7 WAYS TO BLOCK A CYBERBULLY
It is estimated that 40 percent of teens have been targeted by an e-bully. This video outlines and explains in detail seven strategies for dealing with a digital bully. It also includes seven ways parents and educators can work to stop cyber bullying. (2008 – 20 min.)
No. 9467 DVD ...........$79.95

Adult Abuse
Offers suggestions for law enforcement and social service workers to work together during investigations of abuse of the elderly and mentally retarded adults. Illustrates two all too common situations of abuse and neglect. (1992 – 36 min.)
No. 6222 DVD ...................$89.95

Advanced parliamentary procedure
Concludes the two tape series which began with Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure. Includes take from the table, reconsider, rescind, leave to withdraw, parliamentary inquiry, open and close nominations, division of the assembly, and adjourn. The purpose, pertinent facts, and an example of each motion are provided, plus a quiz for study and discussion. (1997 – 23 min.)
No. 2319 DVD* ...................$95.00

The American House: A Guide to Architectural Styles
Lets popular architectural styles “tell their stories” and explain why they remain popular today. Includes Tudor, Neo-Classic, Victorian, Prairie, Colonial Revival, Contemporary, and Post-modern. (2006 – 14 min.) **
No. 5141 DVD ...........$99.00

THE ART OF LISTENING
We spend more time listening than any activity except breathing, yet we listen at only a fraction of our potential. This video uses home and workplace situations to teach the seven “Laws of Good Listening” and practical techniques to become a better listener. Each “law” is a key toward improved listening and communication. (2007 – 27 min.)**
No. 5893 DVD ...................$99.00

The baby care home video
Excellent resource for new parents. Topics include handling, diapering, and dressing babies; techniques for calming babies; caring for a sick baby; creating a safe environment for infants; simple, enjoyable suggestions for play time; and step – by – step skills for bathing a baby. Summary booklet included. (2001 – 62 min.)
No. 2005 ...................$49.00

BANKS: A USER’S GUIDE
From the origins of money and banking, through the basics of checking, savings, and lending, viewers learn about the core functions of a bank, and how these fundamentals affect their daily lives. Learn how to match a savings account to your needs, why “bouncing” a check is a crime, why “overdraft protection” might not be such a great deal, how to avoid paying needless fees, how computer, digital images, and new banking laws impact your spending habits, how to write and endorse a check to protect yourself from fraud, and how to use ATMs and safe deposit boxes. (2006 – 25 min.)**
No. 5291 DVD ...........$99.00

blue bell ice cream
This video field trip depicts the entire process from the 200,000 gallons of fresh cream and milk arriving daily to the storing and shipping of Blue Bell Ice Cream. Includes a quiz.(1997 – 22 min.)
No. 2680 DVD* ...................$99.00

BODY LANGUAGE II: Reading People
Is it possible to read people’s thoughts and feelings just by looking at them? This program provides valuable information about interpreting body language by presenting fun, easy to understand and real life examples. If your students apply this information and do some intelligent people watching, they’ll see a whole new world of communication they may never have noticed. (2008 – 25 min.)**
No. 5219 DVD ...........$99.00

THE BRAIN: EFFECTS OF CHILDHOOD TRAUMA
Highlights how trauma and threat adversely affect the developing brain. Research shows that trauma can activate various systems in the brain that change neuron response and cognitive pathways. Children that experience on – going high levels of arousal due to trauma will develop systems in their brains that cause them to be constantly hyper – aroused and
hyper – vigilant. These changes can result in severe problems in learning ability, mood, bonding and attachment, and in problem – solving. Gives suggestions for avoiding and dealing with damage to the brain. (2002 – 29 min.)
No. 7503 DVD ...........$99.00

BUDGETING BASICS
Watch as Rachel, a college student, gets a “financial makeover” and learns the value of preparing a budget and sticking to a spending plan. Learn how debt, taxes, everyday expenses, and unexpected bills can drain your bank account without a plan in place. (2008 – 18 min.)
No. 5228 DVD ...........$99.00

business Etiquette
Demonstrates professional conduct during typical business scenarios; covers details from how to dress, responding to difficult questions, and the effect of body language on communication. Briefly discusses resumés and interviews. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2001 – 33 min.)
No. 2666 DVD* ...................$99.00

BUYING AND SELLING: HOW TRADING SHAPES OUR WORLD
When you buy a T – shirt, a car, or a cup of coffee, you send messages to a complex web of people all over the world. The marketplace of buying and selling is far more than a convenient way to get the stuff we crave – it shapes personal freedom and drives material progress. Learn the answers to who’s behind the remarkable system that supplies shirts, as well as food, shelter, and most other desires of daily life, along with what drives countless strangers to serve your needs and wants. (2008 – 24 min.)**
No. 5317 DVD ...........$99.00

CARBS: ELEMENTS OF HUMAN NUTRITION
Explore the role of carbohydrates in your daily diet. Learn about glucose, insulin, diabetes,
and the glycemic index. What is a carbohydrate? Does it make you fat? Why do people on a diet avoid it? What is the main problem with carbs in the typical diet? (2009 – 21 min.)**
No. 5285 DVD ...........$99.00

CAREER DAY: EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONS
Observe interviews with a variety of high – energy, engaging professionals who work with children. Interviewees include a child librarian, a dance instructor, a nursery school director, a public health nurse, a family child care provider, a pediatrician, and others. (2004 – 21 min.)
No. 9322 DVD ...........$79.95

CAREER DAY: FASHION—TALENT, TECHNOLOGY & OPPORTUNITY
Interviews of fashion industry personnel, such as textile designer, technical designer,
technical illustrator, buyers, marketers, designers, and entrepreneurs. Includes a worksheet. (2005 – 20 min.)
No. 9379 DVD ...........$79.95

CAREER DAY: FCS CAREERS— A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES
Presents a variety of career opportunities for both males and females. Interviews people in dietetics, food and nutrition, interior design and fashion, child development, and more. Educational, personal, and professional requirements are discussed. Teaching
materials included. (2002 – 21 min.)
No. 9115 DVD ...........$79.95

CAREER DAY: FOOD CATERING & PRIVATE CHEFS
Watch Chef Andrew Zimmern interview industry professionals in the areas of full-service catering and private chefs. (2004 – 13 min.)
No. 9323 DVD ...........$79.95

CAREER DAY: INTERIOR DESIGN – THE BUSINESS OF STRUCTURE & STYLE
Glimpse into the careers of interior designers who are enjoying exciting and creative jobs. Listen to people who have successful careers in residential and commercial design, “green” design, lighting design, sales, interior design education, and design animation. (2005 – 17 min.)
No. 9378 DVD ...........$79.95

CAREER DAY: NUTRITION
Presents engaging interviews with a sports nutritionist for professional athletic teams, a public health nutritionist, a famous food entrepreneur. Learn about a variety of careers from a nutrition consultant, public relations specialist, registered dietitian, food scientist, food stylist, and other food – related professionals. (2006 – 22 min.)
No. 9317 DVD ...........$79.95

CAREER SELF – ASSESSMENT: WHERE DO YOU FIT?
Helps viewers match their talents and skills to career opportunities through identifying basic career clusters. (2008 – 26 min.)**
No. 5401 DVD ...........$99.00

Cash, Credit and Your Future
What are your students looking forward to? More education? A great job? A cool car? Dreams are free but achieving them takes good planning, hard work and money. Get a head start, learn how to manage money, understand paychecks and the basics of credit and debit cards. Two teen viewers watch a financial awards show and learn the right way to manage their money. (2009 – 23 min.)
No.9483 DVD ...................$79.95

CHILD DEVELOPMENT BASICS: STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT
Teens tour a child care center and observe
infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners and their physical, intellectual, and social growth. Gives examples also of solitary, parallel, cooperative, and pretend play. Includes video worksheets. (2005 – 15 min.)
No. 9336 DVD ...........$49.95

Child Development Theorists – Freud to Erikson to Spock …and beyond
Beginning with Sigmund Freud, modern child development theories have changed the way that parents raise their children and the way that teachers teach those children. This video is an entertaining and enlightening view of the major child development theorists, how the theories differ, and how more than one approach can be beneficial. Historical footage and photos are combined with candid documentary footage from day care centers in this informative video. (2009 – 21 min.)
No. 9494 DVD ...........$79.95

Child development videos: Learning Seed; each includes study guide

A Child Grows: The First Year
All – infant cast demonstrates development during the first year, including eye – hand coordination, discovery of parts of self, playing peek – a – boo, and struggling to negotiate a six – inch step. An entertaining look at infant development. (2003 – 24 min.)
No. 5593 DVD........... $99.00

NOT – SO – TERRIBLE TWOS: THE THIRD YEAR OF LIFE Demonstrates the milestones of one of child development’s most confusing and exciting years. Describes characteristics; physical, social, and emotional development; cognitive abilities; language skills. Explains the need for routine, and makes suggestions for toilet training. (2005 – 22 min.)
No. 5286 DVD........... $99.00

Five & Six – Year – Olds Explores how a group of five and six – year – olds use multiple intelligences as they struggle to learn the idea of fair play and following rules, learn to count, distinguish between real and make – believe, and manipulate objects. (2002 – 21 min.)
No. 5102 DVD........... $99.00

CHILD’S PLAY: HOW HAVING FUN TURNS KIDS INTO ADULTS
Children make no distinction between play and work. Play is how children try out roles and test limits and how they develop basic physical and mental skills. Play is fun and free, yet it is the engine that drives child development. (2004 – 23 min.)**
No. 5904 DVD ...........$99.00

CLOTHING CARE
Watch step – by – step instructions on sorting, washing and drying clothes. Learn basic techniques for stain removal, and see how to interpret care labels on garments. See how detergents clean by “making water wetter” and how a dry cleaner is not really dry at all! (2007 – 25 min.)
No. 5169 DVD ...................$99.00

Clothing Fibers
A Clothing & Textiles 101 overview of the elements of fabric, this curriculum-based program introduces students to the basic differences between natural and synthetic fibers, the primary types of fibers, and how their qualities - from shape and origin to size and luster - make them unique, influence clothing appearance and factor into comfort. Learn why fiber properties determine how we use particular fabrics. Get a close-up view and understanding of cotton, linen, wool, silk, rayon, acrylic, nylon, and polyester. Learn to identify them all. (2008 – 25 min.)**
No. 5142 DVD ...................$99.00

COLOR IN EVERYDAY LIFE
Color is critical in consumer education, literature, art, interior design, fashion, and life itself. Presentation is about the psychology and theory of color. Learn how color reflects emotions, how it affects our preferences in food, how corporations use color for their identities, and how color is used in cultural, ethnic, and religious symbols. (2006 – 23 min.)**
No. 5150 DVD ...........$99.00

Common Childhood Illnesses: Diagnosis and Treatment
At some point in their young lives, children will probably come down with a cold, a stomach upset, an earache, pinkeye, or the flu. Drawing upon the knowledge and insights of two pediatricians, a pediatric nurse, and parents with a lot of hands-on experience, this program will show viewers how to identify and deal with those common childhood illnesses—and reduce the likelihood of future reinfection, too. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online at <meridian.films.com>. (2008 – 29 min.)
No. F515 DVD ...........$99.95

Communicating between cultures
Shows how to improve communication in a series of cross – cultural situations involving language, customs, foods, and housing. Explains that assumptions may lead to communication breakdowns causing embarrassment, frustration, and discrimination. Suitable for mature students. (2004 – 23 min.) **
No. 5704 DVD ...........$99.00

Communication in a Wired World: Be Smart,Be Safe
Online and mobile technologies profoundly influence how we read and write, learn and work. Explore skills for communicating smartly across many digital technologies; how multitasking affects learning and work; and how online posts can become skeletons in a digital closet causing school expulsions, destroying college admissions, and blowing job offers. Discover how to protect your privacy, reputation, and personal information. (2009 – 20 min.)**
No. 5324 DVD ...........$99.00

COMMUNICATING WITH CUSTOMERS: AN ENTRY LEVEL GUIDE
Teaches skills to deal with people – as – customers. Explains the importance of making a connection with customers, the value of listening and taking a real interest in customers, how tone of voice and body language influence job performance, how to avoid making negative comments about customers, how to handle miscommunications and phrase helpful responses. Gives a five step process to use with angry customers. (2005 – 15 min.)**
No. 5287 DVD ...........$99.00

CONFESSIONS OF A FOOD STYLIST
Hear from Lisa Golden Schroeder, a food stylist, cookbook author and teacher, as she provides an insight into the career of a food stylist. Learn what education is helpful in becoming a food stylist, the salary range for the career, the long – term outlook, and highs and lows of the job. (2008 – 18 min.)
No. 9470 DVD ...........$79.95

CONFESSIONS OF AN EVENT PLANNER
Get a glimpse into the life of an event planner as Dean Marie Modica, Director of Sales and Marketing for Solera Restaurant and Event Center, discusses the profession. Learn what education is helpful, the salary range for the career, the long – term outlook, and highs and lows of the job. (2008 – 15 min.)
No. 9471 DVD ...........$79.95

Cotton Production
Includes tours of a cotton gin, where raw cotton is processed and a denim mill, where rolls of cotton denim are produced. A good prelude to the Fabric to 501s video. Includes a study guide, supplement and quizzes. (2000 – 41 min.)
No. 2545 DVD* ...................$85.00

CRACKING THE ADVERTISING CODE
Get an inside look at “cracking the advertising code.” Learn to recognize commonly used advertising ploys such as celebrity endorsement, customer testimony, emotional appeal, unproven claims and more in order to make smart, informed buying decisions. (2006 – 20 min.)
No. 9405 DVD ...........$49.95

Credit Basics (SBOE Approved Materials for Financial Literacy)
The concept of credit can be summed up in four words - buy now, pay later. However, credit is much more complicated. This program takes a close look at the basics of credit including, credit card features, how the credit process works, the cost of credit, and how to read a credit card statement. (2008-37 min.)
No. 8003 DVD ...........$125.00

Credit and Loans (SBOE Approved Materials for Financial Literacy)
Use this presentation to provide students with the knowledge they will need to use credit and loans responsibly. This program looks closely at the credit rights of consumers, credit histories, reports and bureaus, debt, types of loans, the loan process, and the cost of loans. (2008 – 35 min.)
No. 8005 DVD ...........$125.00

Design I: The Elements
Explore the elements of design – color, line, shape, form, pattern, and texture – in the usual design disciplines: interior, clothing, landscape, and architecture, as well as more unusual venues, like the family dog, kids, and professional models. (2006 – 19 min.)
No. 9223 DVD ...........$79.95

design ii: the principles
Takes students on a whirlwind tour of the natural world, fashion, ancient times, childhood, interiors, and exteriors for a thorough grounding in the principles of design. (2006 – 23 min.)
No. 9224 DVD ...........$79.95

DISCIPLINE
Explore and identify strategies for positively guiding and disciplining children on a daily basis. Learn the three primary styles of discipline utilized by parents and caregivers– permissive, authoritative, and authoritarian and the advantages and disadvantages of each. (2007 – 20 min.)
No. 2115 DVD* ...................$89.00

EARLY CHILDHOOD: NUTRITION
Emphasizes the effects of early nutrition on growth and development, and explores distinct nutritional needs of young children during four stages covering birth through age six. Children, parents, and caregivers illustrate ways to incorporate healthy eating habits into daily living. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2000 – 27 min.)
No. 2779 DVD* ...................$115.00

EAT RIGHT! FOOD PYRAMID
The newest version of the food pyramid emphasizes the importance of physical activity and eating nutrient dense foods. See how to include good fats, lower the added sugar, include low or no fat dairy products, and add whole grains. Learn how to read labels to get the desired nutrients. (2006 – 21 min.)**
No. 5290 DVD ...........$99.00

ENCOURAGING MORAL DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDREN
Uses teenage moral dilemmas and preschool age children’s behavior to demonstrate ways that moral development can be encouraged at an early age. (2006 – 14 min.)
No. 9407 DVD ...........$49.95

the entrepreneur
Features nine successful entrepreneurs who share their stories about small business ownership as well as their recommendations and personal experiences. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2000 – 32 min.)
No. 2622 DVD* ...................$95.00

ETIQUETTE HOTLINE: TABLE MANNERS
Eavesdrop on a telephone hotline as distressed callers query the experts on proper table manners. Topics include napkins, table settings, continental and American style, left handed eating, posture, talking with a full mouth, leaving the table, dress code, splitting portions, passing food, taking food home, removing unwanted food, dropped silverware, grooming, tips, and other important items. (2004 – 23 min.)**
No. 5091 DVD ...........$99.00

EYE FOR DESIGN
Viewers learn how to create visual rhythm, how to use patterns and repeating motifs in a
design, how to create designs that provide focal points, how basic shapes (squares, circles, triangles) send differing emotional messages, and how to achieve visual balance and the difference between symmetry and informal balance. Also points out the importance of scale, proportion, and the Golden Mean. Suggested for Interior Design and Housing courses. (2006 – 22 min.)**
No. 5143 DVD ...........$99.00

FACTORS INFLUENCING THE APPAREL INDUSTRY
Industry overview of factors that affect apparel design, production, and sales. Topics include international economics, safe working environments, laws protecting the environment, and technological advancements. (2003 – 19 min.)
No. 2166 DVD* ...................$89.00

Fast Food Nutrition
Fast food often gets a bad rap. High amounts of saturated fat, sugar, sodium, and calories, and a lack of fruits and vegetables make most fast food choices not the best in terms of nutrition. Join two teen fast food servers as they explore the world of fast food with fun and humor as they help viewers learn how to make the healthiest choices when eating on the go at fast food restaurants. (2009 – 17 min.)
No. 9499 DVD ...........$79.95

Field Trip: levi strauss
Shows how fabric becomes 501s in a large Levi Strauss manufacturing plant. The tour begins as denim is unloaded in the receiving area and continues as it is cut and assembled by workers utilizing the latest technology. Includes a study guide. (1997 – 24 min.)
No. 2558 DVD* ...................$99.00

FLATTERING FASHIONS
Understand how the six classic principles of design apply to clothes and develop a personal style that highlights your best features. Learn how the body’s shape or silhouette controls what others see, how to use the power of lines to emphasize height, conceal weight, and create illusions. See how to use color to attract attention or minimize size and how to create pleasing proportions to avoid the clumsy “half and half” look. (2007 – 20 min.)**
No. 5130 DVD ...........$99.00

FOOD ADDITIVES
Do you know what maltodextrin is? No, it’s not the winning word from the national spelling bee. It’s probably in your corn flakes. Should you eat something that you can’t pronounce? From the history behind preserving foods to new concepts in enriching foods, this program presents examples of the many additives that are used to flavor, color, and preserve so much of what we eat. Food Additives takes a simple, factual look at the everyday trade – offs we make when we choose our food. (2008 – 24 min.)**
No. 5206 DVD ...........$99.00

food and fire: the science (and magic) of cooking
Cooking is a craft, an art, and an applied science. The program teaches the basics of heat and temperature. Great for supporting science objectives. (2004 – 22 min.)**
No. 5504 DVD ...........$99.00

FOOD SAFETY
Experts estimate food borne illness accounts for over 300,000 hospital admissions yearly. Learn how to handle food safely and prevent illness and how to keep dangerous bacteria from growing into a health hazard. Presentation emphasizes the “why” of food handling instead of a series of rules. (2007 – 25 min.)**
No. 5180 DVD ...........$99.00

FOOD SAFETY FOR THE FAMILY
Demonstrates four ways to make food safe: clean, such as washing hands and fruits and sanitizing utensils; separate, such as avoiding cross – contamination; cook, what temperature to reach for various meats and poultry; and chill, what temperature foods may be kept at for various time periods. Includes explanation of food – borne pathogens. Additional information on rules for breast – feeding, storing breast milk and prepared formula, and safe toddler feeding from jars of baby food. Set comes with two videos (in English and Spanish) and a DVD containing lesson plans and exercises in English and Spanish. Developed by Texas Woman’s University and University of North Texas. (2005 – 19 min.)
No. 2001 ...................$39.00

Food Service Equipment and Tools
Commercial kitchens aren’t just bigger than your kitchen at home; they have tools, utensils and appliances you may never have seen before. Professional chefs Tim Cockram, Dave Christopherson and Jason Hudock go behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the tools of the trade in a professional foodservice kitchen. They describe each item in the kitchen and its use, from knives, pots and pans up to steamtables and the walk-in freezer. (2009 – 18 min.)
No. 9498 DVD ...........$79.95

fundamental restaurant etiquette
Depicts proper procedures for choosing a restaurant, being seated, ordering food, tipping, and other rules. Provides a common sense approach to various situations which may arise in a restaurant. Includes a study guide. (2000 – 25 min.)
No. 2588 DVD* ...................$115.00

GERMS AND VIRUSES
Discover common misconceptions about micro – organisms and learn which to fear, which to welcome, and how to protect yourself. Learn the best way to prevent germs, bacteria, and viruses from infecting you; how bacteria differ from viruses; how and why to wash your hands; why anti – bacterial soaps and lotions might promote the growth of bacteria; how to use a public washroom and protect yourself against pathogens; how to keep food safe, and how to avoid the common cold. (2006 – 21 min.)**
No. 5298 DVD ...........$99.00

GO GREEN AROUND YOUR HOME
Learn how you can help to sustain the world’s resources by making a few changes at home. Watch as a group of teenagers explain ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle products to create a healthier lifestyle and environment. (2008 – 20 min.)
No. 9466 DVD ...........$79.95

GO TO BED! KIDS AND SLEEP
Excellent for child development or parenting classes. Learn how babies spend months learning to adjust their biological clocks, why babies sleep most of the time, why they sleep anytime, anywhere, and how much sleep kids need to stay healthy. Explains REM sleep, problems caused by the lack of sleep, the role of naps in child development, how parents can establish bedtime routines to develop sound sleep habits. Safe sleeping positions and the changes in teenage sleeping patterns are also addressed. (2006 – 22 min.)**
No. 5300 DVD ...........$99.00

grocery shopping survival
Helps conquer the confusion caused by the variety of products available (approximately 26,000) in the grocery store. Topics include labeling information; unit pricing; budgeting; menu planning; and food storage and pre – servation. Also suggests 10 ways to speed up the shopping chore. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2000 – 36 min.)
No. 2586 DVD* ...................$85.00

growing up in video world: Media & the developing child
Explores the argument that television and video games pose dangers to the developing child. Gives examples of negative ways video media can impact children, such as detracting time from human contact, promoting anxiety and violence, and influencing teen behavior and attitudes. (2001 – 24 min.)**
No. 5701 DVD ...........$99.00

Guidance & discipline: COPING WITH CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR
Teachers describe the concept of positive guidance. Covers factors to consider when deciding how to deal with children’s
challenging behavior. (2002 – 29 min.)
No. 7100 DVD ...........$99.00

Guidance & discipline: THE TEACHER’S VIEW
Explores how teachers think about guidance and discipline and influences affecting determination of behavior as acceptable or challenging. Teachers also discuss importance of teamwork and staff support in helping them deal with more prevalent challenging behavior. (2002 – 29 min.)
No. 7099 DVD ...........$99.00

Haccp: a basic understanding
Provides basic information concerning Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), a system of process controls required by government for most foodservice areas. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (1997 – 32 min.)
No. 2681 DVD* ...................$89.00

Health News and Interviews: Nutrition and obesity
This collection of 16 video clips (1 minute to 2 minutes 30 seconds each) takes a close look at nutrition and obesity. Topics range from the benefits of organic farming, to similarities between hunger and drug cravings, to links between vegetables and healthy vision, nutrients and memory, genes and body fat storage, and race and hereditary conditions. (2007 – 24 minutes)
No. F377 DVD 99.95

HELP! THEY STOLE MY NAME
Hear from identity theft victims. From corporate data theft to shoulder surfing to skimming to dumpster diving, see the most common ways thieves steal your identity. Law enforcement and consumer groups explain how to protect yourself. Learn how to safely manage your e-mail and Internet activity. (2007 – 28 min.)**
No. 5304 DVD ...........$99.00

Herbs and Spices
The essence of the world’s cuisines is based on indigenous ingredients and flavorings. Most important are the herbs and spices, which give the cuisines their personalities. Learn to use these tasty elements to take your cooking from ordinary to extraordinary. Cookbook author Paulette Mitchell explains how to cook with herbs and spices as she shows you how to make Herb-Roasted Vegetables, Caprese Salad, Basil Pesto and Pesto Butter – delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes that are packed with flavor. (2009 – 18 min.)
No. 9502 DVD ...........$79.95

How Clothing Is Made: a garment industry field trip
Tour a design and manufacturing company, and follow the production steps of selecting fabrics, sketching designs, cutting patterns, using digital equipment to size and lay out patterns, cutting fabric using laser technology, and assembling fabrics for a final product. Examine how the cost of garments is determined. (2004 – 18 min.)**
No. 5127 DVD ...........$99.00

HOW CONSUMERS DECIDE
Explore whether we use our hearts or minds to make decisions. Learn about heuristics, the mental “shortcuts” we all use to make decisions easier, and how consumers use them to make marketplace decisions. Advertisers simply need to understand some things about our decision making to convince us to buy their product. Recognize the hidden persuaders creeping into our minds and shaping our desires. (2007 – 21 min.)**
No. 5305 DVD ...........$99.00

HOW MUCH SHOULD I EAT?
Help students develop portion awareness so they can replace “super size it” with “intelli-size-it.” Answer questions such as: What is a reasonable portion for common foods? How does psychology influence how much you eat? How do food labels mislead about calories? Learn how to make educated guesses about serving sizes. (2007 – 22min.)**
No. 5310 DVD ...........$99.00

How People Are Paid
This brand new video offers a fresh look at the world of paychecks, deductions, and benefits. Students learn about federal withholding, how it’s calculated, and how it affects their take-home pay. Learn about the many ways that pay is calculated - from hourly to salary commission and tips and how FICA deductions are taken and funds the benefits provided by Social Security. An important overview of key employment laws governing wages is given. (2009 – 27 min.)**
No. 5170 DVD ...........$99.00

HOW THE WORLD DRESSES: CLOTHING AND GLOBAL CULTURE
Illustrates contemporary dress worldwide. Covers shaped vs. wrapped, headwear, and shoes. Are our clothing choices based on tradition or fashion? Also good for addressing bigotry, racism, and stereotyping. (2005 – 18 min.)**
No. 5282 DVD ...........$99.00

IMPROVING YOUR SELF-ESTEEM
Explore ways to make realistic, effective improvements in your self-esteem. Take a self-assessment inventory and investigate sources of self-esteem. Listen as students and professionals share insight into the power of positive self-esteem and offer healthy ways to optimize self-worth. (2007 – 20 min.)
No. 2933 DVD* ...................$95.00

INFANCY: BEGINNINGS IN COGNITION & LANGUAGE
See how the senses and motor activities are involved in infant cognition. View the stages of language development from the first communication to the first word. Emphasizes the role the adult holds in the growing understanding and use of language and communication. (2003 – 29 min.)
No. 7010 DVD ...........$99.00

INFANCY: EARLY RELATIONSHIPS
Excellent video on the importance of establishing trust in early relationships. Compares secure and insecure attachment. From the perspective of attachment, examines development of stranger anxiety and separation anxiety. To insure strong relationships are present when child care is needed, three qualities of infant care are stressed. (2003 – 21 min.)
No. 7011 DVD ...........$99.00

INFANCY: LANDMARKS OF DEVELOPMENT
Shows the landmarks, identifies their timing, and clarifies the influences of environment and culture. Natural development and current practice help determine the experiences of breast – feeding, weaning, and sleeping patterns. The understanding of early brain development brings focus to what is optimal in relationships and stimulation in the first two years. (2003 – 29 min.)
No. 7009 DVD ...........$99.00

Interior Design Project: Step by Step Bathroom Remodel
An interview and behind the scenes footage with Brandi Hagen, the award winning Principal Designer of Eminent Interior Design, gives the audience insight into the process, pitfalls, and professional touches involved in designing an amazing master bathroom. From studio to showroom to a final tour, Brandi focuses on client service and gives students a glimpse at interior design career opportunities. (2009 – 21 min.)
No. 9490 DVD ...........$79.95

interior design: the basics!
Shows how to develop a design concept by defining personal style, who’s using the room, and the room’s function. Displays examples of decorating styles. Explains how quarter inch scale drawings can save money and time, and gives examples of lighting, accessories, color, and fabric selection to create the desired environment. (2006 – 21 min.)
No. 9225 DVD ...........$79.95

Interior Design Project: Furniture Styles
Join award-winning principal designer Brandi Hagen of Eminent Interior Design on a tour of furniture showrooms to discover the distinguishing characteristics of furniture and decorating styles. Brandi gives viewers insight into the furnishings and finishes of eleven different styles, including:
Traditional,Victorian Era, Mission, Art Deco/Nouveau, Retro Style, African Influence, Asian Influence, Southwestern, Shabby Chic, Country, and Contemporary. (2009)
No. 9510 DVD ...........$79.95

Interior Design Project: Green Design
Join principal designer Brandi Hagen of Eminent Interior Design as she shares the components of green interior design. Explore green furnishings that not only create beautiful spaces but also take an extra consideration for environmental impact. Discover “green” options as Brandi shows examples of environmentally friendly design options such as VOC-free paints, organic fabrics and energy efficient appliances. (2009)
No. 9512 DVD ...........$79.95

INTERIOR LIGHTING
See how the direction, quality, and intensity of light are the keys to learning the basics of Lighting 101. Students will learn how well planned lighting can bring a room to life, and thoughtless lighting can kill even the most creative interiors. Light has the power to influence emotions, so lighting for a house is part technology and part psychology. Discover how simply altering a light source can make people feel better about a room or task. (2008 – 22 min.)**
No. 5124 DVD ...........$99.00

introduction to parliamentary procedure
Simplifies parliamentary law and procedure for beginning individuals. Covers main motion, amend, refer to a committee, lay on the table, previous question, appeal, and point of order. Includes a 16 – question quiz.
(1997 – 25 min.)
No. 2318 DVD* ...................$95.00

IT’S NOT WHAT YOU SAY: MASTERING BASIC COMMUNICATION
If talking is so easy, why do misunderstandings and arguments seem to happen so often? In this program, Bill Cakmis will help your students discover the remarkable difference that word choice can make, find out what nonverbal communication is all about, understand the power of emotional tone, and learn the art of listening. (2003 – 26 min.)
No. 2011 DVD* ...................$98.00

IT’S YOUR MONEY: FINANCIAL FLIGHT SCHOOL
The narrator is already living on her own and gives tips to teens on what they can do now to get a head start financially to live on their own. Topics include how to develop good saving and spending habits by designing a personal money management plan and how to avoid credit card traps. Explains the power of compound interest, the total cost of buying a car, and more. (2006 – 20 min.)
No. 9389 DVD ...........$49.95

Keys to quality infant and toddler care
Goes inside a child care center and day care home to show first – hand what makes quality care. Views day care tailored to the individual infant, toddler, and two – year – old, pointing out essential components. Also highlights elements of programming and the environment, including health and safety. (2002 – 29 min.)
No. 7131 DVD ...........$99.00

KIDS AND SPORTS: FROM INFANT TO ATHLETE
Viewers will see children from toddlers through puberty illustrate just how fun or frustrating playing sports can be. Watch as physical, social and emotional development follow a sequence that adults can’t speed up. See how skills in sports progress from birth through puberty and marvel at the intellectual side of sports – from score keeping to game strategizing. This program guides viewers through the dangers of the over – scheduled, over – pressured, over – trained child. (2008 – 25 min.)**
No. 5315 DVD ...........$99.00

KITCHEN FUNDAMENTALS: COMMON TOOLS & TERMS
Observe basic food preparation techniques demonstrated by a professional chef. Topics include chopping, blending, beating, whipping, baking, measuring, and hand washing. (2005 – 40 min.)
No. 9031 DVD ...........$49.95

KITCHEN SAFETY SMART
Teens follow a comedian around the kitchen as he narrowly averts impending disasters while preparing them breakfast. Short vignettes on knife safety, burns, broken glass, and ways to prevent and respond to kitchen safety issues are presented. The students demonstrate equipment usage and personal safety. Appropriate for beginning students. (2005 – 8 min.)
No. 9390 DVD ...........$49.95

LAVISH GALA: BEHIND THE SCENES
Presents a real-world look at catering and specialized food production operations through a large, black-tie hotel banquet event. Coverage includes technology, equipment and utensils, cost-control, and client identification; shows several departments and positions. Includes a supplement. (2003 – 25 min.)
No. 2685 DVD* ...................$115.00

Life Skills for the teen parent
Demonstrates how young parents can improve their own self-esteem and help others do the same. Several helpful comments from experts and from school – age parents are featured. Coordinates with Successful Parenting for School – Age Parents Reference Book (page 8). Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2000 – 24 min.)
No. 2594 DVD* ...................$95.00

LOOKING GREAT AT WORK
Helps students dress and look their best at work. Covers traditional white-collar and four levels of business casual attire. Part Two gives advice on hygiene and grooming. (2002 – 18 min.)**
No. 5002 DVD ...........$99.00

managing multiple roles
Addresses effective management of a variety of roles, such as caregiver, employee, spouse, parent, and/or student. The importance of goal setting, values, standards, and differentiating between wants and needs is stressed. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2000 – 24 min.)
No. 2593 DVD* ...................$95.00

MANNERS AT WORK
Learn how to make and acknowledge introductions, how to shake hands, how to get along with office coworkers, and how to share office space and equipment. Learn proper etiquette up and down the organizational hierarchy and cubicle courtesy. Also explains electronic etiquette, such as the use of cell phones, camera phones, pagers, voicemail, and e-mail. (2006 – 20 min.)**
No. 5122 DVD ...........$99.00

Math in the Kitchen: Do You Measure Up?
Join Matt the Mathematical Cook, a fun and lively host who will multiply, divide, measure and whip up a few recipes in the process in Math in the Kitchen: Do You Measure Up? Learn how to read a recipe, properly measure ingredients and identify common equivalents, convert recipes for smaller and larger yields, and use cost comparisons to determine the best buy. (2009 – 28 min.)
No. 9495 DVD ...........$49.95

MIDDLE CHILDHOOD: OVERVIEW
For classes that need an overview of the middle childhood years, this presentation explains how children between ages 6 and 12 develop physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Viewers learn pertinent vocabulary, statistics, and classroom strategies, and hear experienced classroom teachers offer insights and observations about children in this state of development. Summarizes content available in individual titles in this series. (2008 – 30 min.)
No. 5316 DVD...........$99.00

MIDDLE CHILDHOOD: COGNITIVE & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
Learn how children’s minds expand in knowledge and understanding as their thinking becomes more logical and organized between the ages of 6 and 12. During this stage, they develop concrete operational thinking and make substantial advancements in language development. This video presents educator insights and observations, pertinent vocabulary, statistics, and classroom strategies relating to the many aspects of cognitive and language development that children experience in this stage. (2008 – 20 min.)
No. 7026 DVD...........$99.00

Middle Childhood: Physical Growth & Development
Between ages 6 and 12, children’s bodies grow and mature in significant ways. They gain body awareness and develop new gross and fine motor skills. This is also a pivotal stage where injury, illness, and the increase of childhood obesity are common. Watch as this video presents educator insights, pertinent vocabulary, statistics, and classroom strategies for fostering healthy physical development during this stage. (2008 – 22 min.)
No. 7025 DVD...........$99.00

Middle childhood: social & emotional development
Between ages 6 and 12, children develop many of the social skills they’ll use through adulthood. They form self – concepts and self-esteem, build new kinds of relationships, and begin to regulate more of their own behavior. This video presents educator insights and observations, pertinent vocabulary, statistics, and classroom strategies relating to the many aspects of social and emotional development that children experience in this stage. (2008 – 25 min.)
No. 7027 DVD...........$99.00

MONEY MATTERS
Covers four basic reasons for financial failure and seven basic laws for accumulation of wealth. Topics include the difference between wants and needs and successful budgeting. Quizzes promote retention of money management essentials. Includes a supplement. (2000 – 23 min.)
No. 2714 DVD* ...........$99.00

MY FAMILY IS CHANGING
No one likes change, especially when it comes to family life, but change is sometimes inevitable. Listen as teens talk about real life situations and how they learned to deal with them. Mom and dad divorcing is not the end of family life, it just makes it something new to deal with. (2006 – 23 min.)
No. 8024 DVD ...........$125.00

MYPYRAMID—PASS IT ON!
Explains the symbolism of the new personalized food guidance system. Uses teens to teach the “Steps to a Healthier You” and shows them how to eat for energy, control their calories, and add physical activity to their daily routine. Students go to the Web site where they find their personal eating plans for their age, gender, size, and activity level. (2005 – 15 min.)
No. 9386 DVD ...........$49.95

THE NETIQUETTE EDGE
Discover the importance of using good manners when using cell phones, the Internet, iPods, email and other gadgets. Learn the S.T.E.P.S. of manners related to technology and get the netiquette edge. (2007 – 21 min.)
No. 9426 DVD ...................$79.95

NEW FABRICS THEN FIBERS
Explains the basics of natural and manu – factured fibers, and shows how technology is changing our clothing, home furnishings, and design concepts. Students share their experiences with fiber properties like comfort, warmth, cost, and care. New fibers such as spandex, microfibers, and lyocell are explained. Provides interview with an outdoor enthusiast who explains the latest in technical clothing. (2003 – 20 min.)
No. 9166 DVD ...........$79.95

THE NEWBORN: DEVELOPMENT & DISCOVERY
Presents new research on brain development, and gives new methods of assessing the newborn. Explains changes in body systems upon birth, reflexes, bonding, and cognitive and emotional skill development. Gives treatment options for low birth weight, premature, and small for date newborns. (2005 – 29 min.)
No. 7008 DVD ...........$99.00

NUTRITION BASICS: WHY FOOD MATTERS
Explains why we need to choose carefully from the tons of food we eat to obtain the four basics of life: water, energy, protein, and a handful of vitamins and minerals. Use this to correct many commonly held misconceptions about why we eat. (2006 – 19 min.)**
No. 5288 DVD ...........$99.00

Nutrition Controversies
Join host Wes Halula and two teens as they take a closer look at controversial nutrition topics to get the straight facts on food safety, organic foods, genetically engineered foods, food allergies, MSG, functional foods, dietary supplements, and more in this entertaining and enlightening video. (2009 – 22 min.)
No. 9507 DVD ...........$79.95

OBESITY IN A BOTTLE
Take a look at the growing national obesity problem and how beverages are a significant factor. Discover how the beverage choices we make can greatly affect our health – for better or for worse. The video examines the effect of beverages on weight gain. It also looks at beverage size, the dangers of regular and diet sodas, sports and energy drinks, the nutritional breakdown of popular beverages, and the benefits of drinking water. This up-to-date video will appeal to teens and encourage smart beverage choices. (2006 – 21 min.)
No. 9429 DVD ...........$79.95

A PENNY SAVED: HOW TO GROW MONEY
Explains the power of compound interest and ability of money to grow with time. Covers basics of interest, investing, compounding, the time value of money, inflation, liquidity, and yield. (2000 – 21 min.)**
No. 5246 DVD ...........$99.00

PERSUASION IN EVERYDAY LIFE
Use this presentation to explore five often hidden forces that shape beliefs and judgments. Frames, settings, filters, social influences, and beliefs are ways our thoughts are shaped. Hold a mirror up to your students to help them see what outside influences shape what they think, believe, and do. (2007 – 22 min.)**
No. 5311 DVD ...........$99.00

The Power of Family
Traditional, single parent, blended or extended - there are many ways we define a family. Our families help make us the people that we are today. Learn the different types of families and the developmental roles they play; including physical, emotional, intellectual, social and moral development. Teaching materials included. (2008 – 23 min.)
No. 9474 DVD ...........$79.95

PRENATAL DEVELOPMENT: A LIFE IN THE MAKING
Watch as a one – celled zygote grows into a fully functioning human in just 266 days, passing through three stages of development. Many topics are addressed, such as brain and neural development, the effects of maternal nutrition and drug use, the effects of radiation and other teratogens on fetal development, and the differences between monochorionic and dichorionic monozygotic twins. (2005 – 29 min.)
No. 7006 DVD ...........$99.00

PRESCHOOLERS: OVERVIEW
For classes that need an overview of the preschooler, this presentation explains how preschoolers develop physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Concepts from developmental theorists as well as practical suggestions for caregivers are clearly presented in this study of the whole preschool – aged child. Summarized content available in individual titles in this series. (2008 – 28min.)
No. 5197 DVD...........$99.00

PRESCHOOLERS: COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT
Using footage of preschoolers in the classroom, graphics, and interviews with teachers and caregivers, this program delivers a detailed overview of the cognitive development that takes place between the ages of three and five. See how the brain grows neural bridges and strengthens a child’s intellect, widely studied developmental theories of cognitive development and how to encourage it, and characteristics of preoperational thought. Also covered are areas of language development, how children use symbolic thought, and how “theory of the mind” helps preschoolers understand what the mind is and how it works. (2008 – 24 min.)
No. 7207 DVD...........$99.00

PRESCHOOLERS: PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
From the ages of two to five, preschoolers reach developmental milestones with endless energy and increasing physical coordination. Learn the physical characteristics of preschoolers, how gross and fine motor skills are developed, and the physical milestones that most children reach during this stage. This video looks at the natural activities children are drawn to which help their physical development and at strategies to encourage these activities. Also covered are the physical challenges of some children, activity modifications to help children with physical challenges, and why good nutrition and the proper amount of sleep are crucial at this age. (2008 – 21 min.)
No. 7206 DVD...........$99.00

PRESCHOOLERS: SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Discover how preschoolers learn to play cooperatively, make friends, and express emotions. This video presents concepts from developmental theorists, insight from current preschool educators, and strategies that can be used to foster social and emotional growth. (2008 – 23 min.)
No. 7208 DVD...........$99.00

REAL FOOD: THE COST OF CONVENIENCE
What do you buy most in a supermarket? Hint: It’s not food. Most of your dollars are spent for slicing, dicing, portioning, and packaging. In short, you pay for convenience. Real Food illustrates how much we pay – in dollars and nutrition – when we buy processed foods. Using compelling and memorable examples, students will learn how buying local products, fresh ingredients, and raw foods will impact their health as well as their wallets. (2008 – 24 min.)**
No. 5318 DVD ...........$99.00

Recognizing Child Abuse
This program spells out the Four Rs of child abuse—the harsh Reality of its presence in our society, the Results it leads to, the many ways to Recognize it, and the proper channels for Reporting it. Each of these concepts is explained through eye-opening dramatizations and supported by interviews with education and child welfare experts. A viewable/printable presenter’s guide is available online at <meridian.films.com>. (2007 - 25 min.)
No. F674 DVD ...........$89.95

RULES, RITUALS, ROUTINES
This child discipline program, created by Dr. Thomas Knestrict of Xavier University,
teaches parents how to structure their homes and lives to keep themselves and their children happy, healthy, and sane. The presentation includes a series of realistic live – action scenarios to illustrate how developing a set of well – thought – out rules, rituals, and routines will make parents’ lives easier and their children happier and well – behaved. (2007 – 18 min.)**
No. 5303 DVD ...........$99.00

The school – age connection
Focusing on after school care for elementary school children, this videotape stresses the importance of continuing to build and promote self-esteem once a child has entered school. Activities are presented that promote self – awareness, appreciation of others, and the importance of goal setting.
(1997 – 20 min.)
No. 2366 DVD* ...................$115.00

A SCIENTIFIC LOOK AT NUTRITION
Have you ever wondered what nutrition really is and why it is so important? This DVD discusses the six essential nutrients and illustrates what happens to the food you consume and how it benefits the body. It also explains the concepts of digestion, metabolism, and the expenditure of energy. (2007 – 24 min.)
No. 2121 DVD* ...................$125.00

The Secret Life of Rooms: Interior Design Basics
Explores fundamentals of interior design, focusing on the relationship of people to things and spaces. Examples of topics include how room design can change behavior and why a chair is more than something to sit on. (2001 – 20 min.)**
No. 5252 DVD ...........$99.00

Sensory and art
Explores how all of the child’s developing senses are used in understanding surroundings, and ways teachers can enhance sensory experiences. Shows teachers planning material specifically for involving the senses, providing a sense of safety and security. (2002 – 29 min.)
No. 7130 DVD ...........$99.00

“SICK AS YOUR SECRETS”
Series There is a saying in the addiction field, “You’re as sick as your secrets.” Secrets keep addicts ill and cost lives. Families that have addicted members learn to operate with secrecy. This new series of presentations provides information on identifying and dealing with a variety of addictive challenges.

ALCOHOL USE AND ABUSE
Watch as Dr. Kitty Harris – Wilkes, Director for the Texas Tech Center for the Study of Addiction and Recovery, along with former users and addicts discuss the use, abuse, and addiction to alcohol. This video includes an overview of alcohol abuse; effects on the individual, family, and friends; a short, self – assessment; and resources of where to find additional help. (2007 – 25 min.)
No. 8001 DVD...........$125.00

EATING DISORDERS
Watch as professional, Dr. Kitty Harris – Wilkes, Director for the Texas Tech Center for the Study of Addiction and Recovery, along with survivors of eating disorders talk about the issues and consequences associated with the disease. This video includes an overview of the disease; effects on the individual, family, and friends; a short, self – assessment; and where to find additional help. (2007 – 25 min.)
No. 8002 DVD...........$125.00

PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS
Learn the common forms of performance – enhancing drugs, negative consequences of using these drugs, and drug – testing procedures. Specific objectives addressed in the program include an overview of drugs in sport; an exploration of why performance – enhancing drugs are used and what the side – effects of use are; an explanation of the why and how of drug testing; a short self – assessment; and where to find additional help. (2007 – 20 min.)
No. 8004 DVD...........$125.00

SMALL APPLIANCES: A TO Z
Observe a professional chef use a variety of small appliances, such as bread machine, food processor, blender, crock pot, dehydrator, electric knife, and waffle iron. See how technology has made the job of cooking easier and more fun. (2005 – 25 min.)
No. 9029 ...................$49.95
No. 9029 DVD ...........$49.95

SNACK SMARTS
Features three students as they meet people in the grocery store who will teach them how to read nutrition labels, weigh options to choose foods that will make them look and feel good, and find new foods they will eat. Students locate snack foods that will satisfy their salty, crunchy, creamy, and sweet cravings. (2006 – 18 min.)
No. 9218 ...................$79.95
No. 9218 DVD ...........$79.95

SPECIAL EDUCATION
Working with special needs children can present child care providers with many challenges. Learn the characteristics, capabilities and expectations for children with varying needs. This video discusses the varying needs of special needs children and how child care providers can address and meet such needs. (2007 – 20 min.)
No. 2116 DVD* ...................$99.00

Special people, special needs
Helps individuals who work with children increase their awareness of the nature of “special needs.” Reviews characteristics, capabilities, and expectations for children with mental retardation, Down’s Syndrome, sensory deficits, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, communication limitations, and emotional/behavioral disorders. Includes a study guide and a supplement. (2000 – 51 min.)
No. 2591 DVD* ...................$115.00

study of the child: history & trends
Lays out the history of child development, from early philosophies, to changing beliefs about human nature. Examines the move away from myths toward scientific investigation, lays out two methods of study, and ends with six overarching principles derived from child development research.
(1997 – 28 min.)
No. 7001 DVD ...........$99.00

SUCCEEDING AS A TEACHER
Based on recent research and literature, these films show how to advance student achievement. Appropriate for all teacher preparation courses.

SUCCEEDING AS A TEACHER: COMMUNICATION AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
Learn tips on how to communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff. See how to create a climate of mutual respect, how to set and convey expectations clearly, and how to use praise with students. Learn how to communicate with parents through newsletters, e-mails, phone calls, and conferences. In working with other staff members, see how good attitude, sharing in responsibilities, and attending meetings demonstrate professionalism. (2006 – 29 min.)
No. 7163 DVD...........$99.00

SUCCEEDING AS A TEACHER: INSTRUCTION FOR ALL STUDENTS
View flexible grouping and learn how to determine when to use whole group, cooperative groups, or individual instruction. Shows how to structure and pace a lesson, including modeling, role – playing, teaching a new skill, providing feedback and practice, assigning homework, and using assessments. Knowing students’ needs and helping with special learning needs is also emphasized. Based on recent research and literature, these films show how to advance student achievement. Appropriate for all teacher preparation courses. (2006 – 29 min.)
No. 7161 DVD...........$99.00

SUCCEEDING AS A TEACHER: MANAGING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Practical advice for managing classrooms in a positive way for diverse students is clearly conveyed. View how to set up a classroom depending on the age group and content, how to establish routines, maintain discipline, and deal with transitions. Based on recent research and literature, these films show how to advance student achievement. Appropriate for all teacher preparation courses. (2006 – 29 min.)
No. 7162 DVD...........$99.00

SUCCEEDING AS A TEACHER: PLANNING INSTRUCTION
Demonstrates in the classroom how to go from planning to creating engaging lessons, how to use assessments to design instruction, how to weave together many different sources in planning, and how to activate prior knowledge. See the importance of understanding the developmental ages of young learners, building on content knowledge, using technology as a resource, and crafting valid objectives and assessments. Based on recent research and literature, these films show how to advance student achievement. Appropriate for all teacher preparation courses. (2006 – 29 min.)
No. 7160 DVD...........$99.00

TAKING CARE OF BABY: NURTURING CARE
Learn how to keep safety in mind and take advantage of the opportunity to nurture a new life. Observe calming techniques, ideas for playtime, and important safety guidelines. (2006 – 20 min.)
No. 9414 DVD ...........$99.95

TEEN NUTRITION: WHAT’S THE BIG DEBATE
There’s no debate that healthy eating is good for you, but too often teens don’t make smart choices when it comes to food and activity. Watch as two high school classmates prepare for a debate on healthy eating, a nutritionist gives advice, and student interviews give a “real life” view of eating habits. Students will learn the F-A-T-S method of eating and activity, the P-L-A-N method of changing bad eating/activity habits, why the Food Pyramid matters, how to use a hunger scale, and how reading food labels can help you make good choices. (2007 – 20 min.)
No. 9457 DVD ...........$79.95

TEEN SAFETY: DATING AND RELATIONSHIPS
Use this presentation to provide students with the skills and knowledge they will need to stay safe with friends, dates, strangers, and others. This program uses realistic scenarios and interviews to present information on date rape drugs, strategies to prevent date rape, the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship, and resources for victims of abuse. (2008 – 19 min.)
No. 9462 DVD ...........$79.95

TEENS AND TANNING: SUN SAFETY UPDATE
Hear from dermatologist Carolyn Jacob as she explains the dangers of overexposure to tanning beds and the sun. Learn how to be sun safe and have fun at the same time by applying the right sunscreen, seeking shade, and wearing sunglasses and hats. (2005 – 16 min.)
No. 9384 DVD ...........$49.95

THEM AND US
Nice, reasonable people like us are “we,” and strangers with weird beliefs are “they.” But every “us” is somebody else’s “them.” This presentation explores common thinking habits to show how they can easily lead to hidden assumptions, biases, and prejudices. View some simple habits of perception that illustrate how “people typing” and stereotypes are extensions of how our brains work to make sense of the world. (2007 – 27 min.)**
No. 5306 DVD ...........$99.00

Toddlers: Cognitive Development
Examine how brain cells are structured to connect and retain what a child learns. Explore theories of cognitive development and see the process toddlers go through as they learn language. Observe toddlers as they engage in activities that foster memory and the retrieval of information. (2009 – 26 min.)
No. 5327 DVD ...........$99.00

Toddlers: Physical Development
Learn about the physical characteristics of toddlers, and how gross and fine motor skills are developed. Understand the milestones children achieve at this age by observing toddlers in learning centers and at home. Hear from the experts about nutrition, sleep, toilet training, and developmental differences among toddlers. (2009 – 29 min.)
No. 5326 DVD ...........$99.00

Toddlers: Social and Emotional Development
Learn about the theory of the mind and how toddlers come to understand how their actions can affect others. Examine how gender and temperament play a role in development. Observe toddlers interacting with family and peers as they develop attachments and social bonds. (2009 – 29 min.)
No. 5328 DVD ...........$99.00

Top Careers in Two Years: Education and Social Services
Directly or indirectly, people working in the education and social services fields make their living by helping others live better lives. This program profiles a preschool teacher, a vocational education instructor, and a school administrative assistant as well as a drug and alcohol abuse counselor, a social and human services assistant, and a recreation worker. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online at <cambridge.films.com>. (2009 – 19 minutes)
No. F264 DVD ...........$99.95

Top Careers in Two Years: Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources
This program rounds up a diverse group of workers in the fields of food, agriculture, and natural resources—a food service manager, a dietetic technician, a dairy farm manager, a landscape supervisor, an environmental science and protection technician, and a water treatment plant operator—to illustrate what they do and how they go about doing it. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online at <cambridge.films.com>. (2009 – 21 minutes)
No. F266 DVD ...........$99.95

Top Careers in Two Years: Hospitality, Human Services, and Tourism
In this program, members of the hospitality, human services, and tourism groups—a chef and a caterer, a massage therapist and a retirement home manager, and a hotel manager and an event planner—describe what their professions are like. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online at <Cambridge.films.com>. (2009 – 20 minutes)
No. F262 DVD ...........$99.95

Top Careers in Two Years: Retail, Marketing, and Sales Tourism
This program spends some quality face time with a retail sales manager, a merchandise manager, and a distribution manager…a marketing manager, a promotions manager, and a public relations specialist…and an advertising sales agent, a real estate agent, and an e-commerce specialist to gain an understanding of what their professions involve. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online at <cambridge.films.com>. (2009 – 21 min.)
No. F260 DVD ...........$99.95

UNDERSTANDING FABRICS
Watch this fast – paced introduction to fabric science. Your students will learn about fabrics that repair broken hearts, stop bullets, fight fire, stop water, protect against outer space, and enable people to fly. Viewers tour a modern textile mill and watch raw acrylic become fabric. They see yarn spun by a traditional spinning wheel and by modern technology. They see fabric created by both a traditional hand loom and by high – speed computerized machines. (2008 – 21 min.)**
No. 5166 DVD ...........$99.00

understanding food – borne pathogens
Examines several common pathogens responsible for food – borne illness, including E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Botulism, and many more. Characteristics of these organisms, symptoms of their related illness, as well as preventative measures that will help reduce the risk of becoming ill are discussed. Includes a study guide. (1996 – 40 min.)
No. 2676 DVD* ...........$115.00

USING COLOR: CREATING COLOR HARMONY
Shows how to use color to shape environments through a practical “how to” demonstration. Teaches the basics of creating color harmony and color schemes for interiors, wardrobes, and wherever color matters. Concepts include the law of unequal areas, advancing and receding colors, cool and warm colors, complementary and related colors, primary and secondary colors, the importance of color values in design, the value of neutrals, the role of proportion in color choices, and the idea of “visual weight.” (2006 – 21 min.)**
No. 5289 DVD ...........$99.00

VITAMINS: ELEMENTS OF HUMAN NUTRITION
Learn the basics of vitamins. What are vitamins and how do they keep us healthy? What is the best way to be sure vitamin needs are met? Are supplements necessary? Can vitamins cure illnesses, slow aging, and boost energy? What are the dangers of overdosing? Are natural better than synthetic supplements? (2009 – 25 min.)**
No. 5182 DVD ...........$99.00

WHAT IS A CALORIE?
Provides basic information about how we use food for energy. Covers how calories are measured, the basil metabolic rate, weight loss, and empty calories. Compares 32 heads of lettuce to one piece of pie. Encourages exercise. Compatible with new food guide. (2005 – 16 min.)**
No. 5284 DVD ...........$99.00

WHAT IS A PRICE? BASICS OF ECONOMIC LITERACY
Provides basic information for anyone living in a market society such as ours. Viewers learn that price is information disguised as a number. They understand how it influences consumer behavior, sends a message from the producer, allows the consumer to talk back, and plays a vital role in a market economy. Answers questions such as what is a price and who sets it, what goes into setting a price, how does price influence behavior. (2006 – 21 min.)**
No. 5301 DVD ...........$99.00

WHERE TO LAND: APARTMENT OR DORM?
Help prepare your students for the decisions involved with attending college. Compares dorm with apartment living to help students make housing decisions. Viewers learn details of the challenges of living arrangements, including personal space, security, financial considerations, roommates, leases and more. Reveals the hidden costs of apartment living. (2006 – 12 min.)
No. 9388 DVD ...........$49.95

Why Can’t Michael pay attention?
Centers on a six – year – old diagnosed with ADHD. Shows initial display of symptoms, assessment and tests, parents learning about ADHD, coping techniques, and limits and benefits of medication. (1998 – 21 min.)**
No. 5498 ...................$99.00

WORKING SMART
Okay, so you’ve got the job so now what? A good employee knows that succeeding in the workplace involves more than just learning a particular aspect of the job, it also includes knowing what to do and who to ask when you don’t know. Learn how to succeed and how to get ahead by working smart. (2005 – 15 min.)
No.  8020 DVD  ...................$125.00

WORKPLACE ETHICS
Ethics describes how you act not only in public but also when no one is looking. An ethical employee is a valuable employee and someone who will be respected by their peers and employers. Learn how you can be a responsible and ethical employee. Come along and see what it takes to improve your on the job ethics. (2004 – 15 min.)
No. 8010 DVD ...................$125.00

World Food Markets: Italy
Experience the sights and sounds of Italian food markets! Join chef and award-winning cookbook author Paulette Mitchell on a tour of Italian food markets. Filmed in Italy, viewers will be taken on a culinary journey to discover the fresh produce and ingredients that flavor Italian cuisine. (2009 – 18 min)
No. 9488 DVD ...........$49.95

World Food Markets: Spain
Come along on a journey through the beautiful markets of Spain, the place to find traditional and exotic produce and other ingredients which provide the rich flavor of Spanish cuisine. Viewers will follow Paulette Mitchell, chef and award-winning cookbook author, inside several marketplaces to explore Spanish culture and food. (2009 – 18 min.)
No. 9487 DVD ...........$49.95

Your Nutrition Style
Focuses on a key idea of the new food pyramid—eating patterns have to fit individual needs. There is no one daily diet that is best for everyone. The video explains how to adjust eating styles to match the USDA dietary guidelines. Good introduction to a nutrition makeover. (2006 – 25 min.)**
No. 5257 DVD ...........$99.00