Multimedia Buyers' Directory 2005 Q-S
-- School Library Journal, 8/1/2005
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800/347-8679 One Stop Pas Nowhere. 1 CD. 63:09 min., ISBN 61432-3804-2. $ 14.99.
Gr 1-6–An adventure in the world of imagination through stories and music. Riding on a magical school bus, listeners experience stories from different world cultures. Children are encouraged to discover the magic in their own lives and create stories from it. ROUNDER RECORDS
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800/ROUNDER Scat Like That: A Musical Word Odyssey. 1 CD. 42 min. with liner notes. $14.98.
PreS-Gr 4–Sing along on tongue twisters, scat singing, limericks, yodeling, pig Latin and more. Clever, witty, playful and adventurous, this musical journey with Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer travels through big band swing, polka, blues, folk, old-time country, and Latin sounds. These songs are designed for fun at home, in the car, and in the classroom. RYMAR PUB. CO.
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516/466-3374 Bubblebee. 1 CD. 66 min. #501. $10 (+ s/h).
PreS-Gr 3–Upbeat songs of various genres with positive messages.
How Great Thou Art. 1 CD. 42:13 min. #502. $ 10 (+ s/h).
Gr all levels–Features Helen Hart, vocalist, chosen "Best Singer in the Caribbean 2004" by EXA singing nine classic Gospel songs, including "How Great Thou Art," "Ave Maria," "His Eye Is on the Sparrow," and "We Shall Behold Him."
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952/939-9080 Building Connections…100 + Ideas to Improve School Climate. video. 80 min. withguidebook/assessment tool, CD-ROM. $99 (+ $8 s/h).
Gr 9-12–Telly Award winning program for high school students and school improvement councils. Improve academic performance by improving school climate. For student leaders, educators, administrators, parents. What's It About? 4 DVDs. with 60-page facilitator's guide. $199.
Gr 7-12–The four parts include: Making Memories, Being Respectful, Staying Motivated, and Learning to Lead. Features Emmy award-winning speaker, Mark Scharenbroich talking to a live audience and closes with the high school seniors sharing advice about how to be successful in school. SCHLESSINGER MEDIA
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800/843-3620 The Arab World (Series). 6 videos or 6 DVDs. 38 min. ea. (closed captioned). with tchr's. guide. Prod. by SWR and SWR Media GmbH, lic. by Telepool. video: #D6850, DVD: #V6160. $ 179.70 ser., $29.95 ea., Includes: Ancient Cities of the Arab World, Vol. I; Ancient Cities of the Arab World, Vol. II; Ancient Trade Routes of the Arab World; Arab Dynasties; Art & Architecture of the Arab World, Vol. I; Art & Architecture of the Arab World, Vol. II.
Gr 7 Up–Explore Arabic culture and civilization from ancient to modern times. This series, along with Wonders of the Ancient World, Natural Wonders of the Worl,d and Wonders of the Asian World, highlight the World Heritage Sites as identified by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization). Economics for Children (Series). 4 videos or 4 DVDs. 23min. ea. (closed captioned). with tchr's. guide. video: #K6745, DVD: #V6080. $119.80 ser., $29.95 ea. Includes: Saving, Spending & Investing Money; Starting a Business; U.S. Industries & Resources; What Is Economics?
K-Gr 4–In this live-action series, basic economic concepts are illustrated and explained through daily activities in the home and the community. Explore the differences between wants and needs, and see how goods and services are provided to communities in the U.S. and around the world. Greatest American Tall Tales & Legends for Children (Series). 10 videos or 10 DVDs. 23 min. ea. (closed captioned). with tchr's. guide. video: #K6985, DVD: #V6170. $299.50 ser., $29.95 ea. Includes: Annie Oakley; Creating a Tall Tale; Davy Crockett; John Henry; Johnny Appleseed; Mose Humphreys; Old Stormalong; Paul Bunyan; Pecos Bill; Regional Tall Tales.
K-Gr 4–This animated series captures the humor and relevance of the folklore tradition. An energetic storyteller places each tale in its historical and geographical context and regales viewers with colorful "firsthand" accounts. Test-Taking Tips for Children (Series). 3 videos or 3 DVDs. 23min. ea. (closed captioned). with tchr's. guide. video: #K6715, DVD: #V6085. $89.85 ser., $29.95 ea. Includes: How to Answer Test Questions; Taking Tests in Different Subjects; What Are Tests?
Gr 3-6–This series enables young learners to understand what tests are, how they work, and what they measure, allowing students to be better prepared and feel more confident when taking tests—particularly state assessments mandated by No Child Left Behind. Writing for Students (Series). 7 videos or 7 DVDs. 23min. ea. (closed captioned). with tchr's. guide. video: #L6600, DVD: #V6220. $279.65 ser. $39.95 ea. Includes: Creative & Narrative Writing; Editing & Proofreading; Using the Writing Process; Writing Effective Paragraphs; Writing Expository Essays; Writing for Formal & Informal Purposes; Writing Persuasive Essays.
Gr 5-9–Two lively hosts journey through the world of writing, uncovering the ins and outs of writing effectively, and sharing real-world skills, tips, and techniques along the way, such as prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading. SISU HOME ENTERTAINMENT
www.sisuent.com
212/947-7888 Animated Haggadah. video or DVD. 30 min. Prod. by Scopus Films.video: ISBN 1-56086-314-5: $24.95; DVD, ISBN 1-56086-315-3: $29.95.
PreS-Gr 3–Animation/claymation. Nationally broadcast on PBS, it features traditional and contemporary Passover songs and stories. Shalom Shabbat. DVD40 min.Prod. by Scopus Films. ISBN 1-56086-317-X.$29.95.
PreS-Gr 6–Colorful claymation and live action. Traditional and contemporary Shabbat songs and stories the whole family will enjoy, featuring Topol (Fiddler on the Roof). Includes a rousing version of the song, "Shalom Aleichem."In English with songs in Hebrew. Shalom Sesame. 5 videos or 5 DVDs. approx. 1 hr. ea. Prod. by Sesame Workshop. video:ISBN 1-56086-325-0,DVD: ISBN 1-56086-324-2. $99.95 ser.,$19.95 ea.
PreS-Gr 6–Puppets and live action. Eleven shows include journeys through Israel's past and present, celebration of major Jewish holidays, and introduction to the Hebrew alphabet, all through songs, stories, and sights. Features Elmo, Ernie, and the Sesame Street family and friends, with appearances by celebrities Mary Tyler Moore, Bonnie Franklin, Jerry Stiller, Sarah Jessica Parker, and others. 2 Kuni Leme. DVD. 2 hrs. Prod. by United King Prods. ISBN 1-56086-273-4. $34.95.
Gr 6 Up–Feature film/live action/comedy. A matchmaker without suitable suitors, look alikes who don't match, and daughters who deceive are the unlikely heroes of this madcap musical comedy about lovers and other strangers. Features the entire Burstyn family—celebrated Yiddish theatre stars and Broadway legend Mike Burstyn. Uncle Chaim. video or DVD. 43 min. Prod. by Middos Prods. video: ISBN 1-56086-323-4, DVD: ISBN 1-56086-322-6. $29.95.
Gr 6 Up–Live action/inspirational drama. Uncle Chaim is a mentally handicapped man who has always been shunned by his brother, Abie. Abie has never mentioned Chaim to his friends or even his son.Now he's faced with a harrowing dilemma: choose Chaim and risk his own son's love, or live with the consequences of conscience. SOUNDWORKS USA
www.soundworks.net
888/401-4487 FDR: "Mr. President." 1 CD. 70 min. ISBN 1-885959-31-1. $15.95.
Gr 6 Up–Original audio from 10 speeches including: The Polish Invasion, Introducing the Draft Lottery, and Fireside Chats. The Greatest Speeches of All-Time, Vol. II.DVD. 94:30 min.ISBN 1-885959-67-2. $19.99; also avail. 1 CD, ISBN 1-885959-59-1: $15.95.
Gr 6 Up–Contains highlights of the most important and well-known speeches of modern times. Seen and heard in this original footage are speeches from world leaders including: FDR, John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Jr., Ronald Reagan, Jesse Jackson, and William Jefferson Clinton. President Lyndon Baines Johnson: "LBJ." 1 CD. 60:04 min. ISBN 1-885959-38-1. $15.95.
Gr 6 Up–Highlights of 10 speeches including: Signing the Civil Rights Bill, Voting Rights Act, the Education Bill, Vietnam, and Refusal to Run for Re-election. Sir Winston Churchill: "The War Years." DVD. 42 min.ISBN 1-885959-71-0. $19.99.
Gr 6 Up–Highlights of 10 dramatic speeches of Sir Winston Churchill that changed the history of the world contained in original footage. SPOKEN ARTS
www.spokenartsmedia.com
800/326-4090 Ella the Elegant Elephant. video. 10:22 min. ISBN0-8045-9707-3. $49.95; also avail. cassette with hardcover book, ISBN0-8045-6933-9: $27.95; CD with hardcover book, ISBN0-8045-4128-0: $29.95.
PreS-Gr 3–The littlest elephant in Little Village is also just a little bit shy. She's moved to a new neighborhood, and has to start at a new school. Good thing she has her grandma's lucky hat to take along. But Belinda Blue the bully doesn't like Ella. And she doesn't like her hat! And that means trouble with a capitol "B." John Philip Duck. video or DVD. 23:15 min. video, ISBN 0-8045-9706-5: $49.95; DVD, ISBN 0-8045-8001-4: $51.95; also avail. cassette with hardcover book, ISBN 0-8045-6932-0: $27.95; CD with hardcover book, ISBN 0-8045-4127-2: $29.95.
K-Gr 4–During the Depression, a young Memphis boy trains his pet duck to do tricks in the fountain of a grand hotel and ends up becoming the Duckmaster of the Peabody Hotel. Narrated and introduced by author Patricia Polacco. Meet the Barkers. video or DVD. 13:55 min. video, ISBN 0-8045-9708-1: $49.95; DVD, ISBN0-8045-8002-2: $51.95; also avail. cassette with paperback book, ISBN 0-8045-6934-7: $17.95; CD with paperback book, ISBN 0-8045-4129-9: $19.95.
K-Gr 2–The Barker Twins are about to go to school for the first time. Morgie and Moffie can't wait. First it's off to buy backpacks and pencil boxes, and then it's off to school! As the week goes on, Moffie wins gold stars and Morgie makes new friends. But by the end of the week each has helped the other understandhow to make new friends and earn gold stars. By Tomie DePaola. No Dogs Allowed! video or DVD. 13:55 min. video, ISBN 0-8045-9701-4: $49.95; DVD, ISBN 0-8045-8003-0: $51.95; also avail. cassette with hardcover book, ISBN 0-8045-6927-4: $27.95; CD with hardcover book, ISBN 0-8045-4101-9: $29.95.
PreS-Gr 3–When Iris, her family, and the neighbors take a trip to the Enchanted Lake, everyone brings what they think is needed, but the family dog turns out to be a problem. This is a humorous story of a warm, close-knit Hispanic community. Introduced and narrated by author Sonia Manzano; illustrated by Jon J. Muth. The Umbrella. video or DVD. 8:05 min. video, ISBN 0-8045-9705-7: $49.95; DVD, ISBN 0-8045-8004-9: $51.95; also avail. cassette with hardcover book, ISBN 0-8045-6931-2: $27.95; CD with hardcover book, ISBN 0-8045-4126-4: $29.95.
PreS-Gr 2–A walk through the Costa Rican cloud forest provides a wonderfully lush setting for Jan Brett's beloved animal illustrations. A tropical companion to The Mitten.
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