Canada: The Provinces and Territories, Volume 1: - Learn360

Introduction to Canada
More In Series: Canada: The Provinces and Territories

Grade(s): 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [06:11]
Canada is a diverse country both in geography and population. It is a bilingual country with both French and English as official languages. The population of the country embraces people with British, French, Inuit, First Nations, and mixed ancestry.
©2005, World Life Video Productions.

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Earth Day - Learn360


Holiday Facts & Fun: Earth Day
More In Series: Holiday Facts and Fun

Grade(s): Pre K - 2, 3-5
Run Time: [14:14]
This video tells the story behind Earth Day in the US and other countries, and illustrates the importance of establishing a healthful environment on the land, in the air, and in the waters of our planet. More importantly, the video shows youngsters what they can do today, and in the future, to help protect planet Earth.
©2005, Colman Communications.
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Fwd: Sub Zero - Learn360

Sub Zero

Grade(s): 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [45:13]
See how survival suits, snowmobiles and icebreakers have helped man conquer the earth's most chilling places. The human stories behind the inventions and technologies that shape our world. Travel to the South Pole and see how NASA protects astronauts.
©2005, A&E Television Networks.

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Holiday Facts & Fun: Valentine's Day - Learn360

Holiday Facts & Fun: Valentine's Day
More In Series: Holiday Facts and Fun

Grade(s): Pre K - 2, 3-5
Run Time: [12:49]
This video traces the roots of the holiday and tells the story of St. Valentine. It explains the history of Valentine's Day cards, and explains other traditions of the holiday, including Cupid, hearts, arrows, and the meaning of various kinds of flowers. It shows how the holiday is celebrated, including games played on Valentine's Day
©2006, Colman Communications.

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Emily's First 100 Days Of School- Learn360


Emily's First 100 Days Of School

Grade(s): Pre K - 2, 3-5
Run Time: [36:25]
With so much to do on her first day of school, Emily feels like it will take forever to reach 100, when her teacher announces they will have a party after 100 days. As the days and weeks go by, Emily and her new classmates learn new ideas, expand their world, and grow closer together one day at a time.
©2006, Weston Woods.

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Eliza Parker: Fighting for Freedom (African Canadian) - Learn360


Eliza Parker: Fighting for Freedom (African Canadian)
Series: Mother Tongue

Grade(s): 9-12
Run Time: [22:14]
16-year-old Toni Parker tells the story of her great-great grandmother Eliza Parker. After escaping slavery in Maryland, Eliza settled in the free state of Christiana, Pennsylvania where she met her husband William. On September 11th, 1851, the young couple was harbouring two runaway slaves when a slave-owner, accompanied by an armed posse, came to claim the men back. Eliza and her husband refused, and called for help from members of their self-defense organization. After fighting off the attack, Eliza and William made their way to Canada and set up home in the Free Black community, The Elgin Settlement, which today, is today located in North Buxton, Ontario, the town where Toni Parker and other descendants still live.
©2006, Susan Poizner.

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Time Flies: How to Tell Time - Learn360


Time Flies: How to Tell Time
 
Grade(s): Pre K - 2
Run Time: [24:09]
Illustrates the basic concepts and importance of telling time.
©2003, Sunburst Visual Media.

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Just Like You: Down Syndrome - Learn360

Just Like You: Down Syndrome
Series: Just Like You

Grade(s): Pre K - 2, 3-5, 6-8
Run Time: [13:37]
JUST LIKE YOU -- DOWN SYNDROME - explores the life, hopes, challenges and dreams of three kids living with Down syndrome. Elyssa, Rachel and Sam share personal stories to help viewers better understand their condition and why they wish to be treated just like you. Each of our stars has their own talents, characteristics, strengths and challenges. Down syndrome is just one part of who they are and this film identifies how to handle and accommodate differences while celebrating the many similarities our friends with Down syndrome have with their peers.
©2012, Just Like You Films.

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Addiction and the Food Industry - Learn360


Addiction and the Food Industry
Series: CBC News in Review

Grade(s): 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [15:25]
There is science behind the manufacturing of the foods we eat — science that makes us crave more, eat more, want more. That science is being used every day by the food giants to keep us hooked. They use sugar, salt and liquid fat to make foods as addictive as narcotics. In this report, CBC health reporter Kelly Crowe investigates how the food industry is manipulating consumers — all for the bottom line.
©2014, CBC.

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Desert - Learn360


Desert
Series: Extreme Environments
 
Grade(s): 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [25:38]
Encroaching deserts are estimated to affect 250 million people, however for those who have always lived in some of the driest locations on earth, there are a range of skills and traditions designed to help cope with the 'arid' life.
©2008, Worldwide Academics.

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Owl Moon - Learn360


Owl Moon

Grade(s): Pre K - 2, 3-5
Run Time: [08:37]
A young child and her father search the moonlit woods for the Great Horned Owl. Movingly narrated by author Jane Yolen.
©1990, Weston Woods.

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Big Hairy Spiders & Other Toxic Creatures - Learn360


Big Hairy Spiders & Other Toxic Creatures
Series: Animal Atlas

Grade(s):    3-5, 6-8
Run Time: [23:00]
A visit into the world of the arachnids, and a vivid explanation of which animals are venomous and why, like the tarantula and the rattlesnake, and which are poisonous, like the poison dart frog.
©2007, Bellum Entertainment/Midori Entertainment.

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Soccer Shooting Drills - Learn360


Soccer Shooting Drills - Learn360

Grade(s): 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [33:59]
SOCCER SHOOTING DRILLS continues with the tradition of the Youth Sports Club as nationally known youth coach and video producer Marty Schupak, has put together one of the most creative sports instructional videos to date. This video shows some of the best shooting drills used by teams on the recreational level all the way up through the professional ranks. This video is appropriate for ages 10 and up including high school, college and is a MUST for coaches who want to help improve individual and team shooting skills on their team. Also included in this program are, soccer skills, soccer drills, soccer fundamentals, soccer training, soccer conditioning, soccer instruction and soccer techniques.
©2005, Youth Sports Club.

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Re-Trial of Louis Riel - Part 1 - Learn360

Re-Trial of Louis Riel - Part 1
http://www.learn360.com/ShowVideo.aspx?ID=1168060&player=13

Grade(s): 6-8
Run Time: [41:00]
This two-part program allows the extraordinary opportunity to re-visit a very tumultuous time in Canada's history with one of our most controversial figures in a trial re-enactment prepared and presented by four prominent litigators. In the first part, the case is argued by Edward Greenspan for the defence and Alan Lenczner for the prosecution, and is presented before former B.C. Supreme Court judge, Thomas Berger. Guy Bertrand, a lawyer from Quebec plays Riel. The trial follows normal proceedings with both lawyers presenting their arguments, cross-examining "Riel" and giving their closing arguments, and the judge giving his summation of the case. The verdict, as voted by Canadians via the Internet following the original broadcast, is announced and discussed in the second part of the program. In the second part, an audience of Metis of all ages and backgrounds, including descendents of Riel, meet in an open forum to discuss the life and legacy of Riel.
©2002, CBC.

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Before You Apply: Resumes, Portfolios, and Your Online Persona - Learn360


Before You Apply: Resumes, Portfolios, and Your Online Persona

Grade(s): 9-12
Run Time: [27:21]
Job hunting is about selling yourself-but to make a sale, you have to advertise. From traditional paper resumes to new-media methods of self-promotion, this video explores the best ways for applicants to showcase their talents, accomplishments, and potential value to employers. An in-depth discussion of resume strategy highlights objectives, structure, formatting (both hard copy and electronic), and proofreading, followed by read-aloud examples that help clarify what employers do and don't like to see. Next comes a detailed look at creating work sample presentations, from basic notebook and photo-album layouts to digital and online portfolios. Visual demos show what might work in industries such as marketing, construction, and culinary arts. Finally, viewers are reminded that social networks like Facebook and LinkedIn are powerful promotional tools, if used wisely and professionally.  
©2011, Cambridge Educational (Premium).

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The Internet: A Guide for Students - Learn360

The Internet: A Guide for Students -  Learn360

Grade(s): 3-5
Run Time: [17:03]
Shows students how to use the Internet when researching reports. Also covers key issues youngsters face when using the Internet.
©2010, Colman Communications.

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George Littlechild - Aboriginal Artist - Learn360

George Littlechild
(Series: From the Spirit)

Grade(s): 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [24:38]
This internationally known successful painter was raised in foster homes separated from his Cree community. George's mixed-media paintings record his personal and family history as well as his reclamation and re-connection with his ancestral culture. George believes colours possess spiritual cleansing and purifying powers.
©2005, Earth Magic Media.

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Basketball Fundamentals on Learn360

Basketball Fundamentals

Grade(s): 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [44:42]
Marty Schupak's, Basketball Fundamentals, provides basketball techniques that are the foundation for success for all players. Coaches, parents, and players will learn how to teach and practice all of the basketball fundamentals and skills shown in this program. Whether playing on a driveway, a playground, or for a school team, this video will help players learn or polish their basic basketball fundamentals, leading to individual and team success on the court. The video highlights: Ball handling basics , V Cut, Advanced dribbling techniques, L Cut,, Ball handling games, Passing fundamentals & drills, Individual practice routines, Slow motion analysis, Offensive plays & moves, Pick and roll, Dual purpose drills, Boxing out & rebounding, Communication techniques, Defense techniques and more!
©2011, Youth Sports Club.

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Totem Pole Raising, Traditional Native Medicines - Learn360

Totem Pole Raising, Traditional Native Medicines
(Series: Creative Native)

Grade(s): 6-8, 9-12
Run Time: [23:41]
Acclaimed Tsimshian Totem pole carver David Boxley takes us through the process of how he constructs a totem pole. David Boxley, an artist from Matlakatla, Alaska, has carved over 56 poles that stand in galleries around the world. We see David's work unfold over the period of three months as he struggles to create a monumental piece of art. The dramatic finale is when a pole is raised and a celebration ensues. Vibrant traditional music and dance complete this dramatic segment. Finally, Tamara shows us how to make cedar soap with Indigenous designs and raffia. Tamara melts soap, adds fragrance and color, then pours it into moulds. Tamara then primes the soap and decorates with unique Indigenous designs. The final product is decorated with raffia and displayed in a bathroom.
©2001, The Creative Native.

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