux Jazz Festival (1976). It shows her personality and genius. (10:27)
Surviving Deadly Everest
January 11, 2008—Climbing to the top of the world is an often fatal quest. But for many climbers, reaching the peak is a thrill like no other. (6:54)
Ascaris Dissection Video
Dissection of a parasitic worm. Overview of the process and identification of the major features of the Ascaris. Would make a good pre-lab video or a comparative video for use with an earthworm dissection. The video uses lecture format (for background information) and a lab demonstration. 6:30 min.
What is the Cardiovascular System?
An animated explanation of the cardiovascular system that might be appropriate for younger viewers as it is animated; however, even older viewers can learn much as there is a great amount of detail in certain parts. Key vocabulary words include: heart, blood vessels, oxygen, carbon dioxide, right atrium, left atrium, ventricle, valve, blood pressure, systolic pressure, and diastolic pressure.Run time 04:27
Alexander Graham Bell Biography, Part IV
This is an animated biography of Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Alexander Graham Bell Biography, Part III
This is an animated biography of Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children. Run time 01:46
Alexander Graham Bell Biography, Part II
This is an animated biography of Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Mission District- San Francisco
Travel through San Francisco's Mission District and see how immigrants have shaped the cultural identity of this famous neighborhood.
Rhythms of New York
This is a tour of the street life of New York City. See what New Yorkers see on a daily basis while living in "the city"-New York.
Rome's Ancient Neighborhood
Have you ever wondered what the Roman's of today are really like? In this video, you will meet the true Romans of Rome in the neighborhood of Trastevere. This video provides a good description of communities in transition. (02:44)
Pocahontas Biography, Part III
This is NOT the animation from the well-known studio. This is an animated biography of Pocahontas from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Christopher Columbus, Part VII
This is an animated biography of Christopher Columbus from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Columbus First Voyages
During the Middle Ages, Europeans knew little, if anything, about the existence of the Americas. Columbus became caught up in the excitement and read many books on navigation and geography. He eventually devised a plan to find a westward route to Asia. In 1484, he presented his plan to King John II of Portugal but was denied financial support. He spent years asking the rulers of various countries, including France and England, for assistance before Spain’s Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand fin
Columbus voyage and escape from mutiny
Christopher Columbus's last voyage. After 60 days at sea, his crew was threatening mutiny. Columbus asked for 3 more days to find land. On 10/11/1492 he claimed the New World. Video is misnamed as Vikings. Not much to this Columbus video, but the ones that follow flesh out his exploration. Leave the video to run a while while new videos load. Content is on bottom of page.
Christopher Columbus Sets Sail (2:03)
This is a brief overview of what Columbus did on his first journey. The video also tells how on subsequent trips he found less of interest to the Spanish monarchs who had sponsored him. This is a brief overview of why his exploits are considered important by some. It does not go into much detail about the trips, treatment of the natives, or his work in the New World. Let the video run and there is a following video that goes into more detail, including his landing after the crew threatens to mut
Marian Anderson-Rare Footage Singing 'Ave Maria'
Vintage film of Marian Anderson with Leopold Stokowski in 1944.
The Verb "To Be"
A video that presents the main uses of the verb TO BE. It includes the verb forms in the different tenses and several examples-Affirmative, negative and interrogative. There is also reference to the use with modal verbs such as CAN, MUST etc. Some more examples would be useful (Running Time 3:27).
The Five Senses
This student-made, informational video aids children in learning the five senses and locating the body parts associated with the senses. Run time 02:51.
