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Volume One, Rocks, Minerals and Fossils, teaches what rocks are and how they are formed. Volume Two, The Scientific Meth... (more)

Volume One, Rocks, Minerals and Fossils, teaches what rocks are and how they are formed. Volume Two, The Scientific Method, teaches how to ask the right questions to find reliable solutions. We solve problems everyday. We also ask questions everyday. In order to best come up with answers for our questions or solve our problems, we use a process. The process known as The Scientific Method gives us a format for engaging in a step-by-step approach to come up with a reasonable solution. (less)

In Volume 1, Electing Our President, learn what it takes to become President of the United States. Also, understand what... (more)

In Volume 1, Electing Our President, learn what it takes to become President of the United States. Also, understand what the electoral college is and how it works. The program takes kids through the entire election process. Volume 2, Understanding the Constitution: This program clearly explains how the president recommends new legislation to the Congress, exercises veto power, the role of his Cabinet, and the president's responsibilities as Commander in Chief of the military. (less)

In 1861, the Civil War was a conflict that threatened to permanently divide the United States. Without President Abraham... (more)

In 1861, the Civil War was a conflict that threatened to permanently divide the United States. Without President Abraham Lincoln's leadership, courage and determination to maintain the Union, our country may have ceased to exist. What was life like for an enslaved person in America? This program explores the daily life and customs of enslaved children and adults from Colonial Times through Emancipation. (less)

Volume One; young viewers will learn how electricity makes our lives easier every day. Because electricity is virtually ... (more)

Volume One; young viewers will learn how electricity makes our lives easier every day. Because electricity is virtually unseen, it is often difficult to understand just where it comes from and how it works. The program presents general information about electricity, as well as concepts regarding atoms and electromagnetism! Volume Two; Magnetism is explored in more depth. By viewing this video, young viewers will further enhance their knowledge about magnetism. (less)

Program begins with a brief history of the people who fought for civil rights and freedoms for all Americans, and explai... (more)

Program begins with a brief history of the people who fought for civil rights and freedoms for all Americans, and explains how their efforts provided the possibility and opportunity that led to the election of President Obama. Viewers will learn how President Obama became the 44th president of the United States and the first African-American president in our country's history. (less)

Volume one features Bailey, an adventurous and inquisitive kid whose curiosity leads him to explore the world. He learns... (more)

Volume one features Bailey, an adventurous and inquisitive kid whose curiosity leads him to explore the world. He learns the way in which weather affects the clothes we wear, our homes, as well as the animals and land all around us. In Volume two, Bailey follows a rainstorm from beginning to end. Through his magical magnifying glass, he comes to understand what happens to cause a rainstorm and why? Bailey learns how people are affected by rain, as he explores the properties of water. (less)

Five volumes on one DVD! The comprehensive, award-winning series immerses you in the life, culture, and history of Ameri... (more)

Five volumes on one DVD! The comprehensive, award-winning series immerses you in the life, culture, and history of America's first people. True-to-life reenactments and archival photos bring the past to life, showing how they gathered food, the weapons they used, and the clothing and shelter of these native people. You will understand the challenges facing these people in their distinctive regions and appreciate their respect for nature. (less)

Volume one: Sound, helps viewers learn the principles of sound, the range of human hearing and significant terms, as the... (more)

Volume one: Sound, helps viewers learn the principles of sound, the range of human hearing and significant terms, as they discover the science behind everyday sounds. Volume Two: Light, features real world demonstrations and colorful graphics to teach the different properties of light, pertinent definitions and how light travels. Learn how different mediums can affect light, resulting in reflection, refraction and absorption. (less)

This live-action program incorporates many research-based learning strategies proven to help young viewers learn and ret... (more)

This live-action program incorporates many research-based learning strategies proven to help young viewers learn and retain science vocabulary. The use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics reinforce comprehension and retention. Kids will fully comprehend the terms 'Kingdom Fungi,' 'Kingdom Monera,' 'Kingdom Plantae,' 'Kingdom Protista,' and 'Kingdom Animalia.' (less)

Incorporates many research-based learning strategies proven to help young viewers learn and retain science vocabulary. T... (more)

Incorporates many research-based learning strategies proven to help young viewers learn and retain science vocabulary. The use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics reinforce comprehension and retention. Kids will fully comprehend what the Food Chain is and see how each living thing uses the next lower member as a source of food. (less)

In this entertaining and information-packed program, children learn that it is okay to feel angry and that there are saf... (more)

In this entertaining and information-packed program, children learn that it is okay to feel angry and that there are safe and appropriate ways to handle anger. Children learn that recognizing their angry feeling is the first step towards handling anger and that they can be in charge when they are able to b1scatch their angry feelings. Viewers are also shown that talking about their angry feelings to a friend or grown-up that they trust can help to make them feel better. (less)

Young children learn strategies that will help them to solve problems in safe and appropriate ways. Each segment combine... (more)

Young children learn strategies that will help them to solve problems in safe and appropriate ways. Each segment combines humorous, animated segments and age-appropriate, live-action scenarios to demonstrate easy-to-understand skills. Each concept and skill is reviewed and reinforced with a memorable music video. (less)

Whether it's work inside the classroom, or play outside the classroom, conflicts can arise. It's natural. This program h... (more)

Whether it's work inside the classroom, or play outside the classroom, conflicts can arise. It's natural. This program helps viewers to learn the skills necessary to foster cooperation, collaboration and compromise in just about any situation. By viewing this program, students will learn specific methods and strategies for getting along. Viewers will understand the importance of respecting other people's differences and ideas, as well as grasp what good communication looks and sounds like. (less)