AFTERSHOCK : BEYOND THE CIVIL WAR    V.T. 9068

THE HISTORY CHANNEL® shows in stunning detail the trials that befell America as it healed during the Reconstruction. Blood continued to flow freely long after peace was made. Murder, terrorism and chaos filled the void left by the devastation of the war. "Free" black men and women remained enslaved. Race and tax riots, marauders and insurgents, profiteers, carpetbaggers, the KKK and Jesse James all contributed to the turmoil.

ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN  V.T. 9063 A-B

The story of two young reporters of the Washington Post who picked up the Watergate story from the beginning and stayed with it through doubts, denials and discouragements.

AMERICA 1900   V.T. 9060

It was the dawn of the American century, a time of optimism, progress, and confidence. Yet the 19th century's final year would prove to be a turning point. American troops are sent overseas for the first time, a public debate rages over sex and morality, racial tensions threaten to explode, and the pace of technological change propels everyone into the unknown.... http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/1900/

AMERICAN REVOLUTION : ONE NATION'S RISE TO INDEPENDENCE, THE  V.T. 9000 A-E

5 videodiscs (8 hr., 2 min.) Documents the American Revolution using reenactments, commentaries by historical and military experts, and archival materials featuring the people, places and events from 1773 to the end of the war.

BBC HISTORY OF WORLD WAR II (12 VIDEODISCS (1870 min.)   V.T. 9127 A-J

The Nazis : A Warning From History
The Road To War 
Dunkirk
War Of The Century : When Hitler Fought Stalin
The Battle Of Atlantic. Horror In The East
Battlefields
D-Day : Reflections Of Courage
D-Day To Berlin.
Auschwitz : Inside The Nazi State

BEAUTY ACADEMY OF KABUL, THE  V.T. 9035

A quirky gaggle of Western hairstylists armed with blow dryers and designer scissors improbably open a school to teach eager Afghan women the high art of fixing hair. The women of Kabul embrace the beauty lessons with unbridled hope.

BLOOD AND OIL   V.T 9147

Examines the combat operations of World War I in the Middle East resulting in the demise of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of new nations such as Syria, Iraq, Jordan, and Palestine in accordance with western strategic concerns.

BLUE PLANET : SEAS OF LIFE, THE    V.T. 9098 A-D

Blue Planet 1: Ocean World & Frozen Seas
Explore the sheer scale, power and complexity of the mysterious oceans that govern our blue planet. Then, investigate the remarkable habitat of the "Frozen Seas," where pack-ice at both poles freezes solid, imprisoning creatures within. Only in spring does life begin again.

Blue Planet 2: Open Ocean & The Deep
Venture into the largest section of open ocean in the world, where endless blue stretches in every direction. There is nothing, save the burning sun above and the blackened abyss below. Learn how life survives in this difficult climate. Dive into "The Deep," where the deepest recesses of the ocean are home to entire mountain ranges, perpetual night and the weirdest life forms on Earth.

Blue Planet 3: Seasonal Seas & Coral Seas
In "Seasonal Seas," watch as shafts of sunlight radiate through the ocean's "ceiling" and provide energy for the myriad creatures that live in the temperate sea, the richest of all underwater habitats. In "Coral Seas," incredible time-lapse photography shows the dramatic formation of a coral reef, portraying the growth of its millions of inhabitants – and their ultimate destruction.

Blue Planet 4: Tidal Seas & Coasts
Watch as the tidal seas explode with life – thanks to the ever-present tug of the moon's gravity – and learn why marshes are one of the most ecologically productive parts of the world. Finally, step out of the sea and onto the "Coasts," where the boundary between land and water serves as a demarcation line between the beach-loving creatures that live onshore and the hungry predators that wait just beneath the surface of the water.

BOHR'S MODEL OF THE ATOM   V.T. 9029

This program focuses on Niels Bohr, who worked with some of the best physicists of the 20th century to devise his atomic model. Students will gain an understanding of the historical developments in atomic theories up to Bohr, a brief outline of Bohr's life. Bohr's first and second postulates, and his influence on contemporary society.

CHAMPIONS OF THE WILD : ENDANGERED ANIMALS FROM AROUND THE WORLD  V.T. 9043 A-C

Disc A ; Polar bears - pandas - grizzlies - chimpanzees of Uganda - orangutans - gorillas - Costa Rican monkeys : Disc B ; Wolves - swift foxes - Bengal tigers - black and white rhinos - elephants - Kenyan wildlife vet - Nazinga game reserve : Disc C ; Humpbacks - St. Lawrence River Belegas - Sharks - Dolphins - giant sea turtles.

 

CHINA BLUE      V.T. 9094

Excellent reviews and may be useful in several courses. The documentary visits a Chinese blue-jeans factory where workers are trying to survive a harsh working environment. But when the factory owner agrees to a deal with his Western client that forces his teenage workers to work around the clock, a confrontation becomes inevitable. http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/chinablue/   PDF Guide

CIVIL WAR : A WAR BETWEEN FAMILY, FRIENDS & COUNTRYMEN, THE    9097 A-F

CONTENT: Civil War journal : the conflict begins. John Brown's war ; Destiny at Fort Sumter ; The battle of First Bull Run ; The 54th Massachusetts / directed by Yann Debonne, Donna E. Lusitana -- Civil War journal : the commanders. West Point classmates, Civil War enemies; Robert E. Lee; Stonewall Jackson; Sherman and the March to the Sea / directed by Yann Debonne, Donna E. Lusitana -- Civil War combat. The wheatfield at Gettysburg ; The tragedy at Cold Harbor ; Hornets' nest at Shiloh ; The bloody lane at Antietam
http://www.history.com/classroom/guides.html

COLOR PURPLE, THE    V.T. 9032 A-B

The story of Celie, a poor black woman from the south, whose friendship with two women helps her overcome the brutality of her father and husband.

CREATION OF THE COMPUTER, THE     V.T. 9062

DEAD POET’S SOCIETY     V.T. 9057 

Features: commentary by the director and his writing and cinematography team, a collection of uncut and deleted scenes, A look back: the making of the film featuring new interview footage, audio commentary, Master of sound: Alan Splet, cinematography master class with John Seale.

EMPIRE OF THE SUN    V.T. 9044

Based on J.G. Ballard's autobiographical novel, tells the story of a boy, James Graham, whose privileged life is upturned by the Japanese invasion of Shanghai, December 8, 1941. Separated from his parents, he is eventually captured, and taken to Soo Chow confinement camp, next to a captured Chinese airfield. Amidst the sickness and food shortages in the camp, Jim attempts to reconstruct his former life, all the while bringing spirit and dignity to those around him.

EXPLORING ENDANGERED SPECIES OF THE WORLD    V.T. 9089

"Exploring Endangered Species of the World" looks in depth at what are endangered species. What causes them? What is done to protect them? And why should we care? We discuss different animals and birds and the programs to save them. Specifically look at Florida Manatee, Hawaiian Monk Seal, the Snow Leopard, the Tiger, the African Elephant, the Rhino, the Okapi, the Land Tortoise and the Whopping Crane. The Bald Eagle and the American Alligator are discussed as success stories.

FIGHTER PILOT   V.T. 9050

Follow a young American pilot as he makes his way through Red Flag, the world's most intense, simulated air war training event, where U.S. and international pilots are taken to their limits of endurance.

FINDING FORESTER  V.T. 9128 

After being sent to a prestigious prep school a teen boy finds a mentor in a reclusive writer.

FINE HOMEBUILDING DVD WORKSHOP: (various numbers)

Framing Roofs            
Sam Maloof   
Framing Floors & Stairs Learn The Process Step By Step   
Framing Walls Efficient Techniques From A Master  
Laying Hardwood Floors Getting Professional Results Safely And Efficiently Don Bollinger
Sanding And Finishing Hardwood Floors A Practical Video Guide To A Beautiful Surface
Tiling Floors Learn How To Tile Any Floor In Your Home
Installing Kitchen Cabinets And Countertops Transform Your Kitchen With The Help Of A Master  
Tiling Walls From Layout To Grouting   
Tiling Countertops Get Traditional Results With Modern Materials.   
Basic Stairbuilding Assemble Solid And Attractive Stairs. 
Building Decks Techniques For Building Basic To Sophisticated Decks  
Installing Doors and Windows Techniques for Trouble-Free Installation
Making Kitchen Cabinets Building High-Quality Cabinets In A Basement Shop
Installing Trim Demonstrating Professional Trim Techniques  
Drywall: Hanging And Taping Learn Techniques For Smooth Walls And Ceilings
Frame And Panel Construction Make And Join The Frame, Then Raise The Panel

HISTORY OF ANIMATION : ORIGINS OF AMERICAN ANIMATION (1900-1921)   
V.T. 9061 A-B

This collection, 21 complete films and two fragments, showcases the best of the Library of Congress's animated cartoons from the first decades of this century, an era full of surprises and experimentation. Featuring Krazy Kat, Bobby Bumps, Dud, Mutt & Jeff, the Katzenjammer Kids, Gertie, and others, as well as WWI-era war cartoons.

HOOP DREAMS  V.T. 9033

Follows the lives of two high-school basketball players from inner city Chicago over a five-year span as they aspire to become professional basketball players.

HORATIO'S DRIVE :  AMERICA'S FIRST ROAD TRIP    V.T. 9022

Horatio Nelson Jackson, an eccentric Vermont doctor, drove from San Francisco to New York City, in 1903 to become the first person to drive an automobile across the continent - a feat never before accomplished. It would mark the beginning of a new era in America and the end of another. It took Lewis & Clark over two years to go from the Atlantic to the Pacific - Horatio went the opposite direction, by means of the "Horseless carriage", in less than 3 months.

INCONVENIENT TRUTH, AN  :  A GLOBAL WARNING    V.T. 9028

Al Gore explains the contributing factors to the growing climate crisis, describes changes to the environment caused by global warming, and discusses the shift in environmental policy that is needed to avert disaster.

INSIDE ISLAM    V.T. 9085

Documentary on the history and religion of Islam

INSIDE MECCA    V.T. 9081

Muslim pilgrims and pilgrimages­, Saudi Arabia http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2003/10/1020_031020_meccahajj.html 

INSIDE 911   V.T. 9079

"We will never forget September 11, 2001 a day of unimaginable tragedy, forever altering a history and our place in the world. With meticulous attention to detail and firsthand storytelling, Inside 9/11 provides new insight into the events that led up to 9/11. Why didn't we see the escalating threat? Going beyond what has been reported with unprecedented scope Inside 9/11 traces the timeline from al Qaeda's earliest origins through the aftermath of 9/11 and the ongoing investigation to reveal a clearer picture of the day that redefined our nation."  [Due to graphic content, parental discretion is advised.]

INSIDE HURRICANE KATRINA    V.T. 9086

A comprehensive look at Hurricane Katrina, from the warning conditions before the storm to the chaos afterward.

IRC 2003  10 Volume Video Set  9129 A-J

Sites And Soils
Footings For Concrete, Masonry And Wood Foundation Walls 
Concrete, Masonry And Wood Foundation Walls      
Construction And Inspection Of Floor Joists       
The Framing Of Wood Stud Walls
The Proper Construction And & Inspection Of Ceiling Joists And Rafters 
Roofs And Roof Structures
Exterior And Interior Wall Coverings      
Building And Planning And Construction   
Inspecting For The Energy Provisions Of The International Residential Code

KAYLA : A CRY IN THE WILDERNESS  V.T. 9132

Based on the book by Elizabeth van Steenwyk. Sam's father, a polar explorer, has been missing for years and the boy has yet to come to terms with his loss. His mother and stepfather try to help, but eventually Sam meets a wild dog that looks like one of his father's sled dogs. The boy and the dog befriend each other, despite the fact that the locals think the dog is responsible for killing livestock. A heartwarming film about love and sacrifice for the entire family.

KOREA, THE FORGOTTEN WAR   V.T. 9106

Explores the violent battle, from the forces that shattered the post-war peace to the delicate resolution that set the stage for the Cold War. Witness dramatic footage of Marine forces as they execute an amphibious landing at Inchon; follow soldiers as they push the North Koreans to the Yalu River; and face overwhelming odds as China sends hundreds of thousands of troops over the border in a move that many thought signaled the beginning of World War III.

KOREAN WAR STORIES   V.T. 9104

The Korean conflict is often called "The Forgotten War," but never been by those who lived it. In this film, notable personalities and trench soldiers share their memories. Hear from U.S. Senators John S. Warner and John Glenn, baseball great Ted Williams, astronaut Wally Schirra, former Secretary of State James Baker, singer Willie Nelson, correspondent Irving R.

LEWIS & CLARK : THE JOURNEY OF THE CORPS OF DISCOVERY   V.T. 9027 A-B

LEWIS & CLARK : GREAT JOURNEY WEST   V.T. 9087

Recreates the overland journey of Lewis and Clark as they surveyed the American West.

LIBERTY! THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION    V.T. 9075 A-C 

A documentary about the American Revolution and our fight for freedom. This Peabody Award-winning six-hour series chronicles the events leading up to the declaration of war and the lasting affects these events had on shaping our country today.
Study Guides: http://www.pbs.org/ktca/liberty/chronicle.html

LIFE OF MAMMALS, THE     V.T. 9042 A-D

David Attenborough's comprehensive study of how a remarkable group of animals evolved - a group that includes ourselves. Four part documentary about mammals, from the smallest to the largest.

LINCOLN   V.T. 9018

An in-depth look at the life of Abraham Lincoln includes interviews with Lincoln biographers.

LORD OF THE FLIES [B&W]  V.T. 9034

Thirty English schoolboys are stranded on an uncharted island at the start of the "next" war. With no adults present, they quickly turn into savages.

LORD OF THE FLIES [COLOR]  V.T. 9038

After a plane crash in the ocean, a group of military students reach an island. Ralph organizes the boys, assigning responsibilities for each one. When the rebel Jack Merridew neglects the fire camp and they lose the chance to be seen by a helicopter, the group split under the leadership of Jack. While Ralph rationalizes the procedures, Jack returns to the primitivism, using the fear for the unknown (in a metaphor to the religion) to control the other boys, and hunting and chasing pigs, stealing the possession of Ralph's group and even killing people.

MARK TWAIN   [Ken Burns : American Lives.]  V.T. 9023

Recounts Mark Twain's life told primarily through his own words. Includes interviews with Hal Holbrook, Arthur Miller, William Styron and many others.

MATH VIDEO TUTOR : FRACTIONS THRU ALGEBRA!, THE    V.T. 9073

Specialized instruction in basic and advanced math topics such as integers, exponents, factoring, and polynomials.

MEGA STRUCTURES COLLECTION   V.T. 9080 A-B

Vol. 1 - Mega plane -- Inside a super casino Vol. 2 -  Ekati diamond mine -- Super port.

MY LEFT FOOT   V.T. 9045

Christy Brown is a spastic quadriplegic born to a large, poor Irish family. His mother, Mrs. Brown, recognizes the intelligence and humanity in the lad everyone else regards as a vegetable. Eventually, Christy matures into a cantankerous writer who uses his only functional limb, his left foot, to write with.

NEW YORK UNDERGROUND    V.T. 9074 

DVD features include printable material for educators, access to the American Experience web site, scene selection and closed captions.

Study guides: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/technology/nyunderground/

NOT FOR OURSELVES ALONE :­ THE STORY OF ELIZABETH CADY STANTON & SUSAN B. ANTHONY  V.T. 9025

Presents the history of women's suffrage in the United States through the dramatic, often turbulent friendship of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan Anthony. Part 1 covers the years from their youth up to the establishment of the National Woman Suffrage Association in 1868. Part 2 spans the period from 1868 to the passage in 1919 of the 19th amendment to the Constitution which gave women the vote. www.pbs.org/stantonanthony/

O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU?    V.T. 9069

Three convicts escape the chain gang to find a stolen treasure, but end up having a series of strange adventures.
Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 6 wins & 29 nominations and more.

PHILLIS WHEATLEY, BOSTON'S SLAVE POET : MAKE HER BLACK AND BID HER SING 
V.T. 9055

An interpretation of Phillis Wheatley at the Maryland Humanities Council Chautauqua.
PDF FILE
A Link to About.com

PLANET EARTH   5 videodiscs (550 min.)   V.T. 9140 A-E

Complete eleven part series featuring rare footage of animals worldwide, their habitats and behaviors, and the need for ongoing conservation.

PREFONTAINE    V.T. 9136

Life and times of Steve Prefontaine, a young long-distance runner from Oregon who pursued the dream of Olympic gold in Munich and became one of the biggest, yet most tragic sport stars in America.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS, THE     V.T. 9093

Based on a true story, Chris Gardner takes custody of his son as he begins a non-paying stockbroker internship, leading the two through a punishing quest for a better life.

RECONSTRUCTION: THE SECOND CIVIL WAR   [American Experience]   V.T. 9019

Tells the story of how ordinary Americans struggled to reconstruct their lives in the years immediately following the Civil War. Shows the struggles and triumphs of both African Americans and whites in the North and the South.

RUMBLE FISH  V.T. 9107 

CAUTION:  this movie is rated R. Please preview and seek approval from your supervisor before showing this film.

Special features: audio commentary with director; On location in Tulsa: the making of Rumble fish; Rumble fish: the percussion based score; "Don't box me in" music video.

SCHINDLER’S LIST:  a Steven Spielberg film  V.T. 9082  

CAUTION: This movie is rated R. Please preview and seek approval from your supervisor before showing this film.

Based on the novel of the same title by Thomas Keneally.
Won 7 Oscars. Another 62 wins & 21 nominations and more.

SECRET LIFE OF THE BRAIN, THE     V.T. 9041 A-C

This series explores the startling new map of the brain that has emerged from the past decade of neuroscience and shares a revelatory view of this most complicated organ, which now contradicts much of what we previously believed. Narrated by actress Blair Brown, the series tells stories through a mix of personal histories, expert commentary and cutting-edge animation....

SERVSAFE COMPLETE FOOD SAFETY    9126 A-F

A. Introduction To Food Safety
B. Overview Of Foodborne Microorganisms And Allergens
C. Personal Hygiene \
D. Purchasing, Receiving And Storage
E. Preparation, Cooking, And Serving
F. Facilities, Cleaning And Sanitizing, And Pest Management

SHACKLETON'S ANTARCTIC ADVENTURE  V.T. 9049

The story of Shackleton's journey to the Antarctic filmed in IMAX, including recreations and the original still photography taken on the trip.

THE SHAPING OF THE AMERICAN NATION  V.T. 9170 A-O  Disc A, American Revolution: The Cause of Liberty - Disc B, American Revolution: The Impossible War - Disc C, Andrew Carnegie: The Gospel of Wealth - Disc D, The Civil War: Anguish of Emancipation - Disc E, Civil War: Promise of Reconstruction - Disc F, The Constitution: The Compromise That Made a Nation - Disc G, The Frontier Experience - Disc H, George Washington and the Whiskey Rebellion: Testing the Constitution - Disc I, The Immigrant Experience: The Long, Long Journey - Disc J, The Jackson Years: The New Americans - Disc K, The Jackson Years: Toward Civil War - Disc L, The Lure of Empire: America Debates Imperialism - Disc M, The Masses and the Millionaires: The Homestead Strike - Disc N, A Slave's Story: Running a Thousand Miles to Freedom - Disc O, Teddy Roosevelt: The Right Man at the Right Time.

SIOP MODEL : SHELTERED CONTENT INSTRUCTION  V.T. 9135   [In Mr. Barton’s Office]

CONTENTS: Disk 1: The SIOP Model: Sheltered Instruction for Academic Achievement, a 77-minute video (DVD), illustrates the eight components of the SIOP Model for sheltered instruction in detail. The video presents extended footage from elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. It features interviews with six outstanding teachers and SIOP researchers. It is designed especially for use in sustained programs of staff development and teacher education and is to be used in conjunction with Using the SIOP Model: Professional Development for Sheltered Instruction.  Disk 2. Helping English Learners Succeed: An Overview of the SIOP Model, a 26-minute video, provides an introduction to a research-based model of sheltered instruction. The video uses classroom footage and researcher narration to concisely present the eight components of the SIOP Model. This video will be useful to administrators, policy makers, or teachers. It also serves as a fitting supplement in teacher methodology courses.  Using the SIOP Model: Professional Development Manual for Sheltered Instruction: This manual is designed for teacher educators and professional developers who wish to teach others to use the SIOP Model of sheltered instruction in their classrooms. It is a companion piece to the video The SIOP Model: Sheltered Instruction for Academic Achievement. In 11 sections, the manual presents strategies, tools, and activities for instruction of the SIOP components. It also provides black line masters for presentations and workshops. SIOP Model Digest Series. This collection of over 30 digests and briefs is a valuable resource for those presenting the SIOPTM Model to educators. Each digest addresses an area of theory or practice related to the components of the SIOP Model and many are recommended readings in the SIOP manual. Presenters may use the digests to launch an activity, facilitate a discussion, or review a feature of the SIOP Model. This product fits conveniently in Using the SIOP Model: Professional Development Manual for Sheltered Instruction.

SKETCHES OF FRANK GEHRY      V.T. 9148

A look at the life and career of architect Frank Gehry (1929 - ), a visit to four buildings (the Vitra Museum in Germany, Maggie's Centre, the Guggenheim in Bilbao, and the Disney Concert Hall in L.A., and an inquiry into creativity in conversations between Ghery and Sidney Pollack, whom Gehry asked to make this picture. Early childhood experiences are also part of Gehry's story.

SPACE STATION   V.T. 9053

An IMAX film in which the viewer experiences daily life on the International Space Station through the eyes of the men and women who live on board

SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR: BIRTH OF A SUPERPOWER, THE  (History Channel)  V.T. 9099

As a war, it was small, nasty and suspicious. As news, it was a godsend.

The Spanish-American War did many things it united an adolescent nation and paraded its global ambitions for all to see, while heralding the descent of a tired empire. In this unique program, the conflict comes to life as it was presented to people at that time through the accounts of newspapers nationwide. From the slow buildup of public sentiment against Spain to the sensationalistic coverage of the explosion of the U.S.S. Maine, the forces, personalities and events of the war that secured America a place on the world stage are relived. Marvel at the fiery rhetoric of "yellow journalism" pioneer William Randolph Hearst, and learn of the many errors and outright fabrications that marred the coverage of the conflict. And ride along with Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders as they charge up San Juan Hill, all according to the reporters of the day.

It's a revealing look at the power of the press and its often problematic influence in the real world, where reporters can be as effective in spurring events as presenting them.  (Amazon description)

STOSSEL IN THE CLASSROOM SERIES 2007 EDITION  V.T. 9036

Website: http://stosselintheclassroom.org/resources_08.html

STRANGE DAYS ON PLANET EARTH   V.T. 9078 A-B

Features: photos of a changing Earth, environmental quiz.
Study Guides: http://www.pbs.org/strangedays/index_flash.html

SUPER SIZE ME    V.T. 9090

Filmmaker Morgan Spurlock embarks on a journey to find out if fast food is making Americans fat. For 30 days he can't eat or drink anything that isn't on McDonald's menu; he must eat three square meals a day, he must eat everything on the menu at least once and supersize his meal if asked. He treks across the country interviewing a host of experts on fast food and a number of regular folk while downing McDonald's to try and find out why 37% of Americans are now overweight. Spurlock's grueling diet spirals him into a metamorphosis that will make you think twice about picking up another Big Mac.

SURVIVING THE DUST BOWL : American Experience: V.T. 9054

The draught of 1931 brought financial and emotional ruin to thousands of families in the Southern Plains. Dust Bowl was America's worst ecological disaster.

TEACHING HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS ABOUT SKIN CANCER   V.T. 9040

Detailed one-session classroom lesson plan for health educators.

THAMES SHAKESPEARE COLLECTION, THE   V.T. 9096 A-D   4 videodiscs  (642 min.)

World-renowned actors head the casts of Thames Television presentations of four memorable Shakespeare plays. From royal family struggles and star-crossed lovers to a shipwreck romance and witches' prophecies, these performances from the Royal Shakespeare Company and Renaissance Theater Company, of Rome & Juliet, King Lear, Twelfth Night, and Macbeth.

THOMAS JEFFERSON    [AMERICAN LIVES]     V.T. 9021

Examines the life of Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence. Special features: Ken Burns, making history -- A conversation with Ken Burns.

TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD : American Experience  V.T. 9070

On May 10, 1869, at Promontory Summit, Utah, a boisterous crowd gathered to witness the completion of one of the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century: the building of the transcontinental railroad. The electrifying moment marked the culmination of six years of grueling work. A telegrapher sent a simple, yet thrilling, message to the waiting nation: "DONE!"

TRIPLE CROSS: BIN LADEN'S SPY IN AMERICA     V.T 9088

Examines the life and career of Ali Mohamed who while working for the CIA and FBI with access to U.S. intelligence activities, set up terror cells for al Qaeda across the country, and provided invaluable assistance to the 9/11 terrorists. http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/triplecross/

TSUNAMI : KILLER WAVE V.T. 9084

Investigates the causes and drastic effects of tsunamis. http://green.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/tsunami-profile.html

Courtroom drama revolving around the trial of a boy accused of killing his father. One man stands between him and capital punishment. Starring Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb, Ed Begley, E.G. Marshall and Jack Klugman.

ULTIMATE FACTORIES   V.T. 9083

Inside look at the factories that produce three brand name icons and the use of robotics in each factory.

http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/ultimatefactories/

UNDERGROUND RAILROAD, THE       V.T. 9103

Features: biography of Harriet Tubman. The Underground Railroad was not really a railroad, nor was it always underground. It was an informal network of people and hiding places that helped slaves escape the American South. It extended from the South into the northern states, Canada, the western frontier, and even Cuba and the Caribbean. This documentary remembers the people, white and black, famous and almost-forgotten, who risked their fortunes and even their lives to resist the unjust institution of slavery.

VIDEO GAME INVASION: THE HISTORY OF A GLOBAL OBSESSION  V.T. 9067 

Documentary chronicles the fascinating rise of video gaming, from its primitive beginnings to the multi-billion dollar business it is today.

VIETNAM : A TELEVISION HISTORY   V.T. 9105  A-D

A multi-part series on the Vietnam conflict, covering the history of Indochina, the French wars, and United States involvement, using actual film footage from news and government archives.
CONTENTS: The roots of war -- The first Vietnam War, 1946-1954 -- America's Mandarin, 1954-1963 -- LBJ goes to war, 1964-1965 -- America takes charge, 1965-1967 -- America's enemy, 1954-1967 -- Tet, 1968 -- Vietnamizing the war, 1969-1973 -- Cambodia and Laos -- Peace is at hand, 1968-1973 -- Homefront, U.S.A. -- The end of the tunnel, 1973-1975 -- Legacies.

WAL MART: THE HIGH COST OF LOW PRICE    V.T. 9139

This documentary takes the viewer on a deeply personal journey into the everyday lives of families struggling to fight Goliath. From a family business owner in the Midwest to a preacher in California, from workers in Florida to a poet in Mexico, dozens of film crews on three continents bring the intensely personal stories of an assault on families and American values.

Not rated. Adult subject matter. Adult subject matter. As with any program, this film should not be shown without a pre-screening by the teacher or group facilitator.

WALDORF PROMISE, THE      V.T. 9143

Documentary focuses on eight teachers who use a method of teaching that truly "leaves no child behind." The growing use of Waldorf teaching methods in public schools across the USA holds great promise for our children and for the future.

WHAT HAPPENED TO KEROUAC?  V.T. 9138

Biography of American author Jack Kerouac; Includes clips of his appearances on Allen's and Buckley's TV programs, and interviews with family, friends, and colleagues.

WHEN THE LEVEES BROKE: A REQUIEM IN FOUR ACTS     V.T. 9149 A-C

Examines various perspectives on the integral events that preceded and followed Katrina's passage through New Orleans, with personal accounts from survivors.TV-14: This is a very strong film. It contains explicit language as well as images of people who have died. It is rated for ages 14 and older, but recommends that it be used with ages 17 and older.

As with any program, this documentary should not be shown without a pre-screening by the teacher or group facilitator. (Levees)

TEACHING THE LEVEES : A CURRICULUM FOR DEMOCRATIC DIALOGUE AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT         V.T. 9150 A-B

This curriculum, created by educators from Teachers College, Columbia University, takes Spike Lee's When the Levees Broke, as both impetus, touchstone and text for democratic dialogues in schools, colleges, and community organizations. The historical essay and curriculum units that comprise this book are designed to stimulate serious deliberation about the meaning of Hurricane Katrina and the breach of the levees. Discussions of race and class are often avoided in American schools, colleges, and communities. This curriculum aims to stimulate dialogue about these tough issues by posing the questions: Who are we as a country? What kind of country do we want to be?

WHO KILLED THE ELECTRIC CAR?   V.T. 9142

Chronicles the development of the electric car as an alternative to gas-run cars and examines the car manufacturing industry's fight against the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate passed by California in the 1990's. Rated PG. For brief mild language. As with any program, this film should not be shown without a pre-screening by the teacher or group facilitator.

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S JULIUS CAESAR  V.T. 9076 

Based on the play by William Shakespeare.

WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION    V.T. 9058

A man is accused of murdering his wealthy woman friend in order to get an early inheritance.