Part 4 - Books, Writing and Creativity
Encouraging children to be creative and helping them enjoy books and writing. Part 4 of 6, by Australian author Peter E. Taylor. He discusses and reads excerpts from old books for children by various authors andMore information can be found at: www.writing-for-children.com
Ronald Reagan
This video segment provides a comprehensive overview of the Reagan
Presidency. It discusses Reagan's policies regarding federal government,
the budget, tax cuts, military spending, and nuclear competition with
the Soviet Union.
Giant Stars
View some of the biggest stars in the known universe in this narrated 3D animation. (01:26)
Properties of Multiplication
This video indicates it is for pre-algebra, however this video would be good for anyone who is review mulitiplication and its properties. This video begins with showing the Commutative Property for Multiplication, which states when two numbers are switched they will have the same product. An example is given with three numbers, this is done from left to right (order of operations). Then they switch what is mulitiplied first the product is the same, this is the Associative Property for Mulitiplic
Facts about Florida
This video is about the state of Florida. Students in the video present many facts about the Florida with pictures of Florida. (Amateur video)
The Great Mystery of the Castle in Florida (Part 2)
It all revolves around the mysteries of Coral Castle which is located in Homestead, Florida. It is a truly great structure because of the fact that it was built by one man named Mr. Edward Leedskalnin who in fact was a Latvian man. He was quite short and small as well. He was, in fact, 5 feet tall, weighed only 100 pounds, and he designed the entire structure by himself. This is a documentary all about this amazing creation of one man. Video is good quality and has information for st
Nevada
Video about the state of Nevada. Fourth grade students present facts and pictures of Nebraska for a school project.
Nevada-History Channel-The States
Part 1 of 2 video about Nevada. Video gives interesting facts about the state and shows many facts. (4:42)
New Hampshire State Flag and Song
Video of the New Hampshire flag flying against the blue sky, with "Old New Hampshire" playing in the background. "Old New Hampshire" is the New Hampshire state song
Texas-History Channel-The States
Short video about the state of Texas. Video gives good facts and shows good pictures of the state. (2:35)
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park - With over 250 active hot springs, amongst them Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park is home to some of nature's most amazing wildlife and rare geological phenomenon. Yellowstone was the first National Park in the United States. (02:13)
Words With Short E Song - Hooked on Phonics
This animated video includes a blues song focusing on words that contain short "e." Many different short e words are presented in the song. Colors is used to highlight the letters. (2:12)
Short "I " Sound Song - Hooked on Phonics
This short animated cartoon video is a song focusing on the sound of short "i." The song repeats the name of the letter and its sound, while giving 4 examples of words starting with the letter i. (:51)
Geography of Europe
A brief video about the geography of Europe. (Simulated overhead flight to see the Rhine and Danube rivers.)
How Writers Use Synonyms for Tone and Mood
Recognizing TONE and MOOD when reading is an essential skill needed to fully understand any narrative. You should always try to picture the meaning of the words. This video uses synonyms, idioms and expressions to show HAPPY, SAD and ANGRY. Suitable for fourth-grade and older students.
Learn Latin - Colors
In this video, you will learn the latin words for different colors. While the words are being pronounced clearly in latin, you see the words in english and latin on the screen along with a color square to represent the word.
Tips on Applying for A Job
This video offers tips on how one should apply for jobs.
Conscious Discipline Basics
Searching for a better way to teach or parent children? Dr. Becky Bailey explores the concepts behind the life-changing discipline model called Conscious Discipline®. (5:19)
How Reading and Writing Begin
Tips to help your child develop writing skills.
"Crocodile's Toothache" Poem by Shel Silverstein
This animated video of the poem from the book, Where The Sidewalk Ends, "The Crocodile's Toothache," is narrated by poet Shel Silverstein (Uncle Shelby) himself. A puppet-like digital graphics rendition of the poem for any Silverstein-loving child or adult. London Metropolitan University MA Digital Film and Animation Major Project; Poet/Performer Shel Silverstein, Animator/Director Aida Alemy. with music
