PPS Multimedia Library - New Titles and Information
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New "Booktalk" Podcasts!!
Students from Arleta ES review some of their favorite books!
Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0500 -
Inside Mecca (DVD) - H00196
Offers an intimate look at the Muslims' sacred pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca. Identifies the universal principles of Islam and features the personal narratives of pilgrims who make this spiritual journey. Discusses the historical significance of the city of Mecca to both Muslims and non-Muslims and examines the religious significance of this holy hajj for pilgrims from many different countries.
Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500 -
When Fried Eggs Fly (DVD) - H00216
Visionary teacher Bruce Mack makes a commitment to get 162 eight-year-olds in a New York City public school to compose, perform and record original music with their parents. The topic is pressing: saving the environment. Serious rehearsals. No cutting corners. And it has to have a great beat. A film for both kids and adults. When Fried Eggs Fly shows how to beat the odds and get a song made.
Fri, 26 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 -
March of the Penguins (DVD) - H00172
Documents the courtship of penquins, as they journey through the Antarctic in search of true love.
Narrated by Morgan Freeman, this live-action feature documents a year in the life of emperor penguins, capturing one flock's annual trek across the harsh Antarctic terrain to their traditional breeding grounds. Along the journey, viewers will witness how each winter, emperor penguins in their thousands abandon the security of their ocean home and journey onto the frozen ice into a region so bleak, so extreme, it supports no other wildlife at this time of the year.
Fri, 19 Jan 2007 01:30:00 -0500 -
Copyright Law: Internet and Multimedia Education for Schools (DVD) - H00212
This informative, fun and effective presentation utilizes the multimedia resources (compiled on DVD) made available by the Businsess Software Alliance, the Motion Picture Association, Disney, the Recording Industry Association of America and Movie Licensing USA. The instructional video on "Fair Use and Multimedia" very clearly states guidelines for teachers and students in the use of copyrighted material including movies, poetry, music and the Internet.
Fri, 19 Jan 2007 01:00:00 -0500 -
Running on Empty: Teens and Meth (Video) - V09621
Viewers may or may not be familiar with the drug methamphetamines, commonly referred to as "meth", but its popularity is rising steadily among teenagers. This gritty video explains what meth is and how it becomes addictive; Jamie, a young woman, explains in detail how she became involved with meth and how it made her lose out on a big portion of her life. This presentation demonstrates that although our society is fast-paced and hectic, meth is no way to cope with pressure.
Fri, 19 Jan 2007 12:30:00 -0500 -
Autism is a World (DVD) - H00213
Nominated for an Academy Award, "Autism Is A World" is a rare look at this disability through the words of a young woman named Sue, who lives with it. This documentary takes the viewer on a journey into her mind, her obsessions, and her world. The documentary explores autism from the most authentic perspective, an individual who is living with this often misunderstood disorder.This film provides great insight to all those professionals, teachers and parents who are striving to better understand autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. It also demonstrates how assistive technology can effectively facilitate communication.
Tues, 09 Jan 2007 01:00:00 -0500 -
The Lunch Lady's Guide to the Food Pyramid (DVD)
The Lunch Lady shows children how to make nutritious meals by using the new food pyramid in this educational, live-action program. Students will learn how to make smart choices from every food group, understand the balance between food and physical activity, and get the most nutrition out of meals and snacks. Featuring a fast-paced cooking show format, the program captures the zany Lunch Lady as she prepares nutritious breakfast, lunch and dinner specials.
Mon, 013 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
Oregon Teachers' Energy Resources
The Oregon Teachers' Energy Resource is a 3 CD compilation of solar energy and energy conservation curriculum and activities for grades K-12. Activities include: the Electron Action Game, which engages students in being the electrons and photons as they interact to produce solar electricity in a solar module; and the Life Cycle Cost Analysis, a lesson that teaches students how to calculate the total lifetime maintenance costs of household appliances.
Mon, 013 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
Weather Poems - Podcasts
Mr. Barde's class has written some weather poetry in which they observed the weather through their senses. A Barde-McCrossen Production.
Mon, 013 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
Where on the Planet are We?
This animated adventure and extensive print package teaches children about the basic geography of planet Earth. Using engaging animation and computer graphics children explore concepts such as; How tall is a mountain? How deep is the ocean? How big is a mile? How big is the United States? Why is "up" always "North" on a map? How far away is Australia? What are longitude and latitude and why are there different time zones?
Tues, 007 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
Standard Deviants: Algebra series
The Standard Deviants guide students through algebraic problems and linear equations with a relaxed format and lots of examples. Titles include the Basics, Functions, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Quadratic Roots, Quadratic Formula, and Polynomials.
Tues, 007 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
Mad Hot Ballroom
A documentary look at 11-year-old New York City public school kids as they journey into the world of ballroom dancing, an unexpected arena where they discover new frontiers about attitude, movement, style and commitment.
Sun, 015 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
China Rises Part 1
China Rises, Part 1 : Getting Rich/City of Dreams - H00201 We now have that series from the Discovery Times channel called "China Rises" that aired about two months ago.
Thu, 05 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0500 -
China Rises Part 2
China Rises, Part 2 : Party Games/Food is Heaven - H00202 We now have that series from the Discovery Times channel called "China Rises" that aired about two months ago.
Thu, 05 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0500
