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COLONIAL
AMERICAN ART FROM THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART
LD159
Laser Videodisc, J-H, C
This disc is a compendium of more than 2,600 works spanning
three centuries: it contains over 1,300 paintings by artists ranging
from Gilbert Stuart to Jackson Pollock; 160 sculptures by artists
such as Alexander Calder and Martin Puryear; and more than 800
drawings, watercolors, and prints by John James Audubon,
Winslow Homer and Mark Rothko, among many others. (CAV
format, Level I) (NGA, 1993)
BIOMES-VOL.I:DESERT/TUNDRA
LD128
Laser Videodisc, J-H, 25, C
(#1) Exploring some of the climatic and geographical reasons for the
existence of deserts, this far-ranging documentary details the unique
adaptations of plants and animals to this harsh existence. (#2) The
Tundra gets less than five inches of precipitation each year, low
temperatures all year long, and a short growing season. Special
adaptations that allow plants and animals to survive and prosper in
this harsh region are detailed. (CAV format, Level I) (Coronet,
1989)
ANIMAL LIFE IN A TIDEPOOL
BIOMES:VOL.2:CONIFEROUS FOREST/TROPICAL RAIN FOREST
LD182
Laser Videodisc, I-J, 12, C
LD129
Laser Videodisc, J-H, 25, C
The wonder of life in a tidepool is vividly depicted in this nature
(#1) This program surveys the plants and animals common to the
program, which features exceptional underwater photography.
coniferous forest biome. (#2) Exploring the multitude of life in the
(Level I, CAV format) (Aims, 1992)
tropical rain forest, viewers find that four distinct layers can be
defined which help to explain the great diversity of life. (CAV
ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCE: VOLUME I format, Level I) (Coronet, 1989)
LD155
Laser Videodisc, I-J/H, 26, C
Contains two programs: The Earth's Atmosphere, and Winds and Air BROKEN TREATIES
Currents. (CAV format, Level I) (Coronet, 1985) LD130 Laser Videodisc, J-H, 34, C
A courtroom dramatization set outside the normal boundaries
ATOCHA: QUEST FOR TREASURE
imposed by time and space provides the viewer with an opportunity
LD23
Laser Videodisc, I-J/H, 60, C to hear the issue of Manifest Destiny debated against American
In 1622, the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora do Atocha sank off the Indian claims to open prairies and sacred lands. (CAV format, Level
coast of Florida. In her hold, she carried 40 tons of gold and silver I) (Coronet, 1989)
and some 70 pounds of emerald contraband. Join modern-day
treasure-hunter Mel Fisher who, after a 16-year search, found the CASE OF THE MISSING MYSTERY WRITER
riches so many have sought. (CLV format, Level I) (U.S.Video LD191
Laser Videodisc, I-J, C
Source,)
Students will listen to, view, and read one mystery story while
helping Manuel, Paige and Theo solve another. During their journey,
AUSTRALIA'S IMPROBABLE ANIMALS
the trio reads a mystery to help them become better detectives and
LD16
Laser Videodisc, P-I/H, 60, C
solve the Case of the Missing Mystery Writer. (Level I, CAV format)
Travel to the distant land "down under" for the unforgettable
(NG, 1994)
experience of Australia's Improbable Animals. (CLV format, Level I)
(U.S.Video Source, 1987)
CELLS AND SYSTEMS
LD83
Laser Videodisc, J-H, 20, C
Cells are the basic units of all living things. This program examines
BASIC FRENCH BY VIDEO
the reproduction of single-celled organisms, and demonstrates how
LD2 Laser Videodisc, J-H, 70, C microscopes are useful tools in the study of cells. (Level I,
This video exposes students to a 1,000 word-and-phrase interactive, CAV format) (SCIENTIFIC EYE, THE) (SCIENTIFIC EYE,
vocabulary. Incorporates the lessons into handsome, international THE) (Journal, 1990)
scenes that will help you remember the look, sound and meaning of
basic vocabulary words. (CAV format, Level I) (Taylored Sound,) CHILDREN IN AUTUMN/SPRING/SUMMER/WINTER
LD51
Laser Videodisc, P, CS
BASIC SPANISH BY VIDEO Defines the concept of season. Illustrates some of the ways that
LD1 Laser Videodisc, J-H, 70, C the change of seasons affects plants, animals, and people.
This video exposes students to a 1,000 word-and-phrase Describes seasonal changes in different regions and show that
vocabulary. Incorporates the lessons into handsome, international seasons mean different things in different places. Motivates
scenes that will help you remember the look, sound and meaning of children to observe the seasonal changes in their communities.
basic vocabulary words. (CAV format, Level I) (Taylored Sound,) (CAV format, Level I) (EB, 1981)
BATTLE OF YORKTOWN
LD140
Laser Videodisc, J-H, 30, C
A magnificent examination of the decisive battle of the American
Revolution. (CAV format, Level I) (BFA, 1992)
CHRISTMAS LACE/FIR TREE, THE
LD50
Laser Videodisc, P-H, CS
"Christmas Lace", a charming holiday tale, tells the story of a
special love between a girl and her grandmother. "The Fir Tree",
encourages students to read the Hans Christian Anderson tale of
their own and to write about and draw pictures of it. (CAV format,
Level I) (EB, 1978)
BEGINNINGS: YOU WON'T GET AIDS
LD48
Laser Videodisc, P-I, CS
Following the U.S. Surgeon General's guidelines, this program
CIVIL WAR, THE: UNION AT RISK
provides reassuring, age-appropriate information about AIDS.
LD106
Laser Videodisc, I-J-H, 26, C
Combining colorful animation, live action, and song, the program
This program presents the pre-Civil War differences between
allays children's fears and answers their questions about how AIDS
northern and southern states and establishes the war as a conflict
is spread. It also develops their awareness that they're in control of
over Constitutional interpretation. It also details the events leading
their health. (Level I, interactive, CAV format) (Aims, 1990) up to the war, the reasons the Union prevailed over the Confederacy
and the aftereffects of Civil War on the government and the
BILL VIOLA: SELECTED WORKS citizenry. (CLV format, Level I) (EB, 1989)
LD13
Laser Videodisc, J-H, 55, C
This collection contains four of Viola's most acclaimed video works. COLONIAL AMERICA IN THE 1760'S/TAXATION WITHOUT
These "allegories in the language of subjective perception" illustrate REPRESENTATION
the broad range of invention and technique that Viola brings to bear LD67 Laser Videodisc, I-J/H, 34, CS
upon his singular vision of being in the world. (CAV format, Level I) (Level I, interactive, CAV format) (BIRTH OF A NATION) (BIRTH OF
(Voyager Co.,) A NATION) (AIMS, 1967)
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