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CORDUROY
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CORDUROY
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VH896 VHS videocassette, N-P, 16, C VH753 VHS videocassette, J-S, 104, C
Corduroy is a loveable stuffed bear who waits patiently on a Starring Richard Chamberlain. Grand treatment of the classic
department store shelf for somebody to take him home. (WW, swashbuckler about a man who escapes from prison and searches
1985) for a hidden treasure. (GA,)
COSMIC ODYSSEY: 21ST CENTURY COSMOS
COURTING
VH2667 VHS videocassette, JS, 45
This program probes questions of cosmology with international
VH3499
VHS videocassette, IJH, 60, C
astronomers to refine our understanding of how stars and galaxies Nightingales and whales sing. Hamsters and moose lay perfumed
are formed, if the universe is flat or curved, and how and why the messages. Like humans, animals can become a little crazy when
universe will continue to expand. (L.VIDE, 1)
looking for a mate. (TRIALS OF LIFE) (TRIALS OF LIFE) (Ambrose
Video, 1991)
COSMIC ODYSSEY: EXTREME ASTRONOMY
VH2664 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 COVER-UP, THE (#4)
In this program, rare but spectacular catastrophes caused by VH1638 VHS videocassette, JR-HS, 30, C
high-energy radiation−such as supernovas, stars in collision and Brings attention to the fact that there are abused children of all
planets falling into black holes−are glimpsed through the advanced ages. This program is an insightful beginning for discussion on
technology of x-ray telescopes and gamma-ray satellites, teaching abuse, social responsibility, legal issues and confidentiality.
us more about our universe. (L.VIDE, 1) (DEGRASSI JR. HIGH) (DEGRASSI JR. HIGH) (Direct Cinema,
COSMIC ODYSSEY: HUBBLE'S HERITAGE
1987)
VH2665 VHS videocassette, JS, 45
This program takes a closer look at the Hubble Space Telescope,
CRACK
from its beginning as a flawed engineering nightmare to its
VH1294
VHS videocassette, J-S, 28, C
evolution, through corrective optics, into humanity's eyes on the A brand-new program, moderated by Phil Donahue, that draws on
universe. Students see some astonishing images captured by the the experiences of "crack" users and of those who counsel and
telescope through the years and learn of their significance to treat them. (FFH,)
astronomers. (L.VIDE, 1)
CRACK: THE BIG LIE
COSMIC ODYSSEY: STELLAR EVOLUTION VH1453 VHS videocassette, I-J-S, 23, C
VH2668 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 A dramatization designed to show students ways they might be
Stars undergo an astonishing sequence of changes. Telescopic pressured into trying crack; how crack affects people physically,
ultrasound−a camera sensitive to infrared light−monitors prenatal socially, emotionally and financially. (Disney,)
suns incubating inside clouds of hydrogen gas and newborn
protostars emitting ultraviolet energy. What happens to stars after
CRACK U.S.A.
they die? From supernova explosions to black holes, the demise of
stars leads to new suns, new planets...and possibly new life.
VH370
VHS videocassette, J-H, 42, C
(L.VIDE, 1)
Crack use is an epidemic in America. This program focuses on Palm
Beach County, Florida, once a sleepy resort community which has
COSMIC ODYSSEY: THE CASE FOR MARS
seen entire neighborhoods wiped out by crack. Narrated by actor
VH2669 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 Joe Mantegna, the program shows a cross section of abusers,
The Mars Global Surveyer (MGS) mission produced an accurate map primarily teenagers, who have fallen under the deadly spell of the
of the planet and detected evidence of an ancient ocean. This most addictive and affordable drug in America. (Ambrose Video,
program explores Mars' landscape and compares it to oceans on 1990)
Earth, while asking the question: where will Mars exploration go
next? (L.VIDE, 1) CREATING A POSITIVE CLASSROOM ATMOSPHERE
VH3062
VHS videocassette, T, 28, C
COSMIC ODYSSEY: THE ENIGMA OF VENUS
Underscores the importance of establishing high standards and a
VH2672 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 positive classroom atmosphere as a prerequisite for learning.
This program explores the unique features of Venus, including its (EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT FOR POSITIVE ACHIEVEMENT IN THE
abundant volcanoes, which have been mysteriously inactive for
CLASSROOM) (EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT FOR POSITIVE
hundreds of millions of years. Planetary scientists theorize on the
current state of Venus and speculate about what it can teach us
ACHIEVEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM) (UDI,)
regarding global warming on our own planet. (L.VIDE, 1)
CREATION OF THE UNIVERSE, THE
COSMIC ODYSSEY: THE SEARCH FOR NEW PLANETS
VH2052
VHS videocassette, J-S, 88, C
VH2666 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 This program explores scientific evidence about the origin of the
In this program, `planet hunters' discuss the prospects of finding universe and its evolution over 15 billion years. Written and
`extrasolar' signs of life and what such a discovery could mean. presented by science journalist Timothy Ferris with music composed
(L.VIDE, 1) and performed by Brian Eno. (PBS Video,)
COSMIC ODYSSEY: THE STORY OF COMETS
CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING
VH2670 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 VH3225 VHS videocassette, IJ, 13, C
Comets are a natural phenomenon more violent than earthquakes, Two boys, curious to know why a pair of crayfish fight, learn the
volcanic eruptions and tornadoes put together. This program three basic steps of problem solving: gather information, form
explores these unpredictable cosmic icebergs, which travel up to
hypotheses, and then test the hypotheses. Do the crayfish fight
one hundred times the speed of sound. (L.VIDE, 1)
because of food? Light? Temperature? (Aims,)
COSMIC ODYSSEY: TRAVELING TO OUTER PLANETS
VH2671 VHS videocassette, JS, 45 CREATIVE REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES IN TODAY'S CHORAL
While we may know a great deal about the planets in our CLASSROOM: RUSSELL ROBINSON
`neighborhood,' the lonely outer stretches of the solar system are VH4119 VHS videocassette, IJS, 50
now targets for a new generation of space missions. This program This program shows practical and innovative rehearsal techniques
introduces students to scientists planning these explorations and for your choral classroom. Suited for choirs of all levels. There are
highlights some of the mysteries they hope to solve. (L.VIDE, 1) helpful hints and ideas for every choral director. (M.TIME, 99)
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