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Explores how eyes work and how eyes help us understand the world. Explains how safe behaviors and healthy habits can prevent illness and injury to eyes. Discusses what to expect from an eye examination and other eye tests. Talks about how visually impaired children walk with a white cane and read Braille.
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A mother and her three children are eager to adopt a rescue dog. With the help of Dr. Lisa, they narrow the pool down to a select few, but then they must make their final choice. Part of the "Rescue Me With Dr. Lisa" series.
What helps seeds grow? Where do they come from? What is pollination? How does it happen? An elementary class experiments to find the answers. Time-lapse photography and illustrations reinforce the concepts.
Mr. Charlie introduces three children to the people who keep the zoo operating smoothly. The zookeeper and crew make sure the animals have food and water and that the grounds and cages are clean. The nutritionist is responsible for food storage and preparation, while the vet keeps the animals healthy. Exhibit builders work hard to provide the animals with as natural a habitat as possible. The children learn there are many different jobs at the zoo.
Presents information on horses in magazine-type format. The first segment features children preparing for a vaulting competition (controlled gymnastics on the back of a horse). In the second segment four teens participate in a jumping competition at a horse show. Segment three shows a beginning rider visiting a tack shop to purchase riding apparel and equipment. In the last segment a professional horse trainer gives practical advice on buying a horse.
As a young girl, Alice dreams of traveling to faraway places, finding a home by the sea and making the world more beautiful. Inspired by a true-life story, Miss Rumphius shows us how we can all make the world a more beautiful place. Based on the book by Barbara Cooney.
Susan Perkins answers students' questions about microbes. She is a microbiologist at the American Museum of Natural History and curator of the exhibit "The Secret World Inside You." Part of the "Ask a Scientists About" series.
Three-year-old Lizzie tells the story of her mom's pregnancy and how she becomes a big sister. This award-winning childbirth video for children explains how a fetus develops, what pregnancy is like for mom, and what happens during birth. Discusses what's fun and what's hard about having a new baby in the house. NOTE: Shows a short sequence of the actual birth.
There was a time when few knew what dinosaurs looked like. This is the story of how Waterhouse Hawkins built the first life-sized dinosaur models and stunned the world with his creations. Based on the book by Barbara Kerley.
A small prairie town has few secrets but in Balgonie, Saskatchewan, William (Bill) Wallace Gibson had one. Each night, when most folks were home asleep, Bill was busy in his workshop. Bill had a dream. He was building a flying machine. This short puppet animation tells his story.
Tells the story of a young Jane Goodall and her special childhood toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. As the young Jane observes the natural world around her with wonder, she dreams of being able to help animals, until one day she finds that her dream has come true. Dr. Jane Goodall becomes a renowned humanitarian, conservationist, animal activist, environmentalist, and United Nations Messenger of Peace. Based on the book by Patrick McDonnell.
The Mars One initiative plans to establish a permanent settlement on Mars in 2023 and is looking for future astronauts. No experience necessary. But there is a catch; this trip is one way only. The documentary interviews aspiring astronauts from Germany, America, Brazil, and Belgium as they talk about what motivates them to consider leaving their parents, children, and loved ones behind for a mission they cannot refuse.
Bird lovers across Cyberspace have arrived at the Migration Celebration. When the trillers are a no-show, Professor Bobson knows something is amiss. After he cancels the event, phone calls and social media posts start reporting triller sightings all over Cyberspace. The Professor and kids recruit dozens of citizen scientists to record their observations when they see a triller. When all the citizen scientists have reported back, it leads to a shocking discovery. What is the data telling them? Part of the "Cyberchase" series.
A musical narration of the metamorphosis of a monarch butterfly. Illustrations reflect the changes from larva to caterpillar to magnificent monarch. Animated version of Lois Ehlert's award-winning book.
Dr. Lisa assists a family in finding the perfect dog. Parents Luke and Noelle are looking for a dog for their three children. Part of the "Rescue Me With Dr. Lisa" series.
Puppies are a joy to behold, but with that joy comes responsibility. Regardless of what kind of puppy one has, the same general rules apply when caring for a pet. Like people, all puppies have different personalities, and no two are exactly the same. For this reason, owners of new puppies or dogs will have to take time to get to know them, to build trust, and to discover what actually motivates them. Experts explain all the necessary steps to ensure that a puppy grows up to become a healthy, well-behaved, and much-loved addition to a family. NOTE: Bonus material follows main feature.
Wilbur the puppet introduces preschool children to familiar farm animals and the sounds they make. Encourages viewers to imitate the sounds of pigs, horses, roosters, sheep, dogs, ducks, rabbits, chicks and hens, donkeys, cats, goats, geese, and cows. Shows both adult and baby animals. No factual information given.
What is the science behind a teeter-totter or slide? Students learn about simple machines as they explore the playground. Part of the “Everyday Science for Preschoolers” series.
When well-mannered Elliot reluctantly visits the aquarium with his distractible father, he politely asks whether he can have a penguin. Then he removes one from the penguin pool and places it into his backpack. The fun of caring for a penguin in a New England Victorian house is followed by a surprise revelation by Elliot's father. Based on the book by Toni Buzzeo and David Small.
Bill Nye demonstrates simple experiments that can be done at home. These show scientific ideas about air pressure, weighing gas, bending light, static electricity, and others. Emphasizes that a good experiment is repeatable.
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