Presidents' Day  - A Tour of Monticello
A three minute video that shows his home in this tour of Monticello.
How to Solve Word Problems
This video has expert advice from Brian Leaf, M.A., who is the author of McGraw-Hill's 'Top 50 Skills for SAT/ACT Success' series.
Solving Word Problems
This video has expert advice from Brian Leaf, M.A., who is the author of McGraw-Hill's 'Top 50 Skills for SAT/ACT Success' series.
Improving Reading Skills
Reading skills can be improved by doing something as simple as
filling the house with magazines, books, newspapers and other reading materials. An english Specialist shows how to teach children with tips such as how to use a public library to improve their reading.
The Art of Vincent Van Gogh
Understand society's love affair with Vincent Van Gogh with
information from an art historian, critic and curator in this video clip. Vincent Van Gogh's art is extremely popular and important in
today's Western society, as he fulfilled the stereotype of the insane,
genius artist who struggled through his career. (2:55)
Climb the Green Ladder: how sustainability can make you and your company more successful
What strategies can individuals within organisations use to make their organisation more successful and sustainable? Ed Gillespie is the co-founder and creative director of Futerra Sustainability Communications. Futerra arose from the frustration of its co-founders, in the late 1990’s, with the unsophisticated communications around sustainable development, and the dull and worthy messaging of corporate social responsibility. Supported by a grant from the National Endowment for Science, Technol
Some Russia-related links
Over time I've accumulated a lot of Russia-related internet links. I'd like to share some of them with you. As I come across more worthy links I'll update this post. So, if you are interested, bookmark it!
1. The first pick is NY based authentic Russian clothing store. I am planning on ordering from them one of their cute aprons. Children's costumes are precious!
Rusclothing.com
2. Pick #2 is a site
7 Days In A Week - song for young children
This song teaches children to read and/or recite the days of the week and includes social skills and values.
Verb Phrases
This award-winning courses was filmed in the Campbell River area of Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. This clip is the lesson on 'Verb Phrases' from The Basic Cozy Grammar Course. The speaker is on the beach. She defines/explains verb phrases as key words from her explanation appear in type on the screen. She then proceeds to act out verb phrases, and the verb phrases appear in type on the screen. ( 6:48)
J.S. Bach: Life and Works - 1/2
 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.
How Wikis Work
A popular, simple explanation of how wikis work. Explains wiki concepts using the example of planning a camping trip. A "paperwork" video. (3:52)
Avi Interview
Legendary author Avi speaks to Booklist about Poppy and Ereth - his newest and most autobiographical book - as well as how he ended up with his famous name, how his lack of a distinctive style helps him as a writer, his thoughts on how the Newbery Award could improve, and which of his books is the "best."
Joseph R. Bankoff President and CEO, Woodruff Arts Center - IMPACT
September 8, 2010 - IMPACT presents Joseph R. Bankoff, President and CEO, Woodruff Arts Center.
Joseph R. Bankoff joined the Woodruff Arts Center in September 2006 as president and CEO. He has been an active part of the Atlanta arts community for many years. He worked to raise funds for Atlanta Arts Alliance (original name of the Woodruff Arts Center) and the 1983 expansion of the High Museum. He is a charter member of the High and long-time subscriber to the Alliance Theatre. He joined the Atl
Teaching How to Echo Read
Teach children how to echo read with help from an award winning teacher. Learn how echo reading helps teach repetitive phrasing.
Wilt Chamberlain: Basketball Legend Part 1
This ESPN Classic follows the life of Wilt Chamberlain from the beginning to the end of his career. The video shows the interview with the legend where he talks about the highs and lows of his career. (7:19)
Wilt Chamberlain: Basketball Legend
This ESPN Classic follows the life of Wilt Chamberlain from the beginning to the end of his career. The video shows the interview with the legend where he talks about the highs and lows of his career.
Wilt Chamberlain: Basketball Legend Part 3
This ESPN Classic follows the life of Wilt Chamberlain from the beginning to the end of his career. The video shows the interview with the legend where he talks about the highs and lows of his career. Run time 6:12
The Legend Of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Part 3
This video follows the basketball legend from the beginning of his career to the end. During his career with the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers from 1969 to 1989, Abdul-Jabbar scored more points than any player in league history and won a record six MVP Awards and six NBA championships. In college at UCLA, he played on three championship teams, and his high school team won 71 consecutive games.
Dan Marino: Football Legend Part 2
This video shows Dan Marino from his College days to his NFL days. Marino is an American Hall of Fame former quarterback who played for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. The last quarterback of the Quarterback Class of 1983 to be taken in the first round, Marino became one of the most prolific quarterbacks in league history, holding or having held almost every major NFL passing record. He talks about the highs and lows of his career.
Spinning Yarn: Hand Spinning Wool with a Wheel
This video is an overview of spinning yarn. It is an introductory video for anyone interested in this hobby and possible career.(1:41)
