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As we continue our history of the Periodic Table organizational system and discovery of the elements, this program examines the elements lithium and beryllium. The characteristics of alkali metals and alkali earth metals are discussed in detail, with the help of graphics and animation demonstrating their similarities and differences. Students will learn why elements are organized into specific groups and their relations to the rows and columns of...

Teach students to have the courage to make a stand against hate, racism, and intolerance. This program shows students the many ways to prevent bullying through compelling and captivating sketches and anti-bullying storylines using real teens. Empower students to take charge if they witness bullying, show students how to be a good bystander, how to stop untrue or harmful messages from spreading, and take a stand against hate, racism and intolerance....

The sky, in fact the whole universe, is expanding, perhaps the result of the Big Bang, an event many cosmologists think took place about 15 billion years ago. The Big Bang Theory, which is the most widely accepted scientific explanation about the origin of the Universe, is a very complex subject. This program looks at the universe and explains the Big Bang theory in a way that is understandable to students.

The Understanding Science series is designed to aid the instructor in explaining difficult scientific concepts in an easy to understand format. Doctor Science, brings the central focus to students in a fun way that is perfect for introducing basic scientific concepts. This program examines the factors affecting cycles & rhythms of living things. Each program includes teaching strategy materials as well as student glossaries of the scientific terminology...

This program provides an overview of the historical development of Long Sleeve Dance, a dance form dating back to the 7th century B.C.E, a time that is known as the Spring-and-Autumn period in Chinese history. It introduces a handful of codified language of Long Sleeve Dance. Highlighted are the long Sleeve dance performances titled The Colors of Water choreographed by WANG Yukün and MIAO Xiaolong and Zhao Jun Departs the Frontier choreographed by...

The Transcendentalists: Teaching Henry David Thoreau offers students and teachers a first of its kind introduction to Thoreau. This program presents convenient and essential information for a first introduction to this famous 19th century American philosopher, writer and Intellect. Each chapter features instructional insights by distinguished scholars. Each educator develops essential information about Thoreau's life and his significant ideas to...

Human minds have been dreaming of the sky and stars since we first became aware of our limitations. Our dreams have propelled us into orbit, and today we are expanding our horizons even further, making plans to build a lunar base and colonize the planet Mars. This program looks at the development of in space technology from building the International Space Station to terraforming Mars and mining the asteroids. Students learn how space exploration...

Strength and stability are important factors in airplane or space vehicle design. Engineers create vehicles that are strong enough to flyEffectively and efficiently by using specific materials and structures that are lightweight and durable. Important decisions are made regarding the materials that are used to make the fuselage, wings, tail, and engine. Many airplane materials are now made of composite materials that are lightweight, yet stronger...

This production chronicles the history of the design and creation of a flag that became the prototype for all of the St. Andrews Cross battle flags carried by Confederate armed forces. The hand-stitched silk flag with gold painted stars was borne by the Fifth Company of the Washington Artillery of New Orleans through the Battles of Shiloh and Perryville. The story of the flag's creation will surprise and delight audiences everywhere. The flag was...

A journey down the east coast's Intracoastal Waterway aboard the Nantucket Clipper begins with an architectural tour of Charleston and a visit to Fort Sumter, and then proceeds onto Beaufort, South Carolina.