Simon Schama's Power of Art - Rothko, part 7 of 7
This video is an extensive, well-done BBC documentary about the American painter, Mark Rothko, who is considered an abstract expressionist. Re-enactments of the artist's life as well as close-up still images of his work.
Why Isn't Pluto a Planet Any More?
Ask An Astronomer, question asked is: Why isn't Pluto a planet any more? Dr. Robert Hurt explains why Pluto got... well... plutoed. Describes how we define the word planet. Explains when planets were discovered, how asteroids were discovered, and how Pluto was discovered. In early 1990's astronomers found items bigger than Pluto. In August 2006, astronomers from all over the world met and decided on a formal definition of a planet-Pluto didn't make it! It is good to know though that even they ma
J.S. Bach: Life and Works - 2/2
Stunningly filmed in locations throughout central Germany, "J.S. Bach: Life and Works" sets a new standard for artful filming of music performance. A rare DVD featuring excellent performances of a variety of Bach works in the context of locations the music was intended for: churches and castles. Includes the first filmed performance on the recently reconstructed Wender organ in Arnstadt where Bach worked early in his career.
King Minus
King Minus is a cute video to introduce or review basic subtraction. The animations are great, and fun. Any early elementary child will love this one!
A-E-I-O-U This song is from the record "What's the Good Word." The video/picture doesn't change. Song starts with a person explaining the letters of the alphabet and what the consonants are and the vowels. Then it proceeds into a song about consonants and vowels. Video could be more interesting if picture changed. Words to the song are hard to hear. Good for early elementary students.
Empires: The Return of the Barbarians - Episode 3 of 3
In this last episode iIsolated from the West, 18th century Edo flourishes culturally and economically, becoming one of the liveliest cities in the world. But foreign forces are coming.
Creative Quotations from F. Scott Fitzgerald
Jazz music accompanies quotations from the works of F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940), alongside a photo of the author. Born on Sep 24, 1896, this American author epitomized, with his writings and lifestyle. the 1920s "Jazz Age" in his novel, The Great Gatsby. 1925. First frame states: "No grand idea was ever born in a conference, but a lot of foolish ideas have died there." (1:25)
Greek Alphabet
This video is to help students in math and science classes learn the Greek alphabet. The pronunciation is the English way of saying the letters in an American accent. It is NOT meant for those actually trying to learn Greek as a foreign language.
History and Functions of the United Nations
The history of the United Nations, as an international organization, has origins which begin in World War II. Since then its aim and activities have expanded to make it the archetypal international body in the early 21st century.
Lois Ehlert Interview
Lois Ehlert's unique children's books, such as Color Zoo, reflect her creative and curious mind. In this exclusive video interview, Lois Ehlert discusses her early love for art and how she continually strives to create highly original children's books. style, a vibrant mix of watercolor and collage, she brings stories to life.
California Flag and Anthem
California’s flag is the historic Bear Flag raised at Sonoma on June 14, 1846, by a group of American settlers in revolt against Mexican rule. The flag was designed by William Todd on a piece of new unbleached cotton. The star imitated the lone star of Texas. A grizzly bear represented the many bears seen in the state. The word, "Cal
Florida Flag and Anthem Florida’s flag is on a white field emblazoned with a red X and the state seal, Florida's flag represents the land of sunshine, flowers, palm trees, rivers and lakes. The seal features a brilliant sun, a cabbage palmetto tree, a steamboat sailing and a Native American Seminole woman scattering flowers. Flag adopted 1899. Their anthem is “Swanee River (Old Folks at Home),” written by Stephen C. Foster.
Indiana State Flag and State Song
The flag of Indiana is shown against a blue sky. The field of the flag is blue with nineteen stars and a flaming torch in gold or buff. Thirteen stars are arranged in an outer circle, representing the original thirteen states; five stars are arranged in a half circle below the torch and inside the outer circle of stars, representing the states admitted prior to Indiana; and the nineteenth star, is larger than the others and represents Indiana. The
Weird US - Grotto of the Redemption
In this excerpt from the History Channel they travel to an amazing shrine in the American heartland, West Bend, Iowa, which is built entirely out of minerals. A conglomeration of nine grottos depicting scenes in the life of Jesus, the Grotto contains a large collection of minerals and petrifications and is believed to be the largest grotto in the world. It is also "considered to be the world's most complete man-made collection of minerals, fossils, shells, and petrifications in one place." The t
Plantations of Louisiana
This video offers some views of some of the antebellum plantations of southern Louisiana. The music is called "American Classic" in the royalty free Stack Trax library. There is no narration, just music.
Maine State Flag and State Song Five Star Flags presents the Maine flag flying against the blue sky. The state coat of arms is placed on a blue field. In the center of the shield a moose rests under a tall pine tree. A farmer and seaman represents the work that people did in early times. The North Star represents the state motto: "Dirigo" ("I Direct"). Flag adopted 1909.
The Colors of a River: Pollution and the Upper Mississippi
Friends of the Mississippi River hosted a presentation on Monday, January 29th, 2009 at Augsburg College in Minneapolis: The Colors of a River: Pollution on the Upper Mississippi.
What was the Mississippi River like when only American Indians and early explorers paddled its waters? When did we first begin polluting the Mississippi and how? How bad did it get before anyone did something about it?
Historian and author Dr. John O. Anfinson of the
Casinos in Biloxi, Mississippi
Late in the 20th century, Mississippi, poorest state in America and wracked by near terminal poverty, unemployment, and hurricanes, turned a favorable eye to lady luck, or at least the economic benefits of organized gaming. It all started on the beaches of Mississippi's Gulf coast. Travel with Bennett-Watt and learn about the history, laws, and economic benefits of the casinos in Biloxi, Mississippi. Run time 04:07.
New Mexico State Flag and State Song The flag is shown against the blue sky. The yellow field and red symbol colors are the colors of Spain. There is a red sun with rays stretching out from it. There are four groups of rays with four rays in each group. This is an ancient sun symbol of a Native American people called the Zia. They believed the giver of all good gave gifts in groups of four. The gifts are: the four directions - north, east, south and west
President Jimmy Carter - "Crisis of Confidence" Speech
President Carter speaks to Americans about the "crisis of confidence" in American government, values, and way of life.(This is only the first part of the speech.)
