Explores the theme of "entrances" in children's literature and film from the physical, emotional, and symbolic perspectives. Materials containing each type of theme are suggested. Programming ideas for developing the theme using art, storytelling, dramatic play, and creative writing activities are provided. A resource list including 91…

Presents an annotated bibliography of 88 videos released between 1990 and 1994 designed to help children and young adults become more knowledgeable about the transmission and prevention of AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). Order information and grade levels are given to help school library selectors…

This is the first in a series of annotated lists of videos that are being published to help school librarians select materials that emphasize the historical and cultural contributions of ethnic minority groups. It reviews more than 200 videos that document the contributions of African Americans. (LRW)

This document provides a comprehensive guide to archaeological films and video tapes of archaeological interest. Individual films and film series are listed alphabetically by title. Each entry includes the following information: title, series, date, length, color/black & white, format, purchase and rental prices, distributor/rental source,…

This list of 19 films and videotape recordings was developed in response to teacher requests for practical methods and materials for teaching about cultural similarities and differences. An introductory section briefly discusses classroom teaching about cross-cultural issues and the potential uses of the films included in the list. Indexes list…

Designed for media specialists and educators, this issue includes seven articles focusing on humanistic films for children. Following a brief editorial encouraging the ideals of humanism, the first article presents an analysis of seven films with positive sex-role models. Included is a model for evaluating children's films. The second article…

A model user's guide for the film, "The Frog King or Faithful Henry," introduces media specialists and educators to the range of possibilities for developing different activities for different objectives and age levels from a single film. An introductory article provides a synopsis of the film, rationale for its choice as a model, a…

This filmography is a selective listing of 287 films dealing with the topics of war and peace for use with K-12 and college students and with adults. The annotated guide will be of use to anyone planning a world affairs program and of special value to those interested in the problem of war. A wide variety of subject areas are treated in the films.…

Despite the powerful role that film can play in the classroom, many teachers are reluctant to use it. They are either afraid of the equipment and technical knowledge, or feel unprepared because they have never studied films or filmmaking themselves. This paper is directed toward the would-be film teacher. It offers guidelines, suggests activities,…

Designed to provide units of study that would be: relevant to American Indian students, a contribution to the eradication of misconceptions and fallacies associated with the Indian, and materials that are easily accessible and easily incorporated in existing educational programs, this social studies curriculum unit on Indians of Canada presents…

Prepared by the participants of a conference on sexism in education, this bibliography lists instructional materials relating to the role of women in society. Each of the 60 listings gives the media type, the producer or author, the audience level, information about availability, a brief description of the contents, and some evaluative comments.…

This catalog contains a listing of over 1,000 16mm films of interest to students, teachers, and researchers in sociology. Whenever possible, content reflects current trends toward increased interdisciplinary investigation. In the main body of the catalog, the films are listed alphabetically by title. For each entry, information is given on…

The fourth article in a series designed to help library selectors enhance their collections of materials on multicultural diversity provides a list of 92 videos about the cultural heritage of Hispanic Americans. Each entry includes ordering information, grade level, and a brief annotation. A list of distributors is also included. (LRW)

A compilation of diverse lesson plans, project ideas, and resources for teaching the United States Constitution to junior high and senior high school students is presented. The document contains seven sections: (1) Teaching the Constitution: An Interdisciplinary Approach; (2) A Sampling of New Books on the Constitution; (3) Films and Videotapes;…

Designed as a comprehensive resource guide for educators, health-care professionals, and media librarians, this document contains information on 45 aging-related films which are humanistic in nature, i.e., films which recreate an individual's experience at a specific time and in a particular setting. The text is divided into five chapters, each…