Prefixes and Suffixes
The slide show presents a prefix or a suffix and the definition. The student narrator uses a word with the prefix in a sentence and simple animations clarify the sentence. (4:44)
Synonyms - Humongous Synonym Song
This song, in the style of old fashioned operettas, talks about the meaning of the word humongous and mentions a  number of synonyms (and a few antonyms) for the word. Each word is spelled out on the screen as it is sung in the song. Produced by PBSkids for the learn to read series, "Between the Lions." (1:24)
Antonyms or Opposites
Slideshow of common household opposites. For example, one soft chair, a hard chai, then the two chairs are shown together. Words accompany the photos of opposites. (2:11)
Idioms Video explains what idioms are, they are expression that do not have a precise meaning. Learn these English expressions to make your speaking more colorful. Video gives examples of idioms and explains what they mean. The video uses a narrator and some graphics. Some of the explanations may be difficult for students to understand and need additional explanations.(2:54)
English Vocabulary-Lesson 5-Idioms Related to Colors
This video discusses idioms and sayings related to colors-"pass with flying colors", "show one's true colors", and "to be in the red". This video not only explains what the idiom means but where it originated. The video narrator does not supply much depth to the lessons and images would be of value.(5:14)
English Vocabulary-Lesson 4-Idioms About Driving
Vocabulary for the advanced English language learner. Lesson 4 topic: Idioms and sayings about driving-"backseat driver", "road hog", and "running on empty" The narrator demonstrates the idioms, but does not offer much depth. (2:58).
Long 'E" Words - Chicken Jane and the Bees - Between the Lions
In this animated cartoon video, which imitates the style of old "Dick and Jane" beginner books; Dot, Scot, and Chicken Jane tell a story of some bees. The long 'e' sound made by 'ee' is emphasized in this read along story. The words are shown on the screen and highlighted as they are read so viewers can follow along. Produced by PBSkids for the learn to read series, "Between the Lions." (1:29)
Gradation within Christianity
This video shows the answer to the second question in the interview to George Gallup. "How would you parcel Amercian Religion experience, how would you divide the population?" Gallup explains the gradation of denomiations within Christianity.
The Cult of Hades
This 2:35 video is aobut the followers of Hades, the Greek god of the Underworld, and that followers are believed to have worshipped at a cave site at Eleusis, Greece. Very good video. Excellent use of images.
What Is a Transgenic Plant?
This 2:45 minute long video explains that a transgenic plant is a plant that has been crossed with another plant and expresses qualities of a stronger, more drought-resistant plant. Students could try this type of experiment in class.
Land Of The Tiger - Monsoon Forests, Part 2
This documentary, which is suitable for older elementary, middle school, and high school students, explores the wildlife of the Indian subcontinent living in the rainforest. 9:50
How Would You describe Greenland's Tundra?
Interview on physical composition and social science attributes of Greenland’s tundra, including teacher’s personal observations from this polar region. Run time 02:28.
Counting Down From Twenty Song
In this animated video children will practice counting down from 20. Students will enjoy the cute song. The numbers appear on the screen as they are said.The lyrics repeat themselves several times. (3:12)
Setting Up Shop
This video is useful in teaching students how to count money. The students in the video have to buy items in a store without spending all of their money while still getting enough items for everyone.
Working with Fractions - Answers to the Quiz Questions
This video gives step-by-step answers and explanations to a fraction quiz that can be found at www.videomathtutor.com. (Basic Math Lesson 6). The instructor uses a white board and magnets to help aid in the explanation of each problem. Problems including reducing and simplifying fractions, illustrating basic fractions, changing improper fractions into mixed numbers, LCM, comparing fractions, converting fractions into decimals, converting decimal
Rational Inequalities, Part 1
In an easy conversational tone, the instructor uses the computer screen as his 'blackboard' (and different colors to emphasis his points) to demonstrate two ways to solve a rational inequality (or an inequality involving a fractional expression).
Learning How to Solve for X Using Addition & Subtraction
This video advancese beyond an introduction to algebra and
shows how to solve for an "x" value using addition or subtraction,
then checking your value for "x" by balancing an equation. Examples are shown on a whiteboard with marker to solve problems.
Joshua Chapter 9 - New International Version of the Bible
This video contains a high quality narration of The Book of Joshua, Chapter 9, from the New International Version of the Bible. Scriptures read by professional voice actors, along with good music and sound effects. No moving images.
Joshua Chapter 13 - New International Version of the Bible
This video contains a high quality narration of The Book of Joshua, Chapter 13, from the New International Version of the Bible. Scriptures read by professional voice actors, along with good music and sound effects. No moving images.
What Is Cellular Respiration?
Cellular respiration is the chemical reaction that helps a person
to turn the sugar in food into energy. Find out how cellular respiration
is related to photosynthesis with information from a science teacher in
this video.
