GA E300A2 si F5 1965 f at 4 c 7 c urFILMS FOR USE IN COUNTY and REGIONAL LIBRARIES Revised January 1965 Issued By PUBLIC LIBRARY UNIT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION GEORGIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ATLANTA GEORGIA 30303 c o 3 U 2 O o O i CO t E E2 5 D Z CO Q z O CO iPlLfi SERVICE TO PUBLIC LIBRARIES The Georgia State Department of Education has made available the resources of its AudioVisual Service to the public libraries of the state that can qualify for this service A special group of films for public library use has been provided in addition to the collection of films for school use Public libraries may register to use both collections subject to the regulations governing each It is the purpose of the public library service to lend films to county or regional libraries for use in their own library programs and for loan to responsible organized groups and agencies exclusive of public schools who are following a serious education program and turn to the library for pro gram 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46th Street New York New York 10019 A F Films A F Films Inc 1600 Broadway New York New York 10019 Atlantis Atlantis Productions Inc 89k Sheffield Place Thousand Oaks California ALA American Library Association Publishing Department 50 East Huron Street Chicago Illinois 606II Austrl News Australian News and Information Bureau Films Department 63O Fifth Avenue New York New York Alemann Alemann Productions Inc P 0 Eox T62kh Los Angeles 5 California AVED AVED Films 793 Santa Monica Boulevard Hollywood k6 California AllenMoore AllenMoore Productions Inc 213 West 7th Street Los Angeles California B F Comm Broadcasting and Film Commiss n 220 Fifth Avenue New York New York 10001 Allendor Allendor Productions 607 N La Brea Avenue Los Angeles 36 California Almanac Almanac Films Inc 516 Fifth Avenue New York New York 10018 Amer Inst Arch American Institute of Architects 1735 New York Avenue N W Washington D C 20006 Baer Lewis S Baer I63O Lakeside Drive Orlando Florida Bailey Bailey Films Inc 6509 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10019 Line Francis R Line Productions 35l6l Cemino Capistrano Capistrano Eeach California Lobett Lobett Productions 2002 Taravel Street San Francisco l6 California Luth Lutheran Church Productions Inc 11 West i2nd Street New York New York IOO36 McGrawHill McGrawHill Book Company Text Film Department 330 West 2nd Street New York New York 10018 Meth Methodist Publishing Company 810 Broadway Nashville 2 Tennessee Methodist Temp General Board of Temperance The Methodist Church 100 Maryland Avenue N E Washington D C 20002 Mikjls TV Mikels Film Productions 220 Drake Road Bend Oregon MillerWood Productions 20117 Califa Street Woodland Hills California MMAFL Museum of Modern Art Film Library 11 West 53rd Street New York New York 10019 MOT March of Time Forum Edition Distributed by McGrawHill Book Company Text Film Department 330 West U2nd Street New York New York 10018 Nat Safety Council National Safety Council Film Service Bureau 125 Michigan Avenue Chicago Illinois 6o6ll NC North Carolina Department of Public Instruc tion Raleigh North Carolina Neubacher Neubacher Productions 1750 Westvood Blvd Los Angeles California New Method New Method Book Bindery Inc West Morton Road Jacksonville Illinois NFB National Film Board of Canada 1270 Avenue of the Americas New York New York 10020 Northern Northern Films P 0 Eox 98 Main Office Station Seattle WashingtonNovik David Novik Productions 2868 Centinela Avenue West Los Angeles 6k California NYSEC New York State Department of Commerce 112 State Street Albany 7 New York NYU New York University Film Library 26 Washington Place New York New York 10003 Official Official Films Inc 25 West i5th Street New York New York 10019 Park Films Park Films 288 N Almont Drive Beverly Hills California Petite Petite Film Company 17C0 College Avenue Tempe Arizona Pictosound Prod Pictosound Productions U010 Lindell Boulevard St Louis 8 Missouri Pizzo Pizzo Films 80 Fairway Drive Daly City California Productions Unlimited Productions Unlimited Inc 156I Broadway New York New York IOO36 Progressive Progressive Pictures 6351 Thornhill Drive kland 11 California Pyramid Pyramid Film Productions P 0 Eox 10U8 Santa Monica California Rembrandt Rembrandt Films 267 West 25thStreet New York New York Sid Davis Sid Davi Productions lltl8 N Highland Avenue Hollywood 28 California Sid 0 Fields Sid 0 Fields 5137 Laural Canyon Blvd N Hollywood California A M I Uiili Sam Orleans Sam Orleans Associates 211 West Cumberland Avenue Knoxville Tennessee Sterling Sterling Films Inc 316 West 57th Street New York New York 10019 Tabletopper Tabletopper Productions Route 1 Box 796 Escondido California TFC Teaching Films Custodians Inc 25 West k3vd Street New York New York 10018 UN United Nations Film Division h05 East U2nd Street New York New York use University of Southern California AudioVisual Service Department 3518 University Avenue Los Angeles 7 CaliforniaUWF Unit 3d World Films Inc lM5 Park Avenue New fork New York 10029 Village Films Village Films Box 2U569 Westwood Village Los Angeles 2k California Virginia Educ Bd Virginia Education Board Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Education Richmond 16 Virginia Weston Weston Woods Studios Westcn Connecticutt Wing Wing Productions Inc 252 Great Road Bedford Massachusetts Wis U University of Wisconsin Bureau of Visual Instruction University Extension Division 1312 West Johnson Street Madison 6 Wisconsin World Artists World Artists Inc 8255 Beverly Boulevard Los Angeles kQ California YA Young America Films Inc 18 East last Street New York New York 10017 Princeton Film Ctr Carter Road Princeton New Jersey 8DESCRIPTIVE LIST OF l6ll EDUCATIONAL SOUND FILMS AVAILABLE TO PUBLIC LIERARIES FROM THE OECRGIA DEPARTMENT CF EDUCATION S ABRAHAM LINCOLN A BACKGROUND STUDY color L2110 2 reels Relates Lincolns great contributions to present day life to his writings and speeches The Kentucky hills the Indiana background and the Illinois prairie country where Lincoln traveled as a pioneer country lawyer and leader provide a realistic background for this presentation CORONET 1951 ADVENTURE IN MATURITY L2033 2 reels Problems of the aging population are pointed up in the story of a grandmother who had an old outlook on life and was a burden personally as well as finan cially until she was jolted into a better attitude by comments from a friend Empahsizes the need for mature women to remain active and interested in others through showing the work of a group who fill their lives with service to others and satisfaction to themselves IFB 1955 ADOBE CITY color L2300 2 reels Effects of the three cultures IndianSpanish and English are shown in the development of the city of Santa Fe New Mexico Emphasis is placed upon the many historic landmarks made of mud testifying to the lasting qualities of the adobe structure is shown and the method of making adobe today is compared with that used by Indians in preSpanish days CONTEMPORARY 1961 ADVENTURES OF color Animated drawings depict the matur from childhood to adult The doing and understanding his envir repetition has lost the wonderful boy grows up and becomes a father curiosity and joy in seeing Orig freedom spontaneity fun happine used for study of human relations music by art and music students L271 1 reel ing process of man symbolized by the figure young boy enjoys the fun of seeing testing onment His father dulled by monotony and childlike approach to new things When the he joins his son in rediscovering childhood inal jazz score creates appealing feeling of ss and sadness color adds to mood May be primary children study of art work and jazz HARRISON 1957 ADVENTURES OF A BABY FOX L2168 1 reel Unusual photography by the eminent Swedish photographer Arre Sucksdorff makes this film suitable for camera enthusiasts as well as for nature study groups at all levels Narration is in verse and an original musical score adds to the unusual features of the film EBF 1955 AFRICA AWAKENS MODERN NIGERIA color L223 2 reels A summary of the history and development of Nigeria which gives an understanding of this part of Africa Stresses the contrasts and changes taking place as in one generation a country moves from a primitive to a complex civilization Useful in discussion groups and with other groups seeking to understand the new nations of the world and the peoples of Africa ATLANTIS 1961 AFRICAN BIG GAME L207 2 reels All the adventure and thrill of the jungle is portrayed in the hunt for lions crocodiles elephants antelopes buffalo deer and other wild animals in the region of French Equatorial Africa AFFILMS 198 9 gMAFRICAN BIRDLIFE color L350 1 reel Beautiful camera studies of the birds to tie found in the continent of Africa Points out the importance of the environment in attracting and keeping the more exotic species Useful for bird clubs scout groups etc HOEFLER 1963 AFRICANS ALL color L2U2U 3 reels Useful as an introduction to the study and understanding of modern Africa this film blends live photography colorful and lively animated drawings cries of animals street noises and other sounds recorded on the spot Does not cover the rapidly changing political and social situations in Africa concentrating instead on the contrasts and contradictions found as one attempts to answer the question What is the real Africa Shows varied climates and peoples animals governments and cultures which might be encountered as a jet plane moves southward from Algiers to Capetown INTFLMFD 1963 AGE OF TURMOIL L2159 2 reels One of a series of films dealing with the development of children and young people this film is correlated with the book Adolescent Development by Elizabeth B Hurlock Illustrates behavior which is characteristic of and reflects the emotional turmoil of the early teenager Should be useful in promoting understanding by parents teachers etc MCGRAWHILL 1952 AGED LAND color L2182 3 reels A film about people and their way of life this beautiful film reveals much of the rugged character and beauty both of the Greeks and of their land Shows towering mountains windswept valleys jewels of islands and white seaside villages Includes the ruins of the Greece that used to be as well as the Greece that is today IFB 1961 AICOHOL AND THE HUMAN BODY L2001 2 reels Graphically explains the specific effects of alcohol on the human body describing the characteristics of alcohol and how it is made Traces the course of alcohol through the body until it either oxidizes or escapes Reveals the progressive effects of alcohol on the important brain centers of judgment muscular control vision and coordination Dramatizes the case of a problem drinker and prescribes a treatment EBF 199 ALCOHOLISM L2084 2 reels Attempts to show how the roots of this illness are embedded personality difficulties often relating back to the early formative years of the victims childhood and how it can be treated through psychotherapy Presents a case study of three types of alcoholics tracing the development of the disorder from its origin EBF 1952 ALLEN IS MY BROTHER color L272 1 reel This film emphasizing the meaning of a family is narrated by the mother Emphasis is placed on what the members of a family mean to one another and how they help one another especially with the younger ones Karen 7 overcomes her feeling that her brother Allen 3 is a nuisance and learns to accept him Believable children appear in natural realistic situations which should make the film useful in practically any group seeking to understand child behavior CHURCHILL 1957 10ALPINE WILEFLOWERS color L313 1 reel Presents the yearly life cycle of the most commonly seen highmountain wildflowers Shows the adaptations these plants have made to the difficult growing conditions found in the two highest life zones on earth PETITE i960 AMAZON FAMILY color L225 3 reels The life and work of the people in a small community in Bolivia 2500 miles up the Amazon River on one of its tributaries where life centers around the gathering and handling of wild rubber Every step in the process of gathering the latex and preparing it for shipment is shown and the way in which every member of the family cooperates and how members of the community work together is brought out ingenuously in the photography Beautiful photography and scenery carefully planned and edited make this an unusual film suitable for many uses and many age levels INT FLM FD 1961 AMERICAN FLAG color L2076 2 reels Recounts the history of flags on the North American continent from Columbus time through the Revolutionary War the Betsy Ross legend the story of Francis Scott Key and the Civil War to the addition of the fortyeighth state and its corresponding white star Describes our flags place in todays demo cratic institutions Useful for patriotic programs of groups of all kindsEBF 195 AMERICAN FLAMINGO color L2l8l 2 reels The breeding grounds of the American Flamingo are visited with a camera allowing the viewer to have a glimpse of the habits and behavior of these unusual tropical birds Excellent color CARLIN 1955 AMERICAN MUSEUM color L226 3 reels The function of a museum is clearly set forth in this portrayal of the operation of the communitysupported City Art Museum of St Louis Shows how the museum serves all segments of the community and how people have turned to it for the help it can give in their community life and activity PRINCETON FILM CENTER i960 AMERICAN SQUARE DANCE L101 1 reel Teaches the patterns of Americas beloved folk dances From the Alemande Left to the DoSiDo this film demonstrates the fundamentals and then combines them in a closing performance of the traditional Take A Little Peek CORONET 197 ANDY AND THE LION color L129 1 reel Another in the Story Parade series of films made from skillful animation of wellchosen really good childrens stories Uses drawings from the original awardwinning book and has a good storyteller to narrate the account of Andys kindness to the lion with a thorn in his paw and their resulting friendship WESTON 1956 ANGER AT WORK color L2227 2 reels Explains the headache switch one of the mental mechanisms of mans personality which induces displacement of anger onto other men and impairs efficiency in everyday living Dramatized incidents depict techniques which individuals have developed for handling anger resentment and frustration IFB 1956 11ANIMALS OF AIASKA color L27 1 reel Produced from footage obtained over a period of 12 years by Alaskas outstanding wildlife photographer Cecil E Rhode lecturer and national director of the Izaak Walton League of America Shows intimate lives of brown bear moose caribou walrus musk oxen mountain sheep mountain goat and several other wild animals typical of the northland Will appeal to sports fans and lovers of the outof doors NORTHERN 1958 ARCHITECTURE WEST color L212 2 reels Examples of American architecture in western USA particularly California and Oregon contrasting the ornate styles of the late nineteenth century with the modern style Emphasis is on the modern building throughout ALLENMOORE ARRANGING FLOWERS IN YOUR HOME color L2379 3 reels Easic principles of arranging flowers for the home are illustrated The narration covers the importance of choice of flovers containers methods of prolonging the life of arrangements Suggests arrangement for various spots in the home and shows in detail how to make several of them CORNELL U 1959 ART AND MOTION L2099 2 reels The relationships between motion in Nature in spacetime concepts arid abstract art forms are emphasized in this unusually beautiful film Background music is especially interesting EBF 1952 ART IN AMERICA L2124 3 reels Leading American artists of today are interviewed briefly and their outstanding paintings and art work are shown in a tour through museums and studios Film was originally produced for television by March of Time MCGRAWHILL 1953 ART IN THE WESTERN WORLD color L2268 3 reels Through examining many of the treasures to be found in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D C this film seeks to bring to the viewer a better understanding and a deeper meaning of them so that lives may be enriched thereby An excellent production technically it is suitable for groups of all ages particularly those having an interest in art EBF 1958 ART CF METAL SCULPTURE color L2252 2 reels Sculptor Tom McClure was commissioned to design and produce a large metal sculpture to be permanently displayed at one of the worlds largest shopping centers This film follows the design and construction of this impressive work The creative tools employed include a welding torch bandsaw vise anvil hammer etc Unusual close ups show how metal under intense heat can be worked as a fluid plastic material Attention is also given to the growing role of business as the modern day patron of the fine arts PORTAFILMS 1958 ART TREASURES FROM THE VIENNA COLLECTIONS color L2133 3 reels Presents outstanding examples of art objects covering the centuries between the Roman Emperor Augustus and Napoleon These were collected by important and out standing collectors in Vienna before World War II Includes jewels rock crystals paintings tapestries and a sequence on arms and armor LFB 195 ARTERIES OF LIFE color L103 1 reel Points out the importance of water in providing topsoil with necessary moisture and of forests in storing and regulating the flow of water over large areas Clearly explains the water cycle and the water table and describes natures method of distributing lifegiving water from forested areas through the soil into streams and thence to drier areas miles away EBF 1948 12 APIS AND CRAFTS OF NCRVAY color L2178 2 reels The development of Norwegian arts and crafts from the early middle ages to the present is shown with glimpses of the preparation of plant dye used in the twelfth century Ealdishol tapestry and still used today In ceramics and silver craft the living tradition is expressed by individual craftsmen and through instruction at the Academy of Applied Arts in Oslo STERLING 1955 ATATURK THE FATHER OF MOEERN TURKEY color L2328 3 reels Mustapha Kemal Ataturk is presented as the man who almost singlehandedly led Turkey out of the Middle Ages into the 20th Century Shows how he assumed control of the disintegrating Ottoman Empire at the close of World War I and led in the reorientation of education religion and politics and in their joining the NATO alliance Kinescope of the Twentieth Century television program MCGRAW l96l ATOMIC ENERGY L10 1 reel Shows by means of animation how nuclear synthesis is accomplished how radiant energy is released and how nuclear fission and the chain reaction are effected It is a pure science film showing the processes in a greatly simplified manner EBF 19V7 AUEUBON AND THE BIRDS OF AMERICA color L2185 2 reels The film depicts Audubons youthful beginnings in America his struggles and repeated business failures his intense interest in painting wildlife and his decision to dedicate his life to art which eventually resulted in the publication of his mag nificent work The Birds of Americs Useful for bird study and with art enthusiasts CORONET 1957 AUSTRALIA 2nd ed color L2289 3 reels A survey of a very interesting country this film uses facts and pictures to create a warm interest in the people and their country Color photography is especially good in portraying the green colorful country EBF 1959 AUTUMN PASTORALE color L258 1 reel Viewers join two children and their dog in an adventure of pure delight in the beauties of nature in the Fall season There is no dialogue but a wellchosen orchestral acccmpaniment blends perfectly with the color photography as it shows the children on a walk through the woods along a stream and through the open fields romping and playing in the leaves and the bright sunshine The effect is one of freshness brightness and gaiety PORTAFILMS 1955 BACKBREAKING LEAF L2337 3 reels The complete process of harvesting tobacco in the Delhi Ontario area is presented in terms of the people engaged in tobacco farming and in the seasonal picking and pro cessing of the crop Depicts the rigorous life of the sixweek harvest season affords insight into the regional economy and the social customs of the people from many different national backgrounds who come for various reasons to take part in the tobacco harvest NFB 1959 BALD EAGLE color L2l8l 3 reels Explores both the habitat and the living habits of the U S national bird using footage made by the late Charles Broley a Canadian banker who spent much time studying and photographing the bald eagle Provides information about the birds nesting and migratory habits as well as pertinent census statistics A versatile film which has a wide range of appeal to such varied groups as Boy Scouts Girl Scouts garden clubs sportsmen and nature study organizations CORNELL UNIV lS6l 13BALLET GIRL L2193 3 reels The world of ballet is seen through the eyes of a young girl just beginning her career as a ballerina Tenyearold Kirsten Arnvig is followed from her first visit backstage to the tryout for entrance to the Ballet School of the Royal Danish Ballet through her early experiences there After crowded days of learning and practice she makes her debut in Bournonvilles ballet The Conservatory Several noted dancers of the Royal Danish Ballet appear briefly and the film is narrated by Clair Bloom of Britains Old Vic theatre BRANDON 1956 BALTIMORE PLAN L211U 2 reels Here is the actual story of the effort made by the city of Baltimcre in slum clearance and urban redevelopment Blighted areas have been turned into an en vironment for healthy comfortable urban living Much stress is laid on the fact that it was the people of the community iteelf who set up and demanded enforcement of the necessary ordinances EBF 1953 BEAR COUNTRY color L2253 3 reels The Disney organization has produced a delightfully appealing and informative film dealing with bears and their neighbors Shows the yearly cycle of bears from one winters hibernation to another Unusually good color photography DISNEY PROD 1957 BEAVER DAM color L227 2 reels Two small boys a big beaver and his family a flooded road and hayfield near the pond created by the dam the beavers built are the elements of this stcry The boys enjoy watching the beavers work and like to swim in the pond they create They thwart their fathers efforts to shoot the beaver but when they realize the damage to the flooded road and field they break the dam and help to get in the hay Their father agrees not to shoot the beaver Undaunted the beaver happily goes about rebuilding the dam and his home CONTEMPORARY i960 BEAVER VALLEY color L2131 3 reels A true life story recounting the adventures in the life of a beaver colony in Beaver Valley nestled among the Rocky Mountains of the Continental Divide Beautiful scenery amusing well narrated script Music is chosen with imagination and humor to synchronize with the action and catch the flavor and mood of the theme DISNEY PROD 1953 BERLIN OUTPOST CF FREEDOM color L2290 2 reels Modern Berlin with historical coverage since 195 is the subject of this documentary film Good background material thorough documenting of events and situations without undue etreea on the details of the political situation Useful for discussion groups on foreign affairs it emphasizes the differences in life in this divided city stressing the advantages of the western city over communist East Berlin ALEMANN 1959 BETWEEN THE TIDES color L2291 2 reels The seashore between tides offers an opportunity to explore the ways of life of many plants and animals peculiar to the sea and the shore The setting is the English coast In addition to values for nature study groups the scenes of the sea the shore and the cliffs offer travel values and entertainment CONTEMPORARY 1959 IkBIG DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS color L36 1 reel The sights and sounds of Christmas as illustrated in the bustle of the downtown shopping section of Chicago are so absorbing that a snail boy about 10 years old who becomes separated from hisparents does not even realize that he is lost I Minimum use of words and pleasant musical background AVED 1962 BILL OF RIGHTS color L2073 2 reels A film showing the steps leading to the incorporation of the Bill of Rights in the Federal Constitution Gives emphasis to the importance of the document in our American and world situation at this critical time TFC 1939 BIRD MIGRATION color L105 1 reel Over sixteen species of birds are presented showing their course of flight and distance traveled Possible reasons for migration are examined and some bird calls are included HEIDENKAMP 190 BIRDS IN WINTER color L281 1 reel Discusses birds that migrate and some of the reasons for the migration Last part of the film is devoted to demonstrating ways to feed birds in winter with many closeups of birds in flight feeding and methods used for protection from the weather Some of the birds seen are geese English sparrow robin goldfinch starling grouse ptarmigan snowy owl downy woodpecker horned lark and the chickadee Useful for scout groups or bird clubs EBF 1958 BIRDS OF THE COUNTRYSIDE New ed color L259 1 reel The markings of the birds what they eat and how they care for their young are shown in this ptudy of the indigo bunting eastern kingbird marsh hawk sparrow hawk night hawk mourning dove meadowlark and kildeer Emphasis is placed on their value to man and all bird calls are aughentic Nature study groups and bird clubs will welcome this film CORONET 1953 BIRDS OF THE DOORYARD New ed color L260 1 reel Coronet has revised their series of films on birds to include entirely new scenes and sound with authentic bird calls This one studies robins yellow warblers eastern phoebes yellowshafted flickers cardinals tree swallows house wrens and purple martins all birds which build their nests in gardens and near homes It brings out differences among these birds shows how they protect their nests and feed their young CORONET 1953 BIRDS OF THE MARSHES color L26l 1 reel Six interesting birds whose habitat is the marsh are studied in this film Scenes of nesting and finding food are common Birds pictured are the sora rail the redwinged blackbird the least bittern the black tern the longbilled marsh wren and the piedbilled grebe CORONET 1953 BIRTH OF A FLORIDA KEY color L2136 2 reels Explains the origin of the Keys tracing their development from the mangrove seeds embedded under water in the sandy soil to a fullsize key Depicts the interrelationship of plant and animal life FILMS OF NATIONS 1953 BIRTH OF THE SOIL color L106 1 reel Reveals how mans very survival depends upon a few inches of topsoil which only nature can manufacture over a period of many centuries Explains with scientific accuracy the remarkable process of which lifegiving topsoil is produced from the basic raw materials of rock water air and sunlight Contrasts the productive capacity of topsoil with that of subsoil EBF 198 15BITTER WELCOME L225 k reels Portrays the difficulties a discharged mental patient faces in readjustment to community and family On the job the man meets the prejudice of fellow workers At home his conflict comes in relation to his wife and his fear that she does not love him hut merely pities him Slowly and painfully with the help of his doctor and his wife the man begins to fight and gain confidence in himself The film succeeds in showing both the fears and prejudices in the communitydue in some measureand the struggle the patient undergoes before he can accept and be accepted Recommended for general community groups as well as in industrial personnel training and counseling for student groups guidance teachers rehabilitation workers and patients and their families CONTEMPORARY 1958 BLACK BEAR TWINS L207 1 reel Portrays the experiences of a family of campers in observing a pair of small hungry and mischievous twin bears EBF 1952 BLUE MEN OF MOROCCO color L248 3 reels A strange and nomadic people who still roam the wastes of the Sahara with their camels is presented in this film Shows how they get their name from the dye which they use to color their clothing which permanently stains their skin Cut off from civilization by the Atlas Mountains they make their living from raising and selling camels which also provide milk and butter for the tribe DISNEY PROD 1963 BOBOLINK AND BLUE JAY color L262 1 reel The particular characteristics of the bobolink and the blue jay are observed in this camera study of them in their natural habitats Attention is given to appearance how they travel and how they care for their young CORONET 196 BOOK OF JOB color L2198 2 reels The story of Job as told in the King James version of the Bible is portrayed through the illustrations of William Blake tie l8th century English mystic artist It will be most useful with adult audiences interested in art drama and music Has possiblities for use with church bible study classes BAER BOOKS AND PEOPLE THE WEALTH WITHIN color L2C05 2 reels A state library extension agency Alabama is shown in action as it helps local communities establish county library service It also portrays the services of the county library to its people and is unusually successful in showing the many types of people served and the many uses they make of books and other materials handled Nearly everyone who has seen the film speaks of its human interest element ALA 197 BOOKS FOR BEAVER RIVER L228 2 reels Efforts of the town of Beaver River to secure a library for its people serve to illustrate the organization and operation of the regional library system with its operation of the regional library system with its central library branch libraries bookmobile services loans to individual borrowers and professional services which can best be provided when several small libraries or small towns combine their efforts and resources The Canadian setting does not detract from its usefulness in Georgia since the principles emphasized and many of the methods are the same as those promoted here A small boys desire to read about the stars provides a thread of human interest throughout the film NFB 1962 36 BOOMING WORLD OF BOATS L272 3 reels Walter Cronkite narrates as CBSs Twentieth Century television series examines one of the phenomena of our times the booming world of boats The amazing growth of interest in boats and in beating as a sport all over the nation both inland and on the coast is explored from canoeing to yachting Not a howtodo it film but one which should interest those who like the out of doors FILMS IRC 1963 BRASILIA color L238O 2 reels Brazils new capital city is presented in the documentary film Unprecedented in the history of architecture the city was planned in advance as a unit and built in three years The film records the steps in the citys development from Lucio Costas master city plan and architect Oscar Niemeyers bold concept of its building to the populating and use of the city IFB 1961 BRASS CHOIR color Rev ed L208 1 reel Demonstrates the versatility of the brass instruments both in solo peits and in full orchestral compositions Traces the origins of the most important brass instru ments and demonstrates their tone and range The entire brass choir is heard in a composition which illustrates the role of brasses in a modern symphonic compo sition Performed by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra Hans Swarowsky conducting EBF 1956 BRAZILIAN RAIN FOREST color L225 1 reel The effect of geography and climate upon the lives of the people is shown in this colorful film Special attention is given to the animals which are peculiar to this part of the world HOEFLER 1950 BREAST STROKE L311 1 reel This is an instructional film which shows the correct arm movement breathing technique and leg kick for the breast stroke in swimming IFB 1956 BREATH OF LIFE color L2255 3 reels Underwater photography shows the excitement and adventure of skin and deepsea diving Divers are warned of the necessity for adequate preparation for the sport and constant attention to safety Eased on Bev B Morgans underwater safety manual CVE 1957 BRUSH TECHNIQUES color L107 1 reel The marvelous teaching medium of motion pictures transports your group to the studios of famed watercolorist Eliot OHara There he personally demonstrates the many effects obtainable from a very few brushes telescoping years of experience into ten revealing minutes EBF 197 BUDDHISM L2U29 2 reels One of a series on the great religions this film presents a detailed overview of the basic tenets of the Buddhist faith Traces the history of this religion and provides a clear and objective statement on its precepts and its influence in those countries where it has been accepted Useful for discussion groups in clubs churches etc NFB MCGRAW 1962 17CAMEL WHO TOOK A WALK color L263 1 reel The picture Book Parade continues its unique method of animation using the original drawings from outstanding picture books and using an excellent narrator to make the story come alive in the motion picture The adventures of the camel on his walk will appeal to younger children WESTON 1957 CAPS FOR SALE color L315 1 reel The animated film technique brings to life the illustrations from the picture book of the same name by Esphyr Slobodkina dealing with the peddler who carries on his head his stock of caps which he loses to some mischievous monkeys WESTON i960 CARAVAGGIO AND THE BAROQUE color L2381 2 reels The works of Caravaggio are used to illustrate the rise of the Baroque style in art particularly in painting This is one of a series of art films which are coordinated with the McGrawHill Encyclopedia of Art MCGRAWHILL 1962 CARIBBEAN ANTIGUA BARBADOS MARTINIQUE TRINIDAD TOBAGO AND JAMAICA color L2130 2 reels Part of Our World of the 60s series these six islands of the Caribbean are used to show the ways of the people their agricultural products the development of tourism their historical backgrounds and cultural patterns Although it touches only the highlights of the islands the film does give a general picture of the atmosphere and variety of the area which make it useful as a travel film and for background information UWF 1962 CARL SANDBURG L2292 3 reels Carl Sandburg American poet biographer of Lincoln and twice winner of the Pulitzer Prize plays his guitar and sings folk songs recalls some of his adven tures as a newspaper reporter and speaks about his lifelong dedication to his writings on the life of Lincoln Not confined to just conversation this film is more successful than some others of the Wisdom Series of which it is a part EEF 1958 CARNIVAL color L293 1 reel Twentyfour hours at the carnival are filmed as a visual interpretation of Earius Milhauds CONCERTO FOR PERCUSSION AND ORCHESTRA Moves from the colorful night lights and the activity of the evening to the deserted carnival grounds the next morning As evening comes the color and excitement begin again as the neon signs flash off and on in their gaudy colors Considered an exceptionally fine interpretation of the Milhaud music Of special interest to art and music groups CREAT SCC 1958 CATFISHING IS FOR SATURDAY color L2118 2 reels An engaging youngster bent on playing hookey learns from a surprise encounter just how important an education is in the complexity of modern living GA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1950 CBAIRMAKER AND THE BOYS color L2382 2 reels The central character is a beloved and respected craftsman who for over 50 years has served the people of the Margarll Valley of Cape Breton Island His specialty is the manufacture of chairs without the use of rails or glue which are made to last a lifetime His grandson and a playmate find the craftsmans workshop a storehouse of wonders There is a nice contrast between the restraining wisdem of age and the overconfidence of frecklefaced youth Useful for story value and for emphasis on craftsmanship Good family relationships IFB i960 28 THE CHAIRY TALE L316 1 reel An experimental film produced by Norman McLaren this is a modern fairy tale concerned with a common kitchen chair and a young man The young man tries to sit but the chair declines to be sat upon and there is a struggle first for mastery then for understanding The story is presented as a simple ballet with no stage setting done to the accompaniment of unusual musical instruments the stringed sitar and the drumlike tabla from India IFB 1957 CHALLENGE OF IDEAS L2383 3 reels A timely film which outlines the difference between Communist and Democratic governments this one emphasizes the basic heritage of the American people Edward R Murrow narrates and several wellknown actors appear to urge that we not lose faith in ourselves and that we remain morally and spiritually strong Reviews the Communist threat and explains the reasons for NATO SEATO ANZUS and the Rio Treaty Useful to introduce the subject and to stimulate further discussion IFB i960 CHARLES DICKENS CHRISTMAS color L2158 2 reels The Christmas visit of Mr Pickwick and his friends to Dingley Dell Farm is adapted from Pickwick Papers The atmosphere of good fellowship and happiness of the Christmas season is presented in the true spirit of Dickens While it is a seasonal film it could be used at any time with a group which is studying or is interested in Dickens EEF 1956 CHARTER OF THE UNITED NATIONS PATTERN FOR PEACE L2129 2 reels The charter of the United Nations is shown here as the pattern for peace It is very clearly visualized and explained Good program material for United Nations BIS 197 CHARTRES CATHEDRAL color L296 3 reels A thoughtful discussion and camera study of one of the best known cathedrals and one of the best examples of Gothic church architecture in Europe EBF 1963 CHILDREN IN TROUBLE L109 1 reel Discusses the causes of juvenile delinquency what happens to the juvenile delinquent and the role of the home the church the school the police and community clubs in preventing and controlling juvenile delinquency NYSDC 197 CHILDREN OF THE WAGON TRAIN color L2384 2 reels The viewer travels with a family in one of the wagon trains of the early l80s from Independence Missouri to the West The hardships of the trail as well as the excitement Sts joy as well as its sorrow are seen through the eyes of a lad of ten or twelve years MCGRAWHILL i960 CHILDS CHRISTMAS IN WALES L231 3 reels The Caedmon recording of Dylan Thomas reading his short story of the same title provides the narration for this Christmas story Photography is of the animated or moving still technique and consists of hundreds of photographs made specifically for the film on location in Wales during the last five weeks of 1961 Nostalgic humorous and suitable for the season this will appeal to adults as well as children CONTEMPORARY 1962 19 CHINA UNDER COMMUNISH 2nd ed L232 2 reels John Strohm the first American news correspondent inside Red China comments on the current situation using new material based in interviews with recent refugees from China Examines the forces shaping the Communist revolution in China illustrates Communist methods of forcing radical change in traditional patterns of living describes Chinas most critical social and economic problems Contains no firm pronouncements or opinions on the general success of the Communist regime therefore should be useful for discussion groups and exchange of opinion EBF 1962 CHOOSING FOR HAPPINESS L2007 2 reels Is he right for me It is Eves first question when she meets a new boy and somewhere in the passing weeks each one fails to measure up With Eve and her cousin Mary the film audience reviews these possible mates whom Eve has met in college MCGRAWHILL 1950 CHOOSING YOUR COLLEGE CAREER color L2V78 2 reels A useful film for those who are working with senior high school groups involved in the process of selecting a college Describes the various types of colleges and universities in the U S stresses the importance of a visit to the college before enrollment and points out what to look for in evaluating the various depart ments describes upper and lower division the major study requirements and depicts how extracurricular activities contribute to the success and enjoyment of college life VILLAGE 1963 CHRISTMAS CAROL MUSICAL VERSION L2385 Parti 3 reels L2386 Part 11 3 reels Originally presented on the CBS Television network this is the first musical version of Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol Faithful to the original story the libretto is by Maxwell Anderson Frederic March stars as Scrooge and an excellent professional supporting cast is featured Musically tuneful and delightful it uses wellknown English carols and traditional Christmas Music CAROUSEL 1961 CHRISTMAS CAROLS L110 1 reel Contains the following carols 0 Come All Ye Faithful Noel It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Joy to the World Hark the Herald Angels Sing Silent Night OFFICIAL 196 CHRISTMAS CUSTOMS NEAR AND FAR color L2068 2 reels This warm and colorful story relates the origins of many of our Christmas customs Children of German Swedish Mexican Italian and Chinese descent enact typical Christmas celebrations of those countries Against a rich background of favorite Christmas music the film carries the message We are joining with our brothers around the world when we rejoice in the miracle of Christmas Useful with all ages CORONET 1955 CHRISTMAS DEER color L2256 2 reels A Christmas story based upon fragments of a legend is retold as a modern allegory The central message is giving but it shows that both old and young want to be needed The old man has sealed himself off from mankindhe was lonely and unhappy The small boy showed him how he could give and help the poor The deer is woven into the story as the watchful spirit which is always waiting and ready when humans become aware of their potential for giving love and happiness Interesting as an honest attempt to bring a different story of Christmas to the screen For older children GROVERJENNINGS 1958 20 CHRISTMAS IN AUSTRALIA color L300 1 reel This picture shows how Christmas is celebrated in Australia a land where it falls during midsummer Useful as additional material on the Christmas season and Christmas in other lands AUSTRL NEWS 1958 CHRISTMAS IN DENMARK color L301 1 reel An entire family joins in the gay preparations for Christmas doing many of the same things that American children do such as making cookies and carries and decorating the Christmas tree One point of difference is the giving and receiving of only one present Other traditions different from ours are noted and explained for American children BARR 1959 CHRISTMAS ON GRANTFATHERS FARM lOs color L2133 3 reels A family celebration of Christmas on the old homestead in the 1890s is pictured in faithful and accurate detail All of the traditions of the family gathering trimming the tree singing carols the Christmas dinner exchange of gifts etc which accompany the celebration are included Useful for the holiday season although the harsh voices of some of the family detract from its charm CORONET 1958 CHRISTMAS RHAPSODY Llll 1 reel The stcry of the little fir tree which is cut down and trimmed on Christmas Eve is retold in a modern American setting Background music of Christmas carols EEF 198 CHRISTMAS THRU THE AGES color L2138 2 reels Shows various celebrations of the season throughout the years from the Roman Festival of Saturn the Jewish Festival of lights through the acceptance cf Christmas as a religious and social holiday ty the Eritich tribes Indicatesthe refusal of the Furitans to celetrate Christmas in Americafor more than 200 years EBF 1950 CHRISTMAS VISITOR color L319 1 reel The wellknown poemA visit to Saint Nicholas is done in clever animated cartoon style In the middle of the poem there is a sequence in which all of the toys come to life around the Christmas tree after which the action returns faithfully to the poem STERLING 1961 CINDERELLA L238 1 reel The fairy tale of Cinderella is dramatized by animated silhouettes done by Lotte Reiniger Captures the flavor of the old tale and gives a faithful portrayal of each of the characters which is sure to appeal to young and old alike C OKTEMFORARY 1956 CIRCUS BABY color L275 1 reel Once again the drawings from a favorite childrens story are brought to the screen to make the creatures of the circus live WESTON 1956 CIRCUS DAY IN OUR TOWN L2008 2 reels Describes the excitement and drama of a circus day depicting not only the high lights of the performance itself but many of the preparations necessary for staging the big show EBF 199 21CITIZEN PARTICIPATES color L215 3 reels Shows how a community and its Kiwanis Club organized to secure a doctor for its people Emphasizes individual responsibility and cooperation YA 1953 THE CITY L2C09 3 reels A survey of the problem of planning community living in America embodying the view of the American Institute of Planners Contrasts the turmoil of the planless city with the color and spaciousness of the small planned community One of the early documentary films on this subject MMAFL 1939 CIVIL WAR color L2137 2 reels Chronologically follows the most important military events of the War between the Worth and South stressing social economic and geographic factors which ultimately forced the South to capitulate Animated drawings and color photography portray the strategy and geographical setting in which the war was fought EBF 1950 CIVIL WAR ITS BACKGROUND AND CAUSES color L231 2 reels The purpose of this film is to clarify the causes and set forth the conditions that precipitated the Civil War which hastened the industrialization of our nation and changed the courses of its history Less dogmatic than some films on this subject it recognizes that the causes of the war lie deep in our history and gees back to the beginning of the colonial period to trace the development of North and South along different economic lines and to show how the divergent economic interests were increasingly reflected in politics and how bitterness entered the situation as the institution of slavery began to be attacked and defended on moral grounds MCGRAWHILL 1962 COLOUR IN CLAY color L173 1 reel Shows how modern Staffordshire pottery with its intricate decoration is made The potters wheel and turners lathe are shown along with demonstrations in decorating by both transfer and freehand painting as well as glazing BIS COMMON HERITAGE color L2091 2 reels Books are the common heritage of every person This film shows how the state library and local agencies work together in Tennessee to see that all citizens have access to them through bookmobiles regional and county library service and the state library Will be useful with groups furthering those ideas in other states SAM ORLEANS 1953 COMMUNIST ACCENT ON YOUTH L2387 3 reels Special emphasis is placed on the manner in which Communist leaders manipulate and exploit students and youth in all parts of the world to serve their purposes Explores and contrasts the basic philosophies of Socialist Communism with those of a free republic Introduced and narrated by William J Teague Vicepresident of Pepperdine College of Los Angeles and developed as part of their Community Service Program Aims at an objective presentation of fact SOF l96l COMMUNIST IMPERALISM L2388 3 reels Communist history in the making can be seen in films footage made behind the Iron Curtain Traces the manner in which Communist leaders have been involved in the events leading up to the absorption of nearly kGfo of the worlds people in satellite or outright Communist countries Attempts to make viewers realize how Communism works and to awaken the public to its dangers One of two films on this subject done by Pepperdine College of Los Angeles SOF l96l 22r COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITIES L226 1 reel The question of where a persons duty to his community ends is raised when three men call on another in their neighborhood to try to persuade him to accept the chairmanship of a committee for a project to benefit the entire community No conclusions are drawn hut several points of view are brought out in their dis cussion MCGRAWHILL 1955 CONEUCTING GOOD MUSIC color L2182 2 reels Traces the development of conducting and illustrates techniques which the conductor uses to interpret the score Analyzes the three basic time signaturea and the way they are expressed by the conductor Illustrates effects of playing the same composition with variations in tempo sound intensity and color Music by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra Hans Swarowsky conducting EBF 1956 CONSERVATION ROAD THE STORY OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES L209 2 reels There is a balance in nature the razed forest produces lumber for today but floods for tomorrowj the plowed under grasslands yield crops at first but deserts later The answer Conservation I FILMS 197 CRAFTS OF THE FIRE L172 1 reel Crafts of the people in Limoges France showing the function of fire in handi crafts of man including enamels glassware porcelain pottery dinnerware AFFILMS 196 CREDIT AND LOANS L2338 2 reels Describes various types of credit buying prevalent in the United States and analyzes the items covered in some standard contracts Presents these topics installment buying interest automobile buying monthly payments restrictions on merchandise revolving credit accounts credit cards separate contracts etc Useful for introducing discussion of topics and stimulating awareness of need for their study PROGRESSIVE l96l CRESCENT AND THE CROSS color L2291 3 reels An American couple both Christian visit the famous places of the Middle East encounter the Mohammedan faith and are struck by the devotion and faithfulness to their religion of the followers of Islam The Americans analyze this as they travel pointing out the main tenets of Mohammedan belief and contrasting them with those of their own Christianity Their determination to live their own faith more fully is strengthened by this encounter with one which is different Useful for church groups and for study of comparative religion DELTA 1959 CUBISM color L276 1 reel An uncomplicated series of explanations easily clarifies this kind of painting These cubist tendencies are explained multiple viewpoints illusion of transparency flat or decorative space movement by repetition of design interpretation of forms A summing up step by step adds assurance that viewers will go away with a good understanding of what they have seen BAILEY 1957CUCKOO CLOCK THAT WOULDNT CUCKOO clor L277 1 reel Hans Ticktocker master craftsman and clockmaker in the Black Forest of Germany is asked by the Prince to repair a broken cuckoo clock Despite his skill he is unable to make the cuckoo sing until he adds a second bird to relieve the cuckoos loneliness The Prince rewards him handsomely Animated cartoon CORONET 1958 CULTIVATE YOUR GARDEN BIRDS color L278 1 reel Shows birds common to many gardens in the U S most of which are also found in Georgia Methods of attracting birds setting up feeding stations etc are shown Useful for scout troops nature study groups etc May have some appeal for garden club study groups IFB 1950 CURIOUS GEORGE RIDES A BIKE color L279 1 reel George a curious little monkey finds all sorts of adventure when he takes a ride upon his bike and joins a circus WESTON 1958 CUT FLOWERS TO LAST LONGER color L283 2 reels A clear and practical demonstration of methods for prolonging the beauty of cut flowers which should be useful for many groups especially garden clubs general audiences of homemakers junior garden groups etc IFB 1962 CZECHOSLOVAKIA A SATELLITE STATE color L2295 2 reels A straightforward travel film in attractive color dealing with a country about which not too much has been available recently Usable for groups wishing discussion materials for international relations or for travel interest BARR 1959 DANGEROUS RIVER color L2183 2 reels The account of a group of archaeologists from the Smithsonian Institution as they go on an exploratory trip down the Big Horn River which starts in the mountain plains cf Wyoming and runs north into Montana finally emptying into the Yellow stone River Interesting from the standpoints of recreation archaeology camping geography and geology BAILEY 1955 DANIEL BOONE L2011 2 reels Relives important episodes in the life of Americas bestknown wilderness scout Daniel Boone revealing the personality traits and experiences which made him outstanding in his field Portrays Boones youth in Pennsylvania and North Carolina where he learned the ways of the wilderness Traces his activity in the French and Indian Wars his pioneering adventures in exploring and settling Kentucky his activity in the Revolutionary War and his final settlement in Missouri where his reputation as a pioneer and scout became firmly established EEF 1950 DANUBE color L2W5 3 reels In his usual thorough and entertaining fashion Disney pictures life and people along the Danube river Good for armchair travelers and for study of life in other lands DISNEY PROD 1963 DAVID LIVINGSTONE L2216 2 reels The devotion and courage of the English explorer and teacher as he worked among the people of Central Africa make an inspiring documentary film Shown are his work as a medical missionary his explorations his disappearance and discovery by Stanley Should be useful in missionary study groups both adult and junior UWF 1950 2kPAY MAW FLEW L235 2 reels Earnaby Conrad narrates the story of the Wright brothers early attempts to fly in a story from his hook Brave Men Using only still black and white photographs the film succeeds in conveying action and drama and brings into sharp focus the personalities and sacrifices of the Wright brothers Useful and appealing to viewers of all ages MCGRAWHILL 1962 DAY MANOLETE WAS KILLED L2257 2 reels An exciting introduction to the sport of bullfighting and its traditions as observed in a documentary film biography of the dramatic career of champion Manolete famed Spanish bullfighter The film traces the early training and development of Manolete and his retirement It reaches a climax with his return to the arena to meet the young challenger Louis Dcminguin in his last fight BRANDON 1957 DAYS WORK L2082 2 reels Shows a carpenter and his son 2000 years ago as they go about their daily work and return hcme for a family meal at the end of the day UWF 190 DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE color L2072 2 reels Depicts Second Continental Congress meetings in 1776 at Philadelphia which resulted in the writing of the Declaration of Independence by Jefferson Franklin John Adams and their colleagues TFC 1938 DEFINING DEMCCRACY L250 2 reels Attempts to define democracy and to show how this philosophy of government operates particularly in the United States Replaces DEMCCRACY an older film now withdrawn by the producer which was formerly listed in this catalog EBF 1963 DESIGN color L227 1 reel The basic principles of design are discussed and illustrated clearly and con cisely in this film Useful for art study and appreciation groups BAILEY 1955 DESIGN IN SILVER color L228 1 reel Good design is illustrated as the viewer follows the processes through which a piece of silver jewelry travels from the initial sketch to the finished product Details of each process are shown LOBETT 1950 DISCOVERING COLOR color L2389 2 reels Kaleidoscopic changes of pattern and color make a vivid picture as three aspects of color are discussed hue value and intensity To illustrate point made in the narration forms in nature are used Good introduction to the subject for older children or adults Produced by Jack Stoop Professor of Art at the University of California FILM ASSOCIATES i960 DISCOVERING PERSPECTIVE color L236 2 reels Another in a series on understanding art and its techniques this film attempts to define perspective in terms of human vision and to illustrate the techniques used to create the appearance of perspective on a flat surface Should be useful for art study for groups of all ages Examples selected for illustration of points are imaginative artistic and communicate clearly the idea the producer has in mind FILM ASSOCIATES 1962 25 DISCOVERING TEXTURE color L2390 2 reels Explores the meaning of the term texture by illustrating how we learn about it and how man uses paints tools and materials to change the texture of surfaces Discusses the effect of light upon texture and illustrates how man selects and organizes textured surfaces for use in buildings gardens clothing etc Useful to stimulate interest in the topic FILM ASSOCIATES 1961 DOCTOR EXAMINES YOUR HEART L220 1 reel Produced in cooperation with the National Heart Association this film shows the steps involved in a typical heart examination and explains clearly how each is carried out and how it affects the patient Emphasizes the necessity for consulting a physician and following his advice BRAY 1955 DOLLS OF MANY LANDS color L239 1 reel Prizewinning dolls from an international fair in Italy were used by an Italian cameraman to create an imaginary trip around the world Dolls are dressed in appropriate costumes and placed against backgrounds to illustrate different types of people in the countries they represent EBF 1957 DONG KINGMAN color L2l8 2 reels This film illustrates the technique of the wellknown contemporary water colorist ChineseAmerican Dong Kingman CONTEMPORARY 1950 DOUGHNUTS color L2V79 3 reels An episode frcm Robert McCloskeys HOMER PRICE is dramatized using live actors Homer and a customer make doughnuts for his uncle while he slips out for a few minutes but he is unable to stop the machinei Humorous entertaining WESTON 1963 THE DROPOUT L237 3 reels Drawing on recent surveys and studies showing that dropouts frcm school arE doomed to a lifetime of low level jobs and frequent unemployment that they are a drain on the economy and possible sources of delinquency and crime that industry loses a vast potential of skilled workers and communities lose effective citizens and the young people themselves lose their futures this film faces the problem and points out ways communities can prevent dropouts Useful in parentteacher study groups civic groups and others seriously interested in the problem A F 1962 DUE PROCESS OF LAW DENIED L2071 3 reels Dramatizes the kind of unlawful trials sometimes held in the early days of the West Vividly points up the dangers of mob violence A film that will stimulate discussion TFC 193 DUST BOWL L2339 3 reels One of the 20th Century series produced for television this is a documentary report of the period from 1933 to 1939 when the dust bowl caused migrants to leave their farms and homes to seek new areas where they could start over Newsreel footage from the period and interviews with those who lived through the devastation of the dust storms focus attention on the sufferings of the people as well as the improvement in farm practices which came about as a result of efforts to do something about it MCGRAW 1958 26 EARTH SATELLITES EXPLORERS OF OUTER SPACE color L228 2 reels This film describes in elementary terms how manmade satellites stay aloft and describes how satellites help us learn many things about outer space Models are used to illustrate principles Describes plans being made to send men into outer space and shows how an imaginary space station or space wheel for refueling might be rocketed into orbit and assembled in outer space EBF 1959 EAST AFRICA color L2125 2 reels The provinces of East Africa are shown with particular emphasis on the animal life and the way the people earn their living HOEFLER 1950 EASTER SEASON color L187 1 reel Shows the origins of some of our Easter customs comparing them with the spring festivals of other lands and other times The background for the use of eggs rabbits sun and moon and bright colors in relation to Easter is portrayed Wot concerned with the specific religious meaning that are associated with Easter the film regards the holiday as the climax of a joyous rebirth of life in the earth CORONET 1952 EGYPT A COUNTRY IN TRANSITION color L332 1 reel This film is a survey of conditions of life in Modern Egypt contrasting current progress with primitive ways of life Useful as a travel film as well as back ground for discussion Uses Cairo as an example of city and metropolitan life and an unnamed rural village for contrast Shows some of the changes taking place LFB 1961 EMPERORS NEW CLOTHES color L2296 1 reel Puppets enact Hans Christian Andersens fairy tale of the wicked tailor who pretended to sew fabulous clothes for the vain emperor Useful for childrens story hour Good musical score BRANDON 1958 EMPTY SHOES color L2259 3 reels The story of William Carey pioneer Christian missionary to India Intended as an inspirational film to create interest in the unfinished world task of Christian missions ADMIRAL 1950 ENAMELING ON COPPER color L229 1 reel The steps through which a piece of jewelry passes are carefully followed with the camera to show what happens during each process and to show the importance of each step in the finished product Encourages interested individuals to take up this craft as a hobby LOBETT 1950 ETERNAL CHILDREN L230 3 reels Mental retardation and the problems of caring for those who are retarded are the theme of this film Some suggested solutions are shown Deals primarily with institutional care and setting up of sheltered workshops LFB 1959 ETHIOPIA AFRICAS ANCIENT KINGDOM color L2391 2 reels An excellent introduction to the nation of Ethiopia may be had from this film Discusses the geography economy history people religion and government of the country Present Emperor Haile Selassie as being genuinely sincere in his desire to make improvements for his people Excellent color photography DISNEY PROD l96l 27MMBHBHHBi EXPANDING WORLD RELATIONSHIPS color L115 1 reel The development of economic and social interdependence frcm Jeffersons time to the present is portrayed through animated drawings Then in live action and animation the film emphasizes how the complexities of modern industrial society have enlarged the interdependence of men and nations and how invention has simplified various methods of communication The inference drawn is that isolation no longer exists and consequently nations must work out ways of settling their differences peacefully UWF 1916 EXPLORING BY SATELLITE color L2297 3 reels This documentary film uses actual footage from Cape Canaveral Florida along with much other material to show the various stages in the construction of a satellite its testing launching tracking and reeeption of data The dramatic countdown and launching bring a tremendous impact The last part of the film projects possible uses of satellites Usable for any group interested in space flight satellites etc from high school up DELTA 1959 EXPRESSIONISM color l317 1 reel A short but effective film this explains and illustrates what is meant by expression ism in painting Uses as examples the works of painters of this school and shows the differences in the way several painters would interpret the same subject Useful for all ages it continues the series Understanding Modern Art BAJLEY lQ ft ii 11 b I g ffiaa 3981 siry 1 tsi avpg 1 ta Firai m favtiplk as a fafiteesini aai fat iepgtg n f the yaia ltat Bprtaat 1 dUi i tett tareugi iae u f awrl rpatiag tat prisd fra Ipel t tag pgat tiae a i the Sweatieta ggatury ri pdued fw 0J telviia tee aarratia is faard tey Waiter argakite aad j Idgar Hoover laould fee of laterest to aad usafele with a vide age group aad a wide variety of group of iadividuals MBSRAWHILL 1959 Pi D Rs THIRD TERM TO PEARL HARBOR L2299 3 reels June 1910 to December J 19II is the period oovered in this film Some excerpts from nevsreels of the political campaign of Wendell L Willkie and Frank lin D Rcceevelt are shown ana the voice of each is heard as they travel from city to city Events leading up to Pearl Harbor in both America and Hawaii are shewn including the visit of the Japanese envoy to the President and other personalities of the period Excellent discussion background for any study of this vital period of American History MCGRAWHILL 1958 FACE OF LINCOLN L2170 2 reels The sculptor who has made a detailed study of Lincoln models in clay a head of Abraham Lincoln As he talks informally about the man and the people and events which influenced his life the mass of clay takes on form and character to match the forces which made him what he was Useful for both biography and art study USC 1955 FACE OF YOUTH L2092 3 reeis Produced for the Wisconsin State Board of Health this film shows how parents nurses and school teachers work together to help two boys who have problems WISCONSIN UNIVERSITY 1952 28FAMILIES FIRST L2013 2 reels Emphasizes by means of a number of everyday incidents the familys responsibi lity for filling the childs need for security affection and recognition Shows a veiladjusted family sharing experiences and helping the children to grow into their new responsibilites and privileges as contrasted with a poorlyadjusted family in which both the boy and the girl get into trouble NYSEC 198 FAMILY AFOOT IN THE YUKON color L2223 2 reels This film is the record of the experiences of a man his wife and their two small children who spend a summer hiking 300 miles through the primitive wilder ness of the Yukon Territory Shows how they reduced equipment and baggage to a minimum and lived off the country as they made their way into it How they thrived on the rough going will appeal to all ages particularly those interested in nature study camping and the Yukon HOEFLER 1950 FAMILY CIRCLES L2062 3 reels This film shows that the boundaries of the family circle have extended to include the school as a very important part of the family circle and examines the implications and effects of the development whereby schools and home mutually share the responsibilites for child growth and development MCGRAWHILL 199 FEELING OF HOSTILITY L2017 3 reels The case history of Clare an outwardly successful but inwardly incomplete personality The causes of her feeling of resentment toward others and the resulting failure in personal relationships are traced in detail from early childhood through an unhappy school life and an intellectually satisfactory but emotionally frustrating college career until we see her in a responsible editorial job in a publishing firm her hostility directed into constructive effort All such persons are not so fortunate and this film is designed to create a better understanding of such hostility which is often a source cf friction and misunderstanding MCGRAWHILL 198 FEELING OF REJECTION L2018 2 reels The case history of a 23 yearold girl who learned in childhood not to risk social disapproval by taking independent action The film shows the harmful effects of her inability to assert her own wishes and analyzes the causes of this problem Symptoms of trouble are illustrated by incidents in which she submits to other people unwillingly but without protest Scenes from her child hood show the failure of early attempts to gain attention and the gradual repression of normal competitive activity Under the guidance of a psychiatrist she begins to understand the causes of her feelings of rejection and becomes more able to express her real feelings and to assert herself This film is a valuable aid in group psychotherapy parentteacher education and in the instruction of social workers nurses and medical students MCGRAWHILL 197 FESTIVAL IN EDINBURGH color L2186 2 reels Highlights of the 195 Edinburgh festival are presented with its pageantry music and drama and painting Replaces Edinburgh Festival of Music and Erama released in 1948 BIS 1956 29FIDDLE DE DEE color Lll6 1 reel Perhaps the best known and the most widely acclaimed film by Norman McLaren Awarded first place in music and arts at the World Film Festival in Chicago and prize winner of a Brussels Film Festival Celluloid dyes inks and transparent paints were applied directly to the film Often both sides were painted to utilize effects obtained by transparencies The surfaces were stippled scratched pressed with cloths while the paint was wet and chemically different paints were mixed to create patterns analogous to effects produced by mixing oil and water on the same surface The musical accompaniment is Listen to the Mocking Bird played by a folk fiddler The film exemplifies Norman McLarens careful experiments with sound motion and color values related to emotional content It has pleased many audiences and has been used in art classes as motivation material IFB 19J8 FIFTH FREEDOM colcr L238 2 reels The many and varied services of the modern public library are vividly illustrated in this film which proclaims along with the National Library Week slogan the fifth freedom as the freedom to read The public library of Cary Massachusetts which is wellplanned functional in style and offers a wide variety of services and materials to many types of borrowers is used to promote reading and public library service Useful in any part of the country to promote books and libraries WING 1962 FIRST AID ON THE SPOT 3rd ed L302 1 reel Introductory training film for first aid illustrating the techniques and skills which would be taught in a Red Cross First Aid class Demonstrates the six common types of injuries and the techniques for taking care of each Simple direct illustrations show the methods of caring for wounds burns shock control of bleeding making a splint for a bone fracture or break and two ways of administering artificial respiration EBF 1959 THE FISHERMAN L23II 2 reels Contrasts the changes in the way of life of fishermen in Nova Scotia brought about by the introduction of a fish packing plant and the development of commercial fishing Points up effects on working conditions social life etc LFB 1959 FIVE CHINESE BROTHERS color L280 1 reel The five brothers who had such remarkable abilities are brought to life on the screen Faithfully depicts the story as told and drawn by Claire H Bishop in her book Owen Jordan narrates WESTON 1958 FIVE COLORFUL BIRDS New ed color L264 1 reel One of a series of bird pictures the scenes authentic sounds and narration show how the goldfinch cedar waxwing scarlet tanager woodpecker and eastern bluebird feed protect their young and build their nests Bird clubs nature study groups and scouts will be interested in this film CORONET 1953 FIATBOATMEN OF THE FRONTIER L117 1 reel Shows the lot of early settlers of the Ohio Valley including the agricultural economy frontier homes and domestic activities and the trip downriver to market Frontier personalities speech and music are interwoven throughout EBF 192 3b FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE HOME Part I color L2078 Part II color L2079 Two films featuring Miss Eve Portor of Montclair N practical flover arranging in the home IFB 1950 J 2 reels 2 reels in a demonstration of FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS OF WILLIAMSBURG color L2109 3 reels This film shows the work of one of Williamsburgs official hostesses whose duties include keeping appropriate flower arrangements in all public buildings Special gardens are cultivated to provide blossoms in addition to native materials Colonialstyle arrangements are shewn and explained in detail COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG 1953 FLOWERING DESERT color L303 1 reel The nature and characteristics of desert climate and topography are explained and the film shows how spring brings a myriad of wild flowers to the arid country in contrast to normal allyear vegetation Relates typical desert birds and animals to their surroundings and locates the principal desert areas of the world The treatment of the flowers and vegetation will be of some interest to garden clubs BAILEY 1952 FLOWERS AT THEIR BEST color L318 1 reel Introduces basic designs for flower arrangement Includes tips on how to make cut flowers last longer how to use them to enhance room decor and suggests types of flowers for specific arrangement purposes For beginners or junior garden clubs WIS U 1959 FLOWERS AT WORK color L20 1 reel Animation and timelapse photography describe the reproductive structure and function of flowers Discusses pollination in composite flowers self polli nation and pollination by wind and insects Shows flowers improved through the development of new varieties EBF 1956 FOOD AND PEOPLE L2165 3 reels This film raises the question of how the world will feed its expanding popula tion It stresses conservation of resources creation of new food resources and improved agricultural methods Emphasizes the benefits of free world trade to all nations EBF 1956 FOR EVERY CHILD L2107 3 reels Points out the need for religious training in the life of all children and emphasizes the responsibility of adults for providing for this training B F COMM 1953 FOREST BABIES color L333 1 reel Appealing shots of baby animals of many kinds to be found in the forest make this film useful for childrens story hours or for nature study Shows how the mothers care for their offspeing GROVERJENNINGS 1961 31 HHFOREST CONSERVATION color L119 1 reel Produced by the Conservation Foundation in association with the New York Zoological Society Strikingly calls attention to the many ways in which man has depleted the forest by greedy and ignorant exploitation for his own gain Graphically forecasts the dire results of this exploitation if it is continued Suggests finally what is being done and must continue to be done in order to save the forest and its vast resources EBF 199 FOUR FAMILIES Part I L232 3 reels Part 11 L233 3 reels Dr Margaret Mead the anthropologist and the narrator present a study of four rural families in India Japan France and Canada commenting on how the upbringing of a child contributes to a distinctive national character Center of attention in each case is a yearold baby in the family of a farmer of average means Details of the bath the way the baby is fed punished or rewarded will yield clues about the way character is formed in each society shown Useful for parent groups especially MCGRAWHILL 1959 FOUR RELIGIONS Part 1 L2393 3 reels Part II L239 3 reels The basic beliefs of each of four major religions of the world Hinduism Buddhism Islam and Christianity are presented and then summed up by Arnold Toynbee renowned British historian Film footage was made in India Japan Morocco and Canada and introduces each religion geographically Useful for discussion groups MCGRAWHILL 1962 FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT L2260 3 reels One of the worlds most original and influential architects discusses his theories of functional architecture and analyzes contemporary styles tracing them back to Greek and Asiatic origins In a conversation covering a broad range of topics Mr Wright displays the agile wit and eloquence that made him one of the most colorful personalities of our time This film was made shortly before his death EBF 1957 FREEDOM TO READ L2139 2 reels Very useful to promote discussion Presents various situations in which this freedom is threatened At one point in the film there is a pause to permit a discussion of the ways the public can use books or in which libraries may serve the public COL U PRESS 1950 FRENCH SCHOOL OF PAINTING L2093 2 reels The introduction shows in quick succession the paintings of numerous famous artists Then in more detail views are shewn of the studios in Montparnasse of Fernand Leger and Marc Chaggall and of the School of Andre Thote where the respective artists are at work Young moderns from all over the world are seen working at their canvasses in the streets of Paris absorbing the influence and techniques of the French School which they will take with them whereever they go AFFILMS 1951 FRIENDLY BEASTS color L23 2 reels The legend of the friendly beasts who brought gifts to the Christ Child is dramatized in this appealing film Theme and content are drawn from the tradi tional carol which adds to its usefulness for all ages at the Christmas season GROVER JENNINGS i960 32F FRIENDSHIP BEGINS AT HOME L2101 2 reels Luring adolescence one grovs away from his family While this process is natural and desirable it is also difficult and disturbing This film is directed to the adolescent stating as vividly and emphatically as possible the importance of valuing the friendships in the home the fun of doing things with the family group and treating parents brothers and sisters with respect and affection Designed for guidance programs it is useful to home economics teachers and for general groups as well CORONET l99 FROG PRINCE L28l X jel Lotte Reiniger silhouette version of the old fairy tale The Kings daughter is told she must keep her promise and the frog becomes a handsome prince CONTEMPORARY FROG WENT ACOURTIN color L2te2 2 reels Artist Feodor Rojankovskys Caldecott medal winning drawings of Mr Frog and Miss liousie and their wedding guests are animated to bring to life the creatures of the old ballad John Langstaff sings his version of the song twice inviting the audience to join him the second time Subtitles make it easy to follow WESTON 19ol FROM DORIC TO GOTHIC L2187 2 reels The history of the development of architectural styles particularly during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries Of somewhat specialized interest for art study groups it is exceptionally well done The musical background is worthy of attention BRANDON 1950 FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION color L231i5 3 reels Tells the story of human reproduction as an integral part of the universal pattern of nature explaining that childbearing is an emotional and spiritual experience as well as a physical one MCGRAW 1959 FROM SOCIABLE SIX TO NOISY NINE color L2160 2 reels Shows the typical behavior and sensible parental guidance of several children of six to nine years of age MCGRAWHILL 1950 FROM TEN TO TWELVE L222 3 reels This film continues the study of child development in the Ages and Stages series Boys and girls in this age group are observed in real life situations as they indulge in noisy shouts bursts of anger and the spirit of cooperation It should contribute to a better understanding of this group by parents teachers volunteer workers or any social or civic workers who deal with children MCGRAWHILL 1957 L2161 2 reels this shows a boys behavior FRUSTRATING FOURS AND FASCINATING FIVES color One of the films in the ages and stages series as it changes from childish helplessness to vigorous self assertion Points out that the change is gradual and at five the child is more independent of adult support and has an insatiable curiosity about everything around him MCGRAWHILL 195 FUR COUNTRY color L2225 2 reels The Moose Factory trading post on James Bay is still a center of Canadas fur trade In this film an Indian trapper is shown as he goes out from the post to visit his trap lines There he camps in the bitter cold traps mink and beaver skins the animals dries the pelts and brings them back to the post in time to sell thereto the trader for money to use for Christmas Shows trapping as an occasional occupation and points out many of the hardships endured by the trappers NFB l92 33 H R GALLANT LITTLE TAILOR L21 1 reel Faithful retelling of the old childrens story of the little tailor who killed seven at one blow of the cinema CONTEMPORARY This film was the first fulllength animation film in the history It was completed in 1926 The technique is equal to those of today 1950 GARDENS CF ENGLAND color Ll8t 1 reel Lovely color pictures of all types of gardens common to England from the large estates to a narrow strip of ground with comments on the love of the English for gardens BIS 19H GEORGE BERNARD SHAW L2226 2 reels An outstanding playwright and personality of the times is shown through a series of still pictures and clips from the actual motion picture coverage of Shaw Scenes from seme of his plays famous actors play bills and excellent narration contribute to an understanding of the man BRANDON 1956 GEORGE MASON OF GUNSTON HILL color L3H 1 reel George Mason one of the Virginia patriots is shown as a writer whose works served as the basis for the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights His home one of the fine examples of colonial architecture which is preserved as a historical shrine is shown in detail The film will appeal to womens clubs with an interest in interior decoration as well as to groups with an interest in the background of the documents of American freedom VIRGINIA ED BD 1957 GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER color L2371 1 reel A biographical sketch about George Washington Carver this short film describes his contributions in the field of chemurgy Uses cartoon techniques ARTISAN 1959 GEORGIE color L22 1 reel Another Story Parade film based on the book and produced by animating the original illustrations Tells the story of the little ghost Georgie who haunted a house WESTON 1956 GERALD MCBDING BOING color L236 1 reel This cartoon based on a childrens book which was popular a few years ago tells the story of Gerald who could produce any sound effect known to man although he could not carry on conversation or talk COL 1951 GETTING ALONG WITH PARENTS L217 2 reels Shows the conflicts that result in five different homes when a group of teen agers plan to visit a night club after the junior prcmdance Intended to pro voke discussion of the problems of high school students in their relations with their parents EBF 1950 GEYSERS AND HOT SPRINGS color L304 1 reel Yellowstone National Park serves as an example for the illustrated lecture on what geysers are how they are formed and what makes them perform Useful as a travel film and for short film programs BARR i960 3GIFTED ONES L236 2 reels Two leading Canadian educators Doctors Florence Dunlop and T W Martin present their views on how the potential of mentally superior children can best he developed The wide diversity of professional practice in meeting this challenge is reflected in the film Parents and citizen groups with an interest in this problem will find this good discussion material IFB 1959 GLACIER PARK color L293 2 reels Armchair travelers and those interested in national parks will find this film of interest Beautiful color photography HOEFLER 193 GLACIER PARK AND THE CANADIAN RCCKIES color L2119 2 reels This unusual international park provides an opportunity to actually see a glacier and learn how glaciers operate Eeautiful color photography HOEFLER 198 GLASS color 1335 1 reel Made at the Royal Leerdam glassmaking works in the Netherlands this documentary film explores the rhythmic and visual effects produced in making glass both as it is blown and molded by master craftsmen and as it is manufactured on the assembly line A jazz accompaniment to the work of the craftsmen contrasts sharply with the dehumanized synthetic sound accompanying the mechanized process No narration but an extremely effective film For all groups GO 1959 GLASSFROM THE OLD TO THE NEW THROUGH RESEARCH color L2115 2 reels The techniques of manufacturing glass have changed as research has developed new forms and new uses for glass Old and new are contrasted and the processes of manufacture are shown EEF 195 GLORY OF SPRING color L199 reel Timelapse photography shows how buds awaken and flowers and leaves grow to create the glory and beauty of spring LFB 1950 GOD IN NATURE color L182 1 reel Suitable for inspirational programs with garden clubs and religious groups Shows various phases of nature such as sea mountain flowers clouds seasons PLCTOSCUND PROD GOLDEN AGE L2301 3 reels This film examines the question as to whether retirement at 65 means the end of the road for older people Three cases are presented to discuss three view points for one it means emptiness and futility for another the beginning of a new career for the third the discovery that the anticipated happiness of unlimited leisure does not last MCGRAWHILL 1958 GOLDEN DOOR color L2302 2 reels An animated color film treats a serious subject in a humorous and original way examining how many and what type of people have come into our country Facts and figures illustrate what our policy has been up to now and project what the future policy concerning immigration might be Reviews the laws governing immi gration and questions whether our present ones are realistic Should be a good discussion film for business religious welfare and civic groups DYNAMIC 1959 35 mmmmam GOLDEN FISH color L2l39 3 reels A gay and suspenseful story of the wondrous world of a little boy his pets and a neartragedy that threatens The little boy has a canary but he yearns for a beautiful goldfish that is a prize in a game of chance in a nearby carnival Although a man wants the fish the attendant is unable to catch him and the fish seems to want to be won by the boy In the new home the fish and the bird become friends but both are nearly destroyed by a predatory alley cat No narration but a delightful guitar accompaniment to the story makes it a pleasant experience for both young and old COLUMBIA 1962 GOOD GROOMING FOR GIRLS color L230 1 reel Emphasizes the fact that an attractive appearance is achieved by a carefully followed routine a wellplanned and caredfor wardrobe attention to hair nails teeth personal daintiness good posture and proper diet and rest CORONET 1956 GOTHIC ART color L2395 2 reels Explores the meaning of the term Gothic in art using famous churches of that style to illustrate what the symbols meant through sculpture and architecture One of a series of art films coordinated with the McGrawHill Encyclopedia of World Art MCGRAWHILL 1962 GRAND CANYON color L2396 3 reels The camera explores the Grand Canyon and its plant and animal life to provide a pictorial interpretation of all four movements of Ferde Grofes Grand Canyon Suite Painted Desert and Sunrise On the Trail Cloudburst and Sunset and Finale There is no narration just the music and the canyon the river and the area immediately around it Excellent photography originally done for the wide screen and good sound DISNEY PROD I96l GRANDMA MOSES color L2102 2 reels Archibald MacLeish poet and artist himself narrates the story of the paintings of Grandma Moses one of Americas best known primitive artists Many examples of her work are included AFFILMS 1950 GRAPHIC ELEMENTS IN LANDSCAPE color L320 1 reel The way to find a picture in an landscape is shown in this art teaching film which explains how to analyze the elements seen and how to use them to best advantage in a painting Useful with art study groups ALLENDOR GREAT WEATHER MYSTERY L2kll 3 reels Originally produced as one of the CBS News Project 20 programs this film shows what weather is the many ways it is predicted and some of the steps which can be taken toward control of the weather Various means of weather prediction are shown from the Farmers Almanac of Dublin New Hampshire which studies the height of hornets nests and the thickness of the winter coats of animals to the work of the U S Weather Bureaus National Meterological Center in Suitland Maryland and in the New York office as they make their forecasts of local and national weather Includes scenes from the Tiros satellite probes of the upper atmosphere the U2 high altitude meterological planes Air Force balloons and some of the basic research being conducted at Loomis School in Connecticut and at Yellowstone National Park MCGRAWHILL 1962 36GROWTH OF FLOWERS color L121 1 reel Filmed with painstaking care over a long period of time Viewers observe the flovers sprouting frciri the ground blooming and finally dying Roses orchids jackinthepulpits daffodils and iris are used as illustrations CORONET 195 GULF COAST THE SOOTHS LAND OF OPPORTUNITY color L276 2 reels The emerging character of this region of the United States is presented in this film which stresses the location and distribution of Fatural and cultural phenomena which give character to the different parts of the earths surface Emphasizes manland relations and the ways in which major problems affect the lives of individuals in an area Portrays the influence of the weather on the Gulf Coast region and presents the economic opportunity which this area affords Of interest to mens clubs general audiences and armchair travelers MCGRAW 1963 HAILSTONES AND HALIBUT BONES color L38 1 reel Actress and screen personality Celeste Holm gives a delightful reading of Mary ONeills poem to accompany the lovely colored animated drawings illustrating it Unusual musical background Useful with a poetry hour or with book talks to children art groups or other programs focused on lively arts STERLING 1963 HAIR CARE color L237 2 reels One of a series of practical films dealing with personal grooming for teenage girls this is a workmanlike approach to the matter Reminds one that healthy hair depends upon adequate washing and brushing and points out the way to care for healthy hair Uses teenage models and has a mature woman as narrator IFB i960 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY L2505 2 reels A short film which received the Academy award in 1963 as the best liveaction short subject this can be used for many programs It is an excellent example of the film as an art form it is good fun it is social satire The story deals with the misadventures of a young couple in Paris as they try to carry out plans for a romantic celebration of their wedding anniversary No dialogue or narration is necessary as the characters experience the events PROD UNLIMITED 1963 HARE AND THE TORTOISE L122 1 reel A childrens classic comes vividly alive in this charming film Real animals play all roles the wily fox lays out the course the wise old owl acta as judge and the steady tortoise finally beats the boastful hare in a most exciting finish EEF 197 HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON color L351 1 reel Crockett Johnsons book comes to life as a cleverly animated Harold uses his large purple crayon to make real the things he draws He goes for a walk in the woods and draws the trees When he is hungry he draws food he likes best to eat when he falls in the ocean he draws a beat and climbs into it Finally when tired of adventures he finds his way home to his own bed he draws up the covers and goes to sleep CONTEMPORARY 1963 37HAVE I TOLD YOU LATELY THAT I LOVE YOU L2kk2 2 reels This film is a provocative study of the impact made by advances in technology on modern daily life Without narration scenes showing how machines and appli ances of all kinds lend to the physical comfort of the family while at the same time they tend to separate the members and lead them farther apart Sound effects from the machines and appliances traffic noises scattered words and scraps of conversation are used effectively to make the films points Good dis cussion film for teens through adults USC 1961 HAUNTS OF PIRATES color L2397 2 reels The scenes of the activities of some of the famous pirates of the Spanish Main ere shown as the tales of their depredations are narrated Ranges from Nassau to the Virgin Islands and from Jamaica to Panama Includes areas frequented by Blackbeard Henry Morgan and Captain Kidd Shows some of the treasure recovered from Pirates troves and buried ships Exciting and romantic adventure PROD UNL 195 HAWAII U S A color L226l 2 reels This film made while the Territory of Hawaii was seeking the status of state hood is a study of the history heritage culture and commercial life of the area Discusses volcanic origin of the islands and shows an active volcano as it erupts Shows the many people who make up the population and discusses the development of the major industries sugar pineapple cattle and coffee BAILEY 1953 HE IS RISEN color L273 2 reels The Christian story of the crucifixion and resurrection is told through a series of wellknown paintings accompanied by a masculine voice giving the narration from the New Testament The pictures are not identified but the film provides a moving experience and should be useful with church groups as well as art groups FILMS INC 1963 HELEN KELLER IN HER STORY L2188 L reeis A documentary film tracing the life of Helen Keller which is narrated by the actress Katherine Cornell Tells of her attainments under the handicaps of blindness deafness and muteness and of her work for others DE RCCHEMONT 1956 HELLO PIRRO L123 1 reel Wherein Pirro comes to lifelearns facts of his lifewood paint and strings that made him Meets creator Pat Patterson Delightful pantomime as he discovers own image in mirror learns to walk and run OFFICIAL 199 HELP YOURSELF color L2069 3 reeis Pictures a steelworkers first visit to the library and the use which he his family and the citizens generally can make of it The tools services and financial needs common to most libraries are illustrated ALA 1950 HELPING THE CHILD TO ACCEPT THE DOS L124 1 reel Portrays the child learning to live in a world defined by the Dos and explains how his personality is influenced by the extent to which the Dos are accepted Illustrates with life situations the types of dos the child must learn to accept l the dos for personal living 2 the masculine and feminine dos and 3 the dos for human relations EBF 198 38HELPIKG TEE CHILD TO FACE THE DONTS L125 T reel Reveals how the young child meets a world of Bonts and how he reacts by con forming in his own distinctive ways thus forming his own individual personality Classifies the Donts as those which protect the child from danger those which restrain him from taking things that belong to others and those which teach him to respect the rights of others EBF 198 HEMINGWAY Part 1 L23 3 reels Part II L2jM 3 reels Here is the l6mm version of the NEC production made shortly after Hemingways death Narrated by Chet Huntley it chronicles his life from boyhood through his years as a journalist and novelist until his death Draws upon one of the largest collections of still photographs and rare motion pictures of Hemingway ever assembled Includes major literary and artistic personalities of the twentieth century and documents the turbulent times in which he lived and took active part World Wars I and II the Spanish Civil War Examines the ritual of bullfighting which seemed to personify Hemingways Code of courage and comments on the interrelationship of his life and the characters in his major works MCGRAWHILL 1961 HENRI MATISSE L2097 2 reels Biographical commentary on the Life of the French painter Shows Matisse at work and the many changes his paintings go through before they are satisfactory to the artist An interval of slow motion photography gives opportunity to observe his techniques The film ends with pictures of Matisse at his home near Nice France FRENCH FILM EXCHANGE 196 HERCULES color L2218 2 reels This film was made by animating the original illustrations of the book by Hardie Gramatky which tells of the adventures of the little fire engine Useful for childrens programs WESTON 1956 HERE COMES THE CIRCUS L126 1 reel The great parade daring acrobats thrilling jumps famous clowns of the Cole Brothers Circus CASTLE 192 HERITAGE WE GUARD L2019 3 reels Traces the early exploitation of wildlife for hides and skins gradual westward movement of trappers and settlers and thoughtless exploitation of the land Shows the interrelation of wildlife and soil conservation CASTLE 190 HIDDEN EARTH color L25 3 reels Part of the Planet Earth series this film examines the structure of the solid earth and shows how the science of seismology is used to analyze it Traces ideas from ancient concepts to findings of present day research MCGRAWHILL 1962 HIMALAYA LIFE ON THE ROOF OF THE WORLD color L2303 2 reels Beautiful photography gives a comparative treatment of climate the geography economic conditions and cultures of this little known region Adult audiences interested in learning about other lands and peoples will enjoy this film ATLANTIS 1957 39HINDUISM L2446 2 reels Part of a fourfilm series on the great religions this is a straightforward explanation of the basic beliefs of Hinduism and of its relationship to other beliefs Stresses the Way of Works the Way of Worship and the Way of Wisdom in their search for the good life MCGRAWHILL 1962 HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROCKET color L27 2 reels Scientific principles and the theories pertaining to rocketry and space explora tion are presented in this documentary on an important area of scientific development Traces the development of rockets from the Chinese through the work of Dr Robert Goddard popularly known as the father of American rocketry and the work of the German Rocket Society which made the rocket useful as a war weapon in 191 Includes the work of scientists in Russia and the U S and the first space vehicles each orbited Projects what will happen in not toodistant lunar flight using diagrams and animation Clear explanation and background for understanding of space developments MCGRAWHILL 1962 HOAXTERS L2 2 reels Dory Schary with an excellent cast of well known Hollywood actors presents those who would overthrow democratic government in favor of Communism or any other totalitarian government as hoaxters no better than the medicine men who used to be found in cheap carnivals peddling their worthless curealls to the gullible Traces the development of both fascism in Germany and Italy and Communism in Russia showing how the representatives of those government waxed friendly or unfriendly to the U S according to how well it suited their purposes Stops with the episodes of 195 but leaves the way open to use other films or discuss further developments Still very useful as it is skillfully done FILMS INC 195 HOLY LAND BACKGROUND FOR HISTORY AND RELIGION color L215 1 reel The film vividly presents scenes of Jerusalem Nazareth the Lake of Galilee the River of Jordan Jericho and Mt Nebo in reference to many wellknown Bible passages Excellent background and enrichment material for Bible study or church school classes CORONET 1954 THE HOME L2081 2 reels One of a series of films depicting life in Palestine 2000 years ago Shows typical activities in the ancient home of a carpenters family UWF l9kk HOME NURSING FUNDAMENTALS L2111 2 reels Shows such nursing techniques as arranging the sick room making the bed morning care of the patient giving medicine according to the doctors instruct ions serving meals and suggestions on convalescent care CORONET 1953 HONEST WOODSMAN L127 1 reel Moral folk tale of an honest woodsman and his meeting with Mercury the god of good fortune A puppet film set in Greece CORONET 199 HONG KONG FREE PORT color L2398 2 reels The British Crown Colony of Hong Kong with its dependable government and free trade policies has developed a unique position in world trade This film shows how cooperation among the Americans British and Chinese has brought prosperity to the colony and surveys some of the colonys problems One of these is that of the refugees from Red China for whom special housing had to be constructed fol lowing a fire which brought near disaster among the shanties where they lived Useful for adults and young people who seek to understand this part of the world LEMONT 1961 kO fHORSE FARM color L2399 2 reels Horse lovers of all ages will enjoy this film which shows how the various standard breeds of horses are raised and trained for the work to which each type is best suited GROVERJENNINGS i960 HOUND THAT THOUGHT HE WAS A RACCOON color L2k86 k reels Once again Walt Disney has taken a good story dealing with animals and nature and has made an excellent entertainment film Useful for all ages for story hours for boys and girls for adult audiences anyone who likes dogs hunting and tramping through the woods DISNEY PROD 196U HOW LONG THE NIGHT L238 3 reels A desperate wife visits her pastor seeking help for an alcoholic husband Her plight portrays the torture alcoholism creates for individuals and for their families There is a real effort to build understanding of the problems alcoholics face The tone of the film is grim and a skilled discussion leader will be very helpful in using the film productively METHODIST TEMP 1958 HOW THE ANIMALS DISCOVERED CHRISTMAS color L2189 2 reels A crippled robin is left behind when the birds go south for the winter He is found and protected by the forest animals who seeing a Christmas tree in a little boys home and hearing his mother tell of the meaning of Christmas discover its meaning in their own actions CORONET 1956 HOW TO CONDUCT A DISCUSSION L206l 2 reels Clearly explains some of the basic principles of methods which discussion leaders can use in order to insure effective and satisfying group discussion Each principle is dramatized simply and forcefully EEF 1953 HCW TO GROW BEAUTIFUL AZALEAS AND CAMELLIAS color L2100 2 reels Begins by giving background information on azaleas and camellias Details of planting are demonstrated Special attention is given to controlling insect pests by spraying and dusting with insecticides CALIF SPRAY CHEMICAL CORP 1951 HCW TO GROW DAHLIAS color L2120 2 reels Clear directions show how to prepare soil set roots cultivate and care for Dahlias Timelapse photography shows buds bursting into bloom IFB 1950 HOW TO GROW GIADIOLAS color L2121 2 reels Shows how to prepare soil select bulbs set and care for them until they produce beautiful flowers Timelapse photography lets us actually see the blossoms open IFB 1950 HCW TO GROW IRIS color L2122 2 reels Methods for preparing beds planting and cultivating iris are clearly shown Soil conditions needed and peculiarities of this flower are analyzed Actual growth of iris is shown through timelapse photography IFB 1950 HOW TO GROW ROSES color L2123 2 reels Shows how to prepare soil plant and cultivate roses Many varieties and colors shown in various stages of bloom make this a beautiful film Timelapse photo graphy shows actual unfolding of blossoms IFB 198 inHOW TO VISIT L2171 2 reels The right and wrong procedures for conducting church visitation are dramatized Sufficiently general for any denomination yet specific enough to be useful to them BROAEMAN 1955 HUMAN FACTOR IN DRIVING L282 1 reel Shows how certain habits develop into death traps the effect of fatigue and how it develops how our eating habits cause accidents and the folly of driving when angry or under emotional stress PROGRESSIVE HUMAN GROWTH color L2066 2 reels A mixed group of seventhgrade youngsters in a class situation view an animated film which traces human growth and development of the organism from mating through pregnancy to birth then from infancy through childhood and adolescence to the adult form Useful for groups in parent education programs BROWN TRUST 198 HYMN OF THE NATIONS L2020 3 reels Arturo Toscanini conducts the NEC Symphony Orchestra soloist Jan Peerce and the Westminster Choir in a special arrangement of Verdis Hymn of the Nations celebrating the liberation of Italy in 193 A dramatic and an inspirational film for its portrayal of Toscanini both at home and on the podium its concept of international understanding and friendship and its visual and auditory rendition of Hymn of the Nations UWF 1945 IMMORTAL BIZET L2104 3 reels This film follows the development of Bizets career from a mediocre composer to a great one Shows a good feeling for French taste and culture of the period ALMANAC 1952 IMPACT L273 2 reels This study of the results of collisions at low rates of speed not only provides engineers with valuable data for improving the design and construction of automobiles but also reveals facts which drivers would do well to heed whenever they take the wheel Useful in driver education work with young people and adults CALIFU 1957 IMPRESSIONISM color L283 1 reel Inspiring paintings used with the cooperation of the countrys top art museums serve as examples of this kind of painting Basic characteristics explained are simplification of form by comparative analysis texture and heavily painted surfaces generalization of objects broken color techniques The film presents a concise and clear explanation of the unique qualities of impressionism BAILEY 1957 IN BLACK AND WHITE L2190 2 reels Summarizes the history of paper and its importance in communications Also includes brief histories of bookmaking and printing Made in Britain with British illustra tions but is useful for any group desiring information on this subject BIS 1952 IN GOB WE TRUST L200 3 reels One of the Crossroads series originally produced for television this film is based on the true story of Jeff Morrow a scorned and reviled rural Pennsylvania preacher who during the Civil War inspired the U S Motto In God we Trust PROB UNL i960 k2IN THE FOREST L321 1 reel Another picture book for children is transferred to the screen by Picture Book Parades inconographic technique A small boy goes for a valk in the woods and is joined by an unusual collection of animals WESTON i960 INDIA INTRODUCTION TO ITS HISTORY color L2228 2 reels General overview of the development of this complex subcontinent Traces the development of political divisions religious and social differences to give background for understanding some of the developments taking place in the 1950s Useful for adult discussion groups for background for mission study units EBF 1957 INDONESIA NEW NATION OF ASIA color L230 2 reels A simple survey of the history economy politics religion natural resources and cultures of the peoples living on the many islands of this nation Comprehensive and uptodate EBF 1959 INTERNATIONAL ATOM color L201 3 reels The film aims at presenting an overview of some of the peaceful uses of atomic energy throughout the world After a brief introduction explaining the role of the peaceful atom in the modern world as a potential source of power it describes the varied uses of radioactive isotopes in the fields of agriculture industry and medicine Concludes with a short sequence on basic nuclear research and education highlighting aspects of international cooperation CONTEMPORARY 1961 THE INTERVIEW color L33 1 eel This parody of a television interview between a square announcer and a Hep French hornist aims a telling blow at jargon and overspecialization as the inter viewer and the jazz musician manage to confuse each other completely Ignorance and jargon make it impossible for either to comprehend the others questions or answers Communications groups jazz enthusiasts and the general public should find the film amusing and a good discussion starter BRANDON 1962 ISLAM L2448 2 reels The doctrine and belief of Islam are clearly set forth in this examination of the rise and spread of Islam and the place of Mohammed as its prophet Traces its development and influence from its beginning through the present day Useful with groups studying comparative religion MCGRAWHILL 1962 ISRAEL MIDDLE EAST NEIGHBOR color L29 2 reels The purpose of this film is to present information about the geography culture and economy of modern Israel to show Israels unique position as a new world neighbor in the ancient Middle East and to bring about a better understanding of the people who are working to build a new nation A workmanlike useful survey of developments in this country BAILEY 1962 ITALIAN INTERLUDES color L2286 2 reels The story is woven around the cities of Venice and Rome featuring the many hundreds of fountains in Rome Capturing the atmosphere of these cities it will have a special appeal for those who have a soft spot in their hearts for Italy PIZZO 195 h3 MOMMHIT TAKES ALL KINDS L2021 2 reels The right marriage partner need not be ones exact counterpart but for a happy marriage two personalities must mesh they must complement each other The traits that identify personalities are not difficult to discover most people in a moment of stress will reveal them riUite clearly This film shows a series of young peop each one reacting to an identical tense situation and each one dis closing the essential pattern of his or her personality Each of these young people is also shown in a situation involving a member of the opposite sex so that the personality traits already demonstrated can be judged in terms of mate selection and circumstances of successful marriage The successful marriages the film points out will be those where the partners choose each other with care with a sure knowledge of each other and then accept each other for what theyare not for what each might wish the other to be MCGRAWHILL 1950 JACK AND THE BEANSTALK L131 reel A faithful version of the fairy tale with actual dialog spoken by professional actors Includes such scenes as Jack trading the cow for the magic beans the beanstalk towering to the sky the strange land of the wicked ogre and the hen that lays the golden eggs STERLING 1919 JAPAN color L2229 Camera study of the people of modern day Japan with emphasis on the economic problems posed by the lack of natural resources and laborsaving machines and the abundance of water power and skilled labor Discusses some of the problems Japan encounters m world trade Presents scenes from modernday schools home life SSfSTpS8 U957f thS ChanS6S WhiCh are taking Place in this country JAPAN HARVESTS THE SEA color L2l02 The Ama girls or seaweed gatherers are featured in this study of how the S Japanese take from the sea much of the food necessary to sustain them and of the economic importance of the sea to the nations economy Follows a typical day in a family of fisher folk in one of the villages with the men going toea reinK and dyeing nets making preparations for handling the catch The Amas are diving girls who harvest a special seaweed which is refined for commercial use by tlj older women who are no longer able to dive DISNEY PROD 1961 JAPANESE FAMILY L2022 The story of the Kawai family silkweavers of Kyoto Japan Includes work at v T Prparatl0n of meals children doing homework visiting a beautiful park and watching a puppet show and the preparations and observance of a Japanese New Years celebration by the entire family Accompanied by authentic Japanese music performed on native instruments MCGRAWHILL 1950 Japanese JAPANS ART FROM THE LAND color L3 The camera follows the Japanese artist Shuson Kono as he paints a mountain landscape as the narrator points out how the Japanese people mirror physical art LT 1962 arChltectue an otherlorms of 11JAPANS MEW FAMILY PATTERNS color L251 2 reels A typical middleclass family of Kyoto is shorn as they go about their tasks at home and at work living a life which daily demands adjustment from the old to the new and from tradition to innovation Points up sharply how Japans recent progress shows up in the social institutions and standards of its people HOLT 192 JEFFERSON THE ARCHITECT L205 1 reel Monticello the home of Thomas Jefferson is shown in a careful study of both the house and the grounds They are here presented as the product of Jeffersons architectural genius Other examples of his work are shown particularly the Virginia State Capitol and the University of Virginia IFB 1950 JENNYS BIRTHDAY color L2 1 reel The story of Jennys Birthday by Esther Averill is brought to the screen by animating the original illustrations and using a narrator to tell the story in the exact words of the book Jenny Lindsky is the little cat who lives in New York and this is the story of her birthday celebration WESTON 1957 JERUSALEM THE HOLY CITY color L210 1 reel Pictures the pageantry of Jerusalem and the historical shrines sacred to three religious traditions Jewish Christian and Mohammedan Settings and shrines are related to the historic events and religious associations with which they are identified in the tradition and heritage of the western world There is no mention of modern Israel as a nation EBF 1930 JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY 19171963 L275 3 reels The highlights of the life of the late president from boyhood until his assassination Points up his close ties with his family and church his friend liness sense of humor genuine interest in all people and their problems in cludes scenes from his naval and political careers Clips from television and newsreels cover the assassination the televised murder of Lee Oswald and scenes from the funeral procession where the great of the world gathered to honor him FILMS INC 196k JOHN MARSHALL L2085 2 reels The founder of American constitutional law is portrayed in a film covering his early life his role in the American Revolution and the experiences of his political life leading up to his appointment as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Places emphasis on the value of Marshalls decisions which established the Supreme Court as the highest authority in determining the constitutionality of American legislation EBF 191 c JOHNNY APPLESEED A LEGEND OF FRONTIER LIFE color L2lUl 2 reels The inspiring story of Johnny Appleseed a man of peace whose gcl was to make the world a better place for all living creatures imaginatively told against the background of pioneer America CORONET 1950 JORDAN VALLEY L2077 2 reels Presents the geographical background of the Bible giving unity in the form of a trip along the Jordan from Palestine to the Dead Sea IFB 1950 5JOSE ITURBI PIANIST L128 1 reel Jose Iturbi plays Sevilla by Albeniz and Fantasie Impromptu by Chopin OFFICIAL JOURNEY IN FRANCE color L2230 2 reels A family trip aboard a barge up the river and through the canals from the city of Marseille to Lyons and Strasbourg affords an excellent understanding of the river and canal systems of France Beautiful scenes of the countryside and glimpses of life along the river and on board a canal boat make this a usable travel film for all ages CHURCHILLWEXLER 1957 JOURNEY IN HEALTH color L203 2 reels The importance of regular health checkups and medical supervision from infancy to adulthood is pointed out Uses examples showing how possible health difficulties were averted by prompt medical attention and also shows some handicaps which might have been overcome or made much less severe through such attention at the proper time Useful for club groups PTA groups etc CORONET i960 JOURNEY TO NAZARETH color L2305 3 reels A modernday pilgrims journey to the Bible land provides the opportunity to re capture the times and events of Jesus life and to recall his teachings Not overcrowded with narration there are several places where the viewer is allowed to meditate with only the music supporting the visual images Suitable for both adults and childrens programs the film can be used at any time throughout the year even though it covers the Christmas season in Nazareth NOVIK 1959 KEY TO A FUTURE color L2U80 2 reels This library recruitment film uses the device of two high school students who must prepare a career research paper as a class assignment They visit the library discover a monograph on librarianship as a career and in their imagination project themselves several years into the future as librarians in the major types of libraries Gives a good if brief glimpae of what good librarians do and the need for libraries Librarians come through as real fleshandblood people rather than the oldfashioned stereotype and both they and the profession are made attractive to young people WING 1960 KIONIS POI POUNDER color L285 1 reel Taken from Hawaiian folklore this legend explains the origin of a strange shaped island off the coast of Oahu When Kioni a young Hawaiian boy captures a shark that has terrorized his village he is amazed to see it turn into a boy his own age Sparing his life Kioni keeps the shark boy as his slave until one day when he realizes how unhappy the boy is and sets him free with the gift of his stone poi pounder In gratitude the shark boy turns the pounder into an island as a pledge that he will never again attack Kionis people The element of magic and the beautiful setting give this film a special appeal to older children CINEPIC 1953 KNOW YOUR LIBRARY Rev ed color L32 1 reel School oriented and well done this film may be used to emphasize the value of libraries of almost any type Using a student who has a research assignment for a class the film shows how to use the card catalog how to find books classified by the Eewey Decimal system and how to use reference materials such as the encyclopedia and the Readers Guide to Periodical Literature CORONET 1962 kGLADYBIRD STORY color L26 1 reel Pictures the beneficial effects of ladybird beetles in fields and gardens Useful for garden clubs or ethers who need information picturing the helpful insects of the world BOWLING 1957 LAND OF THE PINK SNOW color L239 3 reels An old Crow Indian legend about a lost lake pink snow and a grasshopper glacier supplies the reason for a pack trip into the high mountains of Montana The guide a father and two sons make up the party which explores the area and finds the lake with the large trout Such things as camp cooking shaving with ice water and drinking water from a hat add to the interest Useful for library programs scouts mens clubs etc FRONTIER i960 LANDSCAPING FOR THE FUTURE color L20 2 reels Easic principles to consider in making a plan for landscaping the grounds around the average home are presented with advice on choice of shrubs trees and other plants Explicit directions are given for transplanting trees and shrubs Emphasizes the importance of having an orderly plan for developing the landscape and for following it in progressive steps Especially useful for beginners CORNELB U 19 LASCAUX CRADLE OF MANS ART color E2306 2 reels The cave paintings discovered in I9I0 in the Dordogne region in France are the subject of this film which was made in 1950 The circumstances of the discovery are recreated as two small boys chasing a rabbit with their dog fall through the ground into the caverns whose walls are covered with pictures of animals These paintings are explored at length as an excellent narrator discusses what they are and why they are important IFB 1950 LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK color E305 1 reel This film is a travelog type of presentation which takes viewers through the Lassen Volcanic National Fark giving some background on the phenomena which produced the sights of the area BARR i960 LEE THE VIRGINIAN L252 3 reels The late actor Thomas Mitchell narrates this study of the philosophy and career of the Souths greatest hero Robert E Lee Sums up his personal philosophy points out the high points of Southern resistance at Gettysburg and elsewhere and shows Lees relations with his lieutenants Follows his career as an educator after the war ended and examines the impact of his character and philosophy on his era MCGRAWHILL 1962 LEGEND OF THE PIED PIPER L133 1 reel A puppet film dramatizing the wellknown fairy tale of the master musician who drove the rats from the city of Hamelin CORONET 199 LENTIL color L265 1 reel Robert McCloskeys story of Lentil and his harmonica becomes a highly entertaining film in the Picture Book Parade Series WESTON 1957 7 MxaHMHBHBHfllLEONARDO DA VINCI color L2231 3 reels The life and work of the great artist and scientist of the Renaissance period come to life in this film Opening in 152 with his arrival at Florence his work is woven into the historical period in such a way as to make the film important for history and science as well as for art An outstanding musical background contributes to the effectiveness of the film as does the excellent color photography EBF 1957 LETS GO TO THE CIRCUS L192 1 reel Excitement and thrills of the circus are all here with acrobats clowns racing horses and elephants EBF 19U9 LETS TALK ABOUT FILMS L2l6k 2 reels In a workshop session several group leaders discuss what was wrong when a leader was able to get no response from an audience They compare his exper ience with that of another who uses the same film and obtains lively response Should be useful in training leaders to conduct film discussions of many types as well as ether discussions NFB 1953 LETS VISIT SCHOOL LIBRARIES color L2191 2 reels The North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction has produced this film to show how library service operates in its school system Pictures school libraries in schools for both races showing examples of good planning of space equipment attractive use of color display area etc NC 1956 LETTER FROM ALASKA color L2262 2 reels Done in the form of a letter from an uncle to an elementary school student this film gives a wealth of information about Alaska Shows large and small cities various industries and geographical terrains Uses animated map to trace development from its discovery in 1751 to the period just before state hood Useful for adult groups needing background on Alaska NORTHERN 1957 LETTER FROM INDONESIA color L2192 2 reels Life in Indonesia is described as an Indonesian student writes a letter to friends in the United States In addition to picturing conditions in the country much emphasis is placed on their feeling of reliance on American ideals of democracv and selfgovernment CHURCHILL 1955 THE LIBRARIAN L286 1 reel The film emphasizes the background and training needed to become a librarian and illustrates the variety of ways in which the modern library provides service to the public The opening scene shows a young college science student who is undecided as to his future An enthusiastic librarian who likes her job influences him to enroll in a library school and he becomes head of the Science Department in a large college library IFB 1956 LIBRARY ADVENTURE color L213 1 reel A brother and sister find the childrens room of a public library to be a friendly and interesting place Shows how to find fiction and nonfiction books and explains how to use the card catalog how to check out books obtain a library card and care for books Example used is the childrens room of the Los Angeles Public Library NEUBACHER 1956 18LIBRARY IS A PLACE WHERE color L2179 2 reels This is a film on library use which carries out well its purpose of helping children discover that a library card can be an invitation to adventure to experience of the most amusing fantastic or practical kind and to tell the story of a research project that started with a story hour in the public library and ended as a dramatic production in a childrens theater The children in the film look for answers and for help in books in their own homes in their school library and in the Childrens Room of the Public Library They discover that librarians can help in many ways not only to locate books but to find other useful things such as pictures and recorded music EEF 193 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS L2080 2 reels A pictorial tour of the Library of Congress showing its many and varied facil ities and activities UWF 195 LIBRARY ON WHEELS L2503 2 reels One of the early documentary films dealing with one of the pioneer cooperative public library service programs the Frazer Valley Union Library in Canada Stress is laid on the importance of books not only to the valley people but also to people all over Canada Pictures librarians taking courses such as are given at the University of Toronto and McGill University Primarily useful now from the historical point of view it is valuable in documenting the growth of the idea of cooperation for library service in a sparsely settled area NFBC l9J5 LIFE IN THE SAHARA L21U8 2 reels Here is pictured nomadic desert camp life and a journey by caravan to the oasis market place with its busy bazaars Includes views of the milking of goats the grinding of grain bread making crushing of rock salt and the weaving of camels hair street scenes Other scenes are of a donkey train baby camel date palms typical natives and a Mohammedan mosque EBF 1953 LIFE OF CHRIST L2032 2 reels Woodcuts of Albrecht Eurer lVfl1529 show the story of the life of Christ The narration is based on the King James Version of the New Testament ATHENA 1950 LIFE OF CHRIST IN ART color L2172 2 reels Paintings of episodes from the life of Christ representing the work of artists of seven centuries are used to tell the story of the life of Christ from the annunciation to the crucifixion and the resurrection No identification of the pictures or of the artists is made in the narration CORONET 1956 LISTENING TO GOOD MUSICTHE STRING QUARTET L2191 2 reels The fine arts Quartet illustrates the fundamentals of group musical performance The range and distinctive qualities of each instrument are identified then combined to show how the four voices develop theme and mood With excerpts from quartets by Mozart Haydn and Schubert the film describes the relationship of performer to composer and of the individual performers to each other EBF 1955 THE LITTERBUG color L33 1 reel Walt Disneys Donald Duck cartoon brings home a needed message for every age group as Donald undergoes all kinds of adventure and misadventure to learn not to litter streets and highways DISNEY PRODUCTIONS 1962 h9 LITTLE RED HEN This film retells the famous action CORONET 1950 fable L131 1 reel in a charming combination of art and live LITTLE RED LIGHTHOUSE cclor L266 1 reel The Picture Book Parade has taken another favorite childrens story and using the original illustrations and text made it a pleasing presentation The narrator does not talk down to the children but does speak with understanding and appreciation of the childs viewpoint Tells the story of the small light house which thought it was being replaced by the powerful beacon for planes WESTON 1956 LITTLEST ANGEL color L2195 2 reels The wellknown childrens story of the same title is brought to the screen with animated drawings telling the sad story of the little fouryaarold angel who found it difficult to conform to the customs of the other angels in heaven and of how he was comforted by one of the older understanding angels and in the end was honored by having his gift to the Child of God accepted Narrated by good male voice A welcome addition to seasonal films for Christmas CORONET 1950 LOCKS OF SAULT SAINTE MARIE color L2173 3 reels The system of locks which enables traffic to pass from Lake Superior to Lake Huron is shown first in models then by following a freighter as it passes through the locks The importance of the Great Lakes traffic to the economy of the area is emphasized Useful for adult groups who are interested in trans portation or economics MICH U 1955 LOONS NECKLACE color L135 1 reel A charming Indian legend telling how the loon a water bird received his distinguishing neckband Authentic ceremonial masks carved by Indians of British Columbia are used to establish the characters of the story and portray all of the action Small children unaccustomed to masks should be prepared for the grotesque faces Rich color photography delightful narration and effective background music EBF 199 LOUISIANA STORY Part I L2350 3 reels Part II L2351 3 reels One of four famous documentary films made by Robert Flaherty this is signi ficant for its remarkably beautiful photography and its presentation of the life of the Cajuns in the bayous of Louisiana One 12yearold boy and his family bring to a focus the effects of the discovery of oil upon the bayou areas and the contrasts in the Cajun way of life and that of people elsewhere Worthwhile as a program in itself CONTEMPORARY 198 LOVE OF BOOKS L221 1 reel While this film deals with the history of bookmaking in Great Britain primarily it is actually a general history or overview of the field of bookmaking Particular attention is given to handwork and fine craftsmanship in creating beautiful books Useful for almost any educational or book program BIS 1952 50 MADELINE color L237 1 reel The delightful story of Madeline with its accompanying illustrations by hudwig Bemelmans comes to life on the screen in a delightful cartoon Useful for childrens programs story hour etc COL 1952 MAGIC BOOK color L336 1 reel A magic hook comes to life in a library to illustrate the proper care and handling of books Somewhat moralistic and old fashioned in places it fills a need for this type of material NEW METHOD 1961 MAGIC FIDDLE color L2232 2 reels An old folk tale is presented by the Norwegian Ballet A young man gives away three shillings which he has earned to three beggars on the road The last beggar turns into a musician who gives the young man a magic fiddle that makes everyone dance when it is played Being forced to dance offends the sheriff who later arrests the youth and takes him to the gallows As a last requtt he is allowed to play the fiddle Everyone dances and he makes his escape Surrealistic settings colorful costumes excellent dancers and gay music make this film useful for general programs dance music and folklore CONTEMPORARY 1957 MAGIC MICHAEL color L322 1 reel Michael imagines that he is a series of strange animals and unusual things in this story by Louis Slobodkin which is transferred to the screen by the animation of the pictures in the book WESTON i960 MAHATMA GANDHI L2233 2 reels Gandhi one of the outstanding figures of our time is shown as a spiritual as well as a political leader who sacrificed personal ambition to lead India in its struggle for freedom Emphasizes his philosophy of the use of nonviolence and moral force Uses newsreel clips from the last halfcentury to form an important record of history in the making EEF 1955 MAHNOMEN HARVEST OF THE NORTH color L2352 2 reels Edible wild rice has always been found in relatively small areas of North America The Chippewa Indians knew and used it and still harvest it today according to the same principles they formerly used Its harvest is strictly regulated This film shows the harvesting and processing of the rice for sale and closes with a dance of thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest FILM RES CO i960 MAJOR RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD color L2119 2 reels Sketches fundamental beliefs and shows typical worship services and ritual of five of the major religious groups of the world including nonChristian as well as Christian groups Film serves as a good introduction to a broader study of the topic EBF 195 MAKE A MOBILE color L287 1 reel The steps to be followed in making a mobile are clearly and simply demonstrated Shows students making mobiles from wire thread sheet aluminum a discarded towel rack a sponge toothpicks and a ping pong ball BAILEY 198 51MAKEUP color L2370 2 reels One of a series for teenage girls on good grooming this film places the emphasis upon good health as a basis for natural good looks Gives advice on complexion care and use of makeup with emphasis on the natural effect IFB i960 MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS L222 1 reel The original illustrations from the book are used to depict the story which is welltold by a masculine voice Usable for almost any childrens program WESTON 1956 MAKING A STAINED GLASS WINDOW color L2307 2 reels Each step in the process of making a stained glass window is clearly demonstrated and discussed by the artist Begins with the designing and cutting the glass and goes to the final firing leading and finishing CALIFU 193 MAN AND HIS CULTURE L2150 2 reels Shows the great variety of ways in which people live by comparing the African tribesmen American city dwellers people of China Mexico South America India etc Indicates the characteristics which all cultures have in common and the conflict which results from the fact that cultures are constantly changing EBF 1950 MAN IN SPACE color L223l 3 reels Dr Wernher von Braun traces the development of mans efforts to conquer space and goes into the mechanics of the fourstage rocket and its development Models and illustrations on paper are used to make his points From an imaginary island proving ground the operation of the rocket is visualized from the moment the crew take places in the rocket through the tour into space to return to base All of this is made possible through the use of animated cartoons based on the best current knowledge of space flight Usable with adults and older beys and girls who are interested in the possibilities of space flight and its effects on man DISNEY PROD 1957 MAN IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY L202 2 reels Today mans material progress is at its highest peak but his daily routine is often one of boredom and dissatisfaction And although he wants peace his world is split into two opposite and conflicting philosophies communism and democracy Yet through an everwidening system of public education and through the mechanism of the United Nations 20th Century man is groping towards the means which will insure peace and happiness for future generations MOT 1950 MAN OF THE CENTURY CHURCHILL Part I L2353 3 reels Part II L235 3 reels One of the TV Twentieth Century series this is a penetrating study of Winston Churchill from his first appearance in public life through his leader ship during World War II and immediately after MCGRAW i960 MARK TWAIN BACKGROUND FOR HIS WORKS color L2196 2 reels A brief but fairly comprehensive account of the life and early experiences of Samuel L Clemens or Mark Twain and of how he came to write the books which made for him a special place in American literature CORONET 1957 52MAW WITHOUT A COUNTRY L2lk6 3 reels Edward Everett Hales classic story of the meaning of patriotism is veil interpreted in this film Narration and dramatization combine to produce a faithful rendering of the story YA MARRIAGE TODAY L2026 2 reels This film offers some of the answers to the problems raised in This Charming Couple it provides dramatic treatment of the ideals and goals of adult love Two couples are the protagonists of this film two couples who have made their marriage work through clear analysis of their mutual aims and cooperation in striving to achieve them MCGRAWHILL 1950 MARSHES OF THE MISSISSIPPI color L2355 2 reels The swamplands of the Mississippi support a wide variety of plant and animal life which are shown in unusual scenes of natural beauty Trapping and hunting afford livelihood for those who are hardy enough to follow those occupations Will appeal to those interested in the wilderness and in nature DAGGETT i960 MARTIN LUTHER Part I L2219 3 reels Part II L2220 3 reels Part III L2221 3 reels This feature length film portrays the life and times of Martin Luther and the Reformation movement which he led Will Be of particular interest to Protestant groups and those with a special interest in history or biography LUTH MASK OF COMEDY color L2356 2 reels This film traces the rise and development of the Italian popular theater known as the Commedia dellArte from its Renaissance beginning through its influence on the theater of the Western World to modern times Shows how masks were used to establish and identify character types Closes with a marionette performance featuring some of the Commedia dellArte characters PIZZO i960 MEANING OF ENGAGEMENT color L215 2 reels Emphasis is placed on the engagement period as a period for mutual adjustment and emotional preparation for marriage In the film the young couple change their plans for a hasty wedding to see more of each other in their new relation ship to make sure that they are ready for marriage CORONET 1951 MEDIEVAL WORLD L193 1 reel Medieval times are pictured within the framework of the English walled city of York the flemish guildhalls of Ghent and the French Cathedral of Chartres New meaning is given to such terms as knights feudalism castles crusades chivalry etc CORONET 1950 MEETING EMOTIONAL NEEDS IN CHILDHOOD L2067 3 reels This film one of the Vassar series of Personality Studies of Normal Development is useful for community and youth leaders interested in obtaining a better understanding of children NYU 197 MEETING IN SESSION L210 2 reels The first sequence shows five nurses discussing staffing problems with an autocratic supervisor The second depicts the same group working democratically to solve its problems The differences between the two ways of working are evident and the viewer draus his own conclusions COL U PRESS 1953 53 ECALOPOLIS color L298 2 reels A good survey of the eastern seaboard megalopolis that densely populated highly builtup area reaching from the New York City area down to Washington and Ealtimore Useful for sparking discussion of problems of city living and city planning EBF 1963 MERRY CHRISTMAS L2050 2 reels The Vienna Boys Choir sing carols as they prepare for a Christmas celebration STERLING 199 MEXICO CITY PATTERN FOR PROGRESS color L2308 2 reels A travel film which does more than bring to the screen the familiar sights of the city Shows the ways in which the people are bringing about progress in education in civic and economic improvements in agriculture and medicine in improved housing conditions industry and more sanitary food supplies Emphasizes the place of the arts in the heritage of modern Mexico City and the position of the city as a leader in fashion design painting and culture in general HOEFLER 1959 MEXICO LAND OF COLOR AND CONTRAST color L2235 2 reels Mexico City and Taxco are presented to contrast the old and the new in Mexican civilization Clear brilliant color photography emphasizes the constant use of brilliant color among the people in their everyday lives Emphasis is also placed on the cultural artistic and historic phases of life in Mexico NEUBACHER 1956 MICHELANGELO AND HIS ART color L2 2 reels The many facets of the man and his art are explored in a film which is beautifully made Useful for art appreciation groups of all ages and for program material CORONET 1962 MIKE MULLIGAN AND HIS STEAM SHOVEL color L288 1 reel Mike Mulligan and his beloved if outdated steam shovel Mary Ann come to life in this film which uses the drawings from the original book WESTON 1956 MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD color L2309 2 reels A scenic essay on Americas natural beauty this film is entirely without narration set to an allBach musical score Usable for meditation for church groups and for many other occasions MILLERWOOD 1957 MILLIONS OF CATS color L27 1 reel Wanda Gags story comes alive on the screen as the original illustrations are animated and a pleasant voiced story teller narrates the wellloved childrens tale WESTON 1956 MINERALS AND ROCKS color L2236 2 reels This workmanlike film presents an introduction to rocks and minerals giving a clear analysis of their properties and classifications Demonstrates for collectors or others who are interested in rock study Boy Scout groups collectors clubs will find the film helpful EBF 1957 MIRACLE OF THE TREES color L200 Tree buds swell burst open and release miniatux Made by timelapse photography IFB 1950 but 1 reel perfect leaves and flowers 5 MISSING WITNESS color L289 1 reel A witness to an accident involving a teenage driver who was not at fault leaves before anyone can get his name Finding him and vindicating the driver provide the framework for a valuable lesson in safe driving SID DAVIS 1958 MR CHAIRMAN FUNDAMENTALS OF PARLIAMENTARY LAW color L2310 2 reels Using the cartoon technique this film provides an introduction to the subject and makes the basic points necessary to an understanding of parliamentary law Indicates further topics which presiding officers may need to explore but gives enough to help develop some selfconfidence and some idea of the necessity for orderly procedure in conducting the business of any group EBF i960 MOHAMMEDAN WORLD BEGINNINGS AND GROWTH color Lll 1 reel Good presentation of Islamic world today Compares and contrast with other parts of world giving brief background for Mohammedan beliefs Reviews the his tory of Mohammedan way of life and Its impact on western culture CORONET 1953 MONKEY WHO WOULD BE KING color L2U8 1 reel Simple fable concerning a monkey who accepts the crown of the animal kingdom and then has to suffer the consequences Many animals are candidates for the retiring lions crown The monkey wins but the fox resents it and plots vengeance The monkey learns that the responsibility of the crown is heavy EBF 1957 MONUMENT VALLEY color L217lj 2 reels The natural beauty and wonders of the fourcorner country of Arizona Colorado Utah and New Mexico in which Monument Valley is located provide a wealth of information as well as beauty Shows the life and customs of the Navaho Indians Excellent color and photography HOEFIER 1955 MOONBIRD color L306 1 reel Two children are the chief characters in this color cartoon It sketches their adventures as they sneak out of their houses at night to catch a mysterious bird Brings back reminisences of childhood for adult viewers and will prove entertaining to children HARRISON 1959 MORNING STAR color L2116 h reels Shepherd life in western U S is shown amid scenes of great beauty The hard ships of herding sheep and the intensely hard work involved are shown and it is pointed out that methods have changed very little since Biblical times Good conservation theme and some meditation values as the narrator uses the 23rd Psalm to summarize EBF 199 MOSAIC color L2197 2 reels Shows the planning collecting of native materials preparation of materials and the actual construction of the mosaic for a public school building Emmy Lou Packard San Francisco artist is assisted by the school children CVE 1956 55MOTHER GOOSE STORIES color L137 1 reel Mother Goose steps out of the Nursery Rhyme book and waving her wand brings to life several of the bestloved characters of Mother Goose Land Among those shown are Little Miss Muffet Old Mother Hubbard and her dog the Queen of Hearts the Knave and the King Humpty Eumpty and the Kings Men BAILEY 198 MOUNTAIN FARM color L2357 3 reels Paul Samples wellknown painter of the New England landscape explains his technique of painting He uses the canvas Mountain Farm to illustrate his approach to oil painting Useful for art study groups or art students IFB 1961 MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK color L307 1 reel A brief excursion into this national park is made with beautiful shots showing the grandeur and beauty of the area Narrator lectures on the natural history and phenomena to be observed as one travels through the park BARR i960 MOUNT VERNON IN VIRGINIA L2063 2 reels Mount Vernon is shown with all of its wellloved objects as it might have been viewed by General Washington on Christmas Eve 1783 as he returned home after completing his duties as commanderinchief of the American Armies MCGRAWHILL 1950 MOUNTAIN OF FIRE color L29 1 reel A beautiful and awesome film depicting the eruption of Mt Etna in Sicily and the effects of the volcano upon the lives of the people living nearby ALMANAC 1955 MRUAND MR PEACOCK color L250 1 reel Delightfully whimsical story written and narrated by nine year old Susan Elaine Chaput who drew the pictures which were animated to tell the story Deals with the imaginary town of Onion where all of the people have the shapes of vegetables or fruits The things that happen to them are the everyday things that happen to people everywhere but Susans comments and the drawings set them apart as rather special EBF 1957 MUSIC IN AMERICA L2027 2 reels Features such outstanding musical personalities as singer Marian Anderson compose George Gershwin bandsman Benny Goodman violinist Mischa Elman conductor Serge Koussevitsky and others This film is designed not only to give a comprehensive picture of U S music but also to intensify interest in it MOT MUSIC OF WILLIAMSBURG color L271 3 reels Research into the customs and culture of the days of Colonial Williamsburg revealed the instruments and the type of music popular in both England and America in the early seventeenth century In this film competent artists perform on authentic instruments to add to the enlightenment and entertainment which can be found in this restored city Done in colonial costume as are the other films dealing with Colonial Williamsburg Useful with music lovers as well as those interested in historical topics COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG 1963 56MY FINANCIAL CAREER L9 1 reol An animated film of the celebrated essay by Canadian humorist Stephen Leacock about a young man who is prospering and decides he should open a bank account Peacocks humor dealt with ordinary people in extraordinary situations MY FINANCIAL CAREER is no exception A San Francisco International Film Festival winner it will have a wide appeal both to bookish audiences and to those who want a brief film on the light and entertaining side STERLING 1963 MY POPS A LINEMAN color L2263 2 reels A lineman returning from his work sees his son Bill trying to retrieve a kite tangled in a high voltage line In order to make the boy aware of the danger involved the lineman takes Bill with him on a typical workday where several dangerous situations arise At the conclusion of the story the film by the use of visual cause and effect scenes reemphasizes major electrical safety measures IFB 1957 MYSTERIES OF THE BEEP color L2l05 3 reels Life in deep water provides a fascinating study Begins with the creatures of the surface and pursues them and others to the depths of a rocky reef where many types of marine life are found anemones feather dusters a sea lily sand crabs sea slugs pipefish grouper squid dolphins sea horses and octopi to name a few Illustrates the struggle for survival among the many kinds of animal life to be found in the deep water DISNEY PROD 1961 THE NATIVITY color L226 2 reels The story of the birth of the Christ Child is told through the use of religious paintings of the Masters throughout the ages A male voice narrates using the King James version from the gospel of Luke Musical background is taken from themes of the period portrayed Although there is no identification of the paintings the film is a rich art appreciation experience Ends with the return from Egypt UWF 1958 NATURES HALF ACRE color L2265 3 reels Shows the plant animal and insect life likely to be found in any garden field or woodland Magnified closeups and timelapse photography helps to picture the constant struggle for existence of earths creatures Usable for almost all ages DISNEY PROD 1953 NATURES STRANGEST CREATURES color L287 2 reels Unusual color photography provides an interesting picture of some of the more unusual and remarkable of the Australian mammals which are not commonly found in this country nor for that matter in many zoos Has the usual Disney magic in both narration and effective presentation DISNEY PROD 1963 NAVAJO A PEOPLE BETWEEN TWO WORLDS color L2311 2 reels Robert a little Indian boy serves to illustrate the sharp contrast between the two worlds in which the inhabitants of the Navajo reservation find them selves today He goes to school for the first time and within an hour is back to his isolated life and ancient ways The film makes a plea for under standing of the conflicting worlds on the part of the rest of the world and for finding methods to keep the best of the old ways and adapting to the best of the new LINE 1959 57NEAREST STAR color L255 3 reels This film is an examination of the properties of the sun the earths nearest star and of the relationship of solar activity to the earth Clear explanations with excellent scientific photographs and drawings contribute to understanding of the phenomena Scenes from a geophysical laboratory show how the work of examining the effects of the sun on the earth is carried on by scientists MCGRAWHILL 1962 NEW INDIA color L2358 2 reels Attempts to convey something of the background of Indias current problems and the intensity with which she is attacking them Emphasizes Indias leadership of half the free world and the crucial test democracy faces in that country Points up the progress that has been made in changing India into a more indus trial country maintains that the overpopulation problem has been exaggerated in the West and that religion is not so great a handicap to modern technological development as we have been led to believe Useful for the varying points of view it presents on India CFD 1959 NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS color L223 1 reel This film is a dramatization of the poem by Clement Moore which includes a portrayal of the circumstances under which it was written EBF 191 NIGHT IN A PET SHOP L2312 2 reels The pet shop keeper makes his rounds checking the shop before he locks up for the night Soon after he leaves the black cat and the baby orangoutang work themselves loose and begin investigating such things as the tropical fish and the bird cages The uproar which results provides sheer entertainment as well as opportunity to study excellent animal photography No narration Uses only the natural sounds of the animals Suitable for all ages CONTEMPORARY 1959 NIGHTMARE IN RED Part I L2313 3 reels Part II L2311 3 reels One of the early NEC television Project 20 series this film is an authentic reconstruction of the historical development of Communism inside Russia from the days of the Tsarist reign the Revolutions of 1905 and 1917 and the early days of Communism to the World War II purge trials and the threat of the present day MCGRAWHILL 1957 NIOK color L2106 3 reexs Niok is a tiny baby elephant who was left behind after the men of a village in Cambodia went on an elephant hunt The village boys led by Ayot rush in to capture the animal and there are amusing scenes as they struggle to lead him back to the village to feed him to get him to the river to bathe and accustom him to life in the village When the village elder sells him because of his depredations and the poverty of the village Ayot follows the traders steals Niok and takes him back to the forest where he releases him Offers insight into the life of the people revealing some of their customs rituals and pastimes Includes scenes in the ancient Buddhist temple of AngkorVat The love of the boy fcr the elephant makes a charming story for all ages DISNEY PROD I960 58NONE FOR THE ROAD color L337 1 reel An ordinary citizen finds himself facing a one year term in jail as a result of conviction on a charge of drunken driving accident Shows careful police work the use of blood tests to determine alcohol content and indicates the far reaching economic effects of this type of accident and subsequent conviction and sentence From adult viewpoint CAHILL 1961 NONE FOR THE ROAD L2266 2 reels Discusses the vital problem of teenage drinking and driving by dramatizing the story of a teenage group that includes a nondrinker a moderate drinker and a heavy drinker stressing the fact that alcohol in any amount is dangerous to the auto driver YA 1957 NONOBJECTIVE ART color L290 1 reel Clearly establishes what this style is and how it differs from other types of painting Attention is directed to nonobjective things in nature and these steps are followed in investigating basic elements line shape color uses of non objective art in industrial design unique interests of the creative painter outstanding examples of noted painters BAILEY NO TIME TO SPARE color L2lj3 1 reel The back pressurearm lift method of artificial respiration is demonstrated and urged as a means of saving lives when first aid is needed Made in Canada the film uses Canadian illustrations but that in no way detracts from the films usefulness IFB 1956 NOTES ON THE PORT OF ST FRANCIS L2103 2 reels Vincent Price bases his narration upon an essay by Robert Louis Stevenson which even today captures part of the atmosphere of the city of San Francisco Excellent photography AFFILMS 1952 CCEAN TIDES BAY OF FUNDY color L2199 2 reels A general explanation of how tides are caused and the ways in which tides in fluence the lives of people who live near the ocean Pictures the unusual tides in and near the Bay of Fundy Shows and explains the fortyfoot tides in the Eay the tidal bore that rushes up the Petitcodiac River and the reversing fallsrapids of the St Johns River EBF 1956 OFFICE COURTESY color L120 1 reel Dramatizes techniques in meeting and working with people face to face and over the telephone EBF 1953 OFFICE ETIQUETTE L2086 2 reels A film emphasizing some of the essential points of human relations in business Shows values in courtesy efficiency reliability promptness and friendli ness EBF 1950 59OFFICE TEAMWORK color L270 1 reel Effective illustration of the importance of cooperation among the members of a business organization A large office provides the setting for dramatizing representative office situations in which teamwork is extremely important and reveals the effects of various employee attitudes on company morale and business EBF 1953 ON THE TWELFTH DAY color L2200 2 reels The words of On the Twelfth Day of Christmas My True Love Gave to Me come to life as never before with a mad collection of innocent partridges royallyclad leaping lords and ladies drummers and all of the other gifts cataloged in the old song For all those who love the delightful nonsense of a rhyme and the sweet joy of Christmas BRANDON 1955 ONCE UPON A BICYCLE color L291 1 reel ONCE UPON A BICYCLE employs the positive approach only graphically show ing the young riders the correct and responsible way of handling their bicycles and themselves thus making of them todays safe bike riders and tomorrows responsible automobile drivers Useful for scout groups PTA youth groups of various kinds SID DAVIS 1958 ONE LOVE CONFLICTING FAITHS L2359 3 reels Describes difficulties faced in a ProtestantRoman Catholic marriage and presents problems for discussion Takes the Protestant point of view METHODIST 1959 ONE WORLD OR NONE L138 1 reel Five concepts are developed There is no secret atomic energy was dis covered through the combined efforts of scientists of many nations the destruction at Hiroshima after the explosion of the atomic bomb is compared with that of other weapons of the past the vulnerableness of any nation is emphasized and that there is no effective defense is proven graphically Therefore the people of the world must learn to live together ASSN FILMS 1946 OPPORTUNITY UNLIMITED color L218 1 reel The major purpose of the film is to show how a planned program of publicity and public relations projects can help improve service and increase support for the library Although it advocates the use of a packaged service the film will be of value to library boards needing help in visualizing a broad public relations program It is also useful for visualizing expanded library service programs with library boards and citizens groups MCNALLY 1955 60OREGON TRAIL L2201 3 reels Simple but effective dramatic recreation of the saga of the westward movement in American History Shows typical experiences of a pioneer family as they migrate to Oregon in a wagon train Depicts how they are involved not only in the forces of history but also in their own very human family problems EEF 1956 ORGANIZING DISCUSSION GROUPS L2C60 2 reels Designed for those who are interested in forming discussion groups but need help in going about it This film dramatizes various steps to be taken by discussion groups EEF 1953 ORIENTAL ERUSHWORK color L2179 2 reels Produced by Eliot OHara himself a wellknown watercolorist this film features Cyrus Wong and Chiate Obata at work and paintings from the Freer Gallery of Art Explains that the oriental artist suggests the essence movement and harmony of things in nature rather than rendering exact details Illustrates the relationship between Chinese painting and calligraphy EEF 195 OTHER FELLOW S FEELINGS L139 1 reel Focuses on the problem of teasing or ridicule that is prolonged to the point where it really hurts No conclusions are drawn and the audience is challenged to discover its own answers to the problem Intended for young people YA 1951 CUR BASIC CIVIL RIGHTS L209 2 reels Civil rights are defined and explained in a film which points out the interrela tion of those rights Emphasis is placed on the fact that civil rights are preserved by cur citizens and defined by our courts CORONET 1950 OUR FIRST CHRISTMAS TREE L207 3 reels Produced on the television Crossroads series this film deals with the intro duction of the decorated Christmas tree to America Tells the story of the Reverend Mr Henry Schawn newly arrived from Europe to take over as pastor of the Zion Church in Cleveland Ohio in 1851 Decorating evergreen trees for Christmas regarded by many in America as a pagan custom although it was accepted as a custom in churches in Europe Mr Schawn was immediately plunged into a stormy controversy Emphasizes the virtues of tolerance and forbearance as opposed to bigotry and prejudice and stresses the joy to be found in religious obser vance FEDERAL OUR FRIEND THE ATOM color Part I L2238 3 reels Part II L2239 3 reels The Disney Studio built an exhibit at Disneyland showing atomic energy in action Dr Heinz Haber nationally known atomic scientist was added to the staff and together the story telling skills of the regular staff and the scientific know ledge of Dr Haber produced a most usable and understandable film on the story of the atom its discovery the first chain reaction and the possibilities of its control and use for peaceable purposes Should contribute to a better under standing of this branch of science by all viewers junior high school to adults who lack technical science background Has the expected Disney technical excellence DISNEY FPOD 1957 61 OUR LIVING CONSTITUTION color L188 1 reel Shows how the basis of our government changes and how it grows to meet the needs of the times while holding to the principles of thought which we hold so dear Points out how the constitution operates to guarantee our rights and freedom CORONET 199 OUR LIVING DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE color L2083 2 reels A film showing that this important document is still a vital force and guide to living in the modern world Illustrates from the lives of an immigrant family CORONET 1950 OVERDEPENDENCY L2031 3 reels The case history of Jimmy an attractive young man whose life is crippled by behavior patterns carried over from a toodependent childhood When we first see Jimmy he is sick though we later learn his illness has no physical cause He finds it difficult to face and deal with the ordinary problems of life and takes frequent refuge in the comforting of his mother sister and wife But through the patient retracing of childhood experiences in talks with a doctor Jimmy comes to understand the emotional causes of his illness and fear and takes hold of life with new confidence MCGRAWHILL 19W OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT color L352 1 reel An animated version of the beloved childrens poem by Edward Lear The Owl and the Pussycat Excellent narration in traditional spirit with an original musical score The owl and the pussycat jump into their peagreen boat and sail out to eea The owl sings of his love for the pussycat they sail to the land where the bong tree grows in search of a wedding ring All is accomplished with the help of a piggywig and a turkey and they live happily ever after Especially useful with childrens programs CONTEMPORARY 1963 PAKISTAN ITS LAND AND PEOPLE color L2175 2 reels The life and customs of the people of Pakistan are shown as they begin their existence as an independent nation Objective coverage makes the film usable for groups in many areas MCGRAWHILL 1955 PANAMA CANAL GATEWAY TO THE WORLD color L2i08 2 reels Straightforward account of the history of the canal with explanations of why a French attempt to build it failed and of the importance of the canals geographical setting in relation to world shipping and U S security Detailed sequences show how ships are raised and passed through the eight miles of the canal and the set of locks at each end EBF i960 PANCHO color L32U 1 reel Berta and Elmer Haders story of a young Mexican boy who wins glory and wealth by ingeniously roping a wild bull that had terrorized his village is brought to life on the screen Excellent narrator uses the exact words of the book and the illustrations from the book are brought to life WESTON i960 PANTOMIMES MARCEL MARCEAU color L2203 2 reels Gives several examples of the work of the outstanding French pantomime artist Marceau Useful for groups interested in pantomime dance and the theatre arts BRANDON 1955 62PARAGUAY A MEW FRONTIER color L220 2 reels Concerning itself chiefly with the El Chaco the western division of the country special emphasis is laid upon the modern pioneering that is necessary for full development of this area Frovides good coverage of this little known South American country especially its history its people and its economic develop ment Attention is given to agriculture and cattle raising and to the work of the Mennonite group who went there in 1930 to help build a pioneer community in the undeveloped land HOEFLER 1957 PARIS CITY OF ART color L19 1 reel Famous and familiar points in one of the worlds most glamorous cities are depicted in this film EBF 198 PARIS ON THE SEINE color L2202 3 reels A travel film about Paris which brings out the well known and familiar places frequented by all tourists and at the same time presents a personal view of Paris and its treasures by the photographer Jack Cardiff REMBRANDT 1953 PARLIAMENTARY PRCCEDURE L195 1 reel An actual meeting shows correct parliamentary procedure explaining the reading of the minutes the order of business the treasurers report committee reports voting obtaining the floor amending the motion and adjournment CORONET 1952 PEOPLE OF THE REINDEER WIND FROM THE WEST L2166 2 reels A boy dreams in the spring as the wind from the west stirs his imagination and his realization of the things which make up the cultural heritage of the Lap landers Excellent camera work by the Swedish photographer Arne Sucksdorff EBF 1956 PEOPLE WITHOUT FEAR L2108 3 reels Shows the activities of a number of Protestant foreign missions in various parts of the world Emphasis on necessity for religion in rebuilding a war torn world B F COMM 1953 PERCUSSION GROUP Revised ed color L211 1 reel Frovides an introduction to the study of percussion instruments and presents an exciting demonstration of the contribution each instrument makes to the rhythmic pattern of a composition and to the total tone of the symphony orchestra Excerpts from the works of Tschaikowsky and others are played by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra conducted by Hans Swarowsky EBF 1956 PERU PEOPLE OF THE ANDES color L2336 2 reels This film develops the story of the Indian people who live in the highlands of the Andes Mountains Traces their history from the early Inca Empire to today using as an example the modern city of Lima EBF 1959 PERU UPPER AMAZON REGION color L221 2 reels The work of the American agricultural mission is shown to introduce this area of Peru The U S and Peru are cooperating in experiments in tropical agricul ture near the village of Tingo Maria in a valley east of the Andes Mountains Excellent pictures of family life of both groups also of plants and agricul tural methods HOEFLER 1957 63 PETER AND THE POTTER color L2315 2 reels Pottery making is the subject of this delightful and informative film A small boy breaks a glass bowl intended as a birthday gift for his mother and Mr and Mrs Deichmann widely known artists in clay come to his rescue and make a bowl of clay for him which Peter watches in fascination through every stage of its creation STERLING i960 PETER AND THE WOLF color L288 2 reels A beautiful picturization of the tale of the young Peter who escapes from his protective grandfather and sets forth to capture the wolf The animation is perfectly set to the prokofieff composition of the same title Useful as an entertainment film for children as well as for music study and appreciation for elementary groups DISNEY PROD 1963 PHILIPPINES NATION OF ISLANDS color L2k6 2 reels Something of the history of the island and the progress being made by a hardworking people is conveyed by this film which is general in nature and suitable for use as a travel film Introduces the people and the geography and discusses develop ments in public education rapid transportation housing and the nations economy UWF 1962 PHILIPPINES TODAY color L2267 2 reels This is a travel film showing an interesting and little known land and its peoples The cities and villages the scenic attractions and the modern conveniences are shown Colorful native dances and music enliven the film Many of the Filipino words will be new and interesting A useful travel film LOBETT 1958 PICTURE OF BRITAIN L2090 2 reels An interesting social and industrial impression of modern Britain and its people showing many phases of their daily life with a commentary written and spoken by Alan M Michie London Correspondent of Colliers Weekly BIS 1952 PILGRIMS THE L2151 2 reels Skillful presentation of the development of religious differences and political conditions which made the early dissenters leave England in search of religious freedom Useful for the Thanksgiving season or for early United States historv EBF 1955 PLACE TO LIVE L2105 3 reels This film although rather dramatic is a study of the growing problem of housing for old people produced by the National Committee on the Aging of the National Social Welfare Assembly Taking the case of one grandfather whose presence leads to constant tension in his married daughters home the film stresses the need for more residences especially designed for the welfare of the aged Shows how family counselors work with families to find solutions acceptable to all parties helping to change attitudes toward homes by showing where outstanding ones are designed to help The plea is for planning ahead and for adaptability and understanding of older people DYNAMIC 1955 6hPLANNING OUR FOREIGN POLICY L2152 2 reels Develops the idea that shaping foreign policy is the work of experts since it involves choices which affect our economic political military and psychological position in the world Problems of the Middle East are used to illustrate facets of problems of planning policy EEF 1950 PLASTER SCULPTURE IN COLOR color L267 1 reel Aimed at students of junior and senior high school age the film provides both information and motivation for threedimensional art activity with its chief purpose being to encourage students to apply imagination to the expression of the forms they see in the world about them Although aimed at school groups it will be useful to any group which is interested in exploring art techniques and media IFB PLAYING GOOD MUSIC THE STRING QUARTET L2201 2 reels The performance technique of the Fine Arts Quartet shown in closeup illustrates bowing fingering teamwork and the ways in which the musical ideas and leadership pass from one player to another With excerpts from quartets by Schubert Beethoven Hayden Tschaikowsky and Mozart the film illustrates ways of combining the four voices of the string instruments to express the composers ideas EEF 1955 POISONS PESTS AND PEOPLE Part I L2501 3 reels Part II L2502 3 reels A documentary film this production carefully examines the effects of widespread use of chemical insecticides both on the insect population and on warmblooded creatures including humans There are interviews with government officials representatives of concerned private organizations chemical researchers farmers entomologists and doctors which reveal the complicated nature of the problem NFEC 1963 POLAND AND THE SOVIET POWER BACKGROUND TO RECENT HISTORY L209 3 reels Examines the forces which have shaped Polands recent history pointing out the influence of the Soviet Union on communistdominated nations Documentary in nature it deals with Polands relations to both the Soviet Union and the West Covers the period since 1939 EBF i960 POLAND THE LAND AND THE PEOPLE color L219 2 reels This geographic overview shows how the Polish people still cling to manyof the traditions of their long history although the government has been Communist for many years Shows industrial installations in Warsaw Krakow and Nowa Huta the chief urban centers of Poland as veil as outstanding views of agricultural regions Includes interiors of chemical plants textile mills steel works and scenes of shipbuilding as Poland has become an important maritime naticn CORONET 1961 PONY EXPRESS L10 1 reel A story of how the letters of i860 were dispatched across the western frontier by horse relays and couriers A letter is followed from the time it is mailed in a general store post office and franked with the running horse seal until it reaches California ten days later and is delivered to a miner at Sacramento Closeups of the steps and tools used in this service afford an understanding of the mochila cantina and saddle of Pony Express days BARR 1956 65PONY PENNING ON CHINCGTEAGUE color L2205 3 reels Records the various activities connected with the roundup penning and sale of the Chincoteague wild ponies a custom dating from colonial times and pre served as a means of raising funds to safeguard the town of Chincoteague against fire VIRGINIA ED BD 1955 PORTUGAL color L29 3 reels One of Disneys Feople and Places series this film depicts faithfully and well the daytoday life of people in Portugal Special emphasis is put on their fishing industry which uses boats especially developed for their purposes the making of port wine and bullfighting DISNEY PROD 1963 POSTER MAKING DESIGN AND TECHNIQUE color L232 1 reel A contest for a poster to advertise an amateur play provides a discussion and demonstration of the basic principles of poster making and many of the more usable techniques for doing them Seme of these techniques are too professional for amateur poster makers but the film will prove helpful in spite of them BAILEY 1953 POSTURE color L325 1 reel This film on the need for good posture as an attribute of an attractive appearance is one of a series on personal grooming Models demonstrate correct and incorrect posture in standing sitting walking and ascending and descending stairs IFB i960 PRESSURE GROUPS L2153 2 reels Explains what pressure groups are and considers that when democratically used they are a necessary instrument for decision making in a democracy Contrasts desirable and undesirable methods of various groups at work EBF 1952 PRINCE OF PEACE L2268 3 reels Events leading up to and following the birth of Christ are reverently and faith fully depicted Begins with the annunciation shows the shepherds in the fields the appearance of the angel and the journey to the manger Continues with the three wise men King Herods edict against the male children and ends with the flight into Egypt and the return of the holy family Narration is taken from St Lukes gospel Some of the music may be disappointing but is in keeping with the location and the times UWF 1938 PRINCESS AND THE DRAGON Lll1 1 reel Lifelike puppets act out the story of the mythical kingdom where a monster dragon defies all the kings men until the unknown hero comes on the scene and slays the monster to win the beautiful princess STERLING 197 PROBLEMS OF THE MIDDLE EAST color L2269 2 reels A professionallywrought compilation which examines the Middle East in the four main problem areas namely minorities versus Arab unity agriculture and back wardness industry and westernization education and the future ATLANTIS 1958 PRODIGAL SON color L2316 3 reels This dramatization of the parable of the prodigal son adheres faithfully to the spirit of the story as told by Jesus to His followers as recounted in the King James version of the Bible While some of the detail is not in the biblical version the spirit of the parable is not violated and the teaching is clear Usable in church groups UWF 1958 66PROEUCTIVITY KEY TO PLENTY L2031 2 reels Explains vividly and dramatically how we in America have attained the worlds highest standard of living because we have developed and learned to use machines machines which in turn have enabled us to achieve a tremendous capacity for production Warns that continued prosperity depends on our uninterrupted tech nological progress and on our full use of the basic sources of power Statistics datedj basic principles still sound EBF 199 PROUD CITAIEL color L2270 2 reels A documentary film covering the great period of Florence under the leadership of the Medici when Lorenzo the Magnificent at the age of 20 took charge of the Florentine state moving to the present time This makes an exciting art tour Photographed in Italy all works of art were photographed from the originals PIZZO 1958 PROUD YEARS L222 3 reels Shows how old people can be helped to live active and useful lives in spite of illness and disability that formerly would have marked the end of selfsufficiency Stresses that a will to live is most important in fighting infirmity Shows an idealized home for the aged which ministers to their special physical and social needs which is a composite of several of the better known ones with outstanding programs Useful in groups studying the problems of old age and possibly with the older people themselves COL U PRESS 195 PROWLERS OF THE EVERGLADES color L2360 3 reels Many of the forms of wild life to be foun in the Everglades of Florida are shown in the introduction to this film each one finding his food in his own particular fashion but always on the alert for their enemy the alligator The remainder of the film is devoted to the study of the alligator and his way f life DISNEY IROD lStC PUBLICS BUSINESS L233 1 reel A group of high school boys illustrate the ethical problems involved when one uses a public office for private gain Although the situation and characters illustrated deal with teenagers the problem is a universal one and the film will lend itself to discussion groups of all kinds MCGRAWHILL 1955 FUSS IN BOOTS L251 The old fairy tale is dramatized using animated silhouettes done CONTEMPORARY 1951 1 reel Very effectively QUACKS AND NOSTRUMS L257 2 reels Medical quacks and the ways in which they dupe consumers along with the steps taken by local and federal agencies to protect the public are the subject of this film The story centers around a young prernedical student who learns that his mother is taking a herb tea cureall for her attacks and his efforts to persuade her to go to the family physician before something serious develops A gallbladder attack sends her to the hospital in time to convince her that the tea is worthless and both she and the son learn how government and medical agencies work to protect the public against such products and people who promote them MCGRAWHILL 1958 67 HEB QUEST FOR TOMORROW L2035 2 reels A documentary echoing the conference tables of Versailles the growth of Fascism World War II and present day political and economic crises Compares the founda tion of the United States with the forming of the United Nations and points out the similarity of troubles faced by both organizations IDEAL QUETICO color L2317 2 reels In the heart of a wilderness area between Lake Superior and the Lake of the Woods is a provincial park which has been set aside to be preserved in its primeval state It is shown through the device of following one canoeist as he explores the lakes makes and breaks camp fishes hunts cooks and enjoys the solitude of the wilderness FrenchCanadian folk music is used as a background for enjoying the scenic beauty and the wild life of Quetico in Thunder Bay District on the boundary of Ontario Canada and Minnesota Useful for boy scouts nature groups mens groups interested in fishing camping and the outof doors CONTEMPORARY 1959 RACE FOR SPACE Part I L236l 3 reels Part II L2362 3 reels Steps in the race between the United States and Soviet Russia to be the first to conquer space are traced in this documentary film which has Mike Wallace narrating and features some of the outstanding figures in the development of rockets and missiles Contains some films not previously available to the general public The story of the development of space vehicles and space flight achievements stops short of manned flight which reduces the impact of its climax but the factual material is usable and well presented Will be useful for mens clubs which can use a film of this length MCGRAWHILL i960 RADIATION color L258 3 reels A factual study of radiation for general audiences this film shows how various forms of radiation originate their similarities and their effects on living things Included in the film are views of Canadas atomic research center at Chalk River and the gamma field at the U S Brookhaven National Laboratory where effects of radiation on plant growth are studied NFB 1959 RAILROAD RHYTHMS color L252 1 reel Demonstrates the activity of three different types of trains the steam engine the diesel engine and the switch engine Routines for each are shown as they are serviced and pick up their cars for the next trip The combination of the actual sounds of the freight yard with the special musical score gives an added treat Useful for teachers of music dance and art FILM ASSOCIATES 1954 RAINBOW VALLEY color L2363 3 reels The Rocky Mountain country around Ennis Montana is the setting for this pre sentation of the conservation and wildlife control by the National Park Service and the State Fish Culture Station in Ennis Shows how game wardens work from the ground and from the air Useful for adult entertainment family enjoyment scouts and mens clubs FOCAL 1959 RAPUNZEL color L292 1 reel The old fairy tale of Rapunzel of the long golden tresses is enacted by puppets BAILEY 68 VRED BALLOON color L210 3 reels Here is a fanciful story about a red balloon that follows a small boy wherever he goes and is the cause of a wonderful ride over the rooftops of Paris Much excitement stems from the boj efforts to protect the balloon from his tormentors Sensitive and artistically done it will appeal to both older and younger children as well as to adults BRANDON 1959 RED CARPET color L22 1 reel This film uses the actual illustrations from the book to bring to life the story of the Red Carpet used for welcoming distinguished visitors which branched out on an adventure of its own WESTON 1956 REDWOOD TREES color L2318 2 reels A sensitive treatment of one of the important recreational areas of our country this is a film which is filled with factual information about these interesting trees comparing and contrasting the redwoods of the Pacific coast and the giant Sequoias and briefly the Metasequoias in China BARR i960 RELIGIOUS ARCHAEOLOGY L2271 2 reels This film shows the origins of much of our heritage in religion Archaeological discoveries in many cases substantiate our bible stories Objects more than 3000 years olda jar a sickle a plowsharea variety of ancient writing toolsan cuneiform characters used by the Assyrians show a great deal of the daily life of the people of ancient times ALMANAC 1956 REMBRANDT 1609I669 L2095 2 reels Introduction provides a survey of the chronological development of art from the caveman to the time of the great Dutch master Commentary on reproductions of Rembrandt works and discussion of techniques used are woven into a biographical sketch of his life His understanding of both humanity and divinity are re flected in the examples shown of his masterpieces FRENCH FILM EXCH 196 RENAISSANCE color L2206 3 reels The film portrays the splendor and significance of the dramatic age known as the Renaissance Shows examples of the work of many of the outstanding men of the period Giotto Ea Vinci Michelangelo della Robbia and others in the city of Florence primarily Musical background is from the RCA Victor History of Music in Sound and is unusually fine Useful for any group pursuing an interest in art music history or science EBF 1957 RENAISSANCE AND DURER color L211 2 reels The city of Venice and the work of the painter Durer are chosen to illustrate the development of art in many forms in the period of the Renaissance Coor dinated with the McGrawHill Encyclopedia of World Art MCGRAWHILL 1962 REPUBLIC OF THE PHILLIPPINES color L2319 2 reels This important area of the world is surveyed with a Filipino teacher serving as narrator Introduces the physical geography agriculture and natural resources people homes and family life plus an overview of the major industries Useful in groups studying cultures of other lands and for groups with travel interests UW i960RESURRECTION FIRST EASTER L2272 2 reels The happenings of the first Easter morning are dealt with in a very beautiful way With delicate handling the appearance of the risen Lord to Mary and the disciples is presented The walk to Emmaeus and the convincing of the doubting Thomas are protrayed in a striking manner The film is specially appropriate for the Easter season but it can be used at any time UWF RETIRE TO LIFE L213 2 reels Effective although somewhat long presentation of the problems brought on by retirement Strongly suggests preparation for this event so that retirement will be to something rather than from everything Overlong introduction is rather somber in tone but will prove helpful in raising points for discussion IFB 1953 RETRIEVERS AT WORK color L338 1 reel Bird hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts will be especially interested in this film showing how good hunting dogs work in retrieving game Shows black Labradors Chesapeakes Goldens and Irish Water Spaniels IFB i960 THE RHINE color L2287 2 reels An informative film on the Rhine River telling in a factual yet interesting way the whole story of this amazing waterway The film is carefully documented into four sections with map illustration introducing each division The products manufactured at various points along its course are shown as the Rhine carries them to their destination LFB RISE OF GREEK ART color L2U12 2 reels This film summarizes and introduces main currents of Greek Art as expressed in architecture and sculpture primarily and in some painting One of a series of art films coordinated with the McGrawHill Encyclopedia of World Art MCGRAWHILL 1962 THE RIVER L2036 3 reels A dramatic documentary picture of the Mississippi River probably the greatest documentary of American films Directed by Pare Lorentz U S Department of Agriculture CASTLE 1939 ROAD TO CANTERBURY color L2130 2 reels The film follows points of literary and historic interest in presentday England along the route of the medieval pilgrims described in Chaucers Canterbury Tales Exceptional photography BIS 1950 ROBERT E LEE A BACKGROUND STUDY color L2112 2 reels Lee is studied first as a Virginian a devout Christian who was forced to decide between his home and the Union he loved then as a brilliant strategist and beloved commander who stood for Cause country and all a man whose integrity of principle even in defeat set an example for the New South and for future generations to follow CORONET 1953 70 r ROBERT FROST color L213 3 reels In a film made for the United States Information Service Robert Frost recites several of his best known poems and discusses literature and life Poems are selected to interpret and enchance the beauty of Vermont which is presented in superb color photography Enough brief biographical comments are included to introduce viewers to this American poet and scholar UW i960 RCCK OF GIBRALTAR color L339 1 reel The Rock has played a tremendous part in history although it is less than two square miles in area In the film are shown the British naval base and the tourist attractions in the area Good Travel film FRITH ROCKETS HOW THEY WORK color L2273 2 reels The multiple stage rocket is explained showing its fueling its motor and direction system Excellent graphic coverage of the basic principles of the rocket Diagrams help in defining the more technical aspects discussed Illustrations by using the familiar things clearly show the flight principles Useful for those whose background in science and technology is limited EEF 1958 RCCKHOUND color L2Ull 2 reels The purpose of this film is to familiarize the viewer with all phases of rock hunting and collecting Briefly reviews mans search for and use of rocks then turns to modern rock hunting Shows equipment needed and methods of displaying collections Useful for hobbyists and a good introduction to the subject MIKELS 1962 ROGER WILLIAMS FOUNDER OF RHODE ISLAND L223 3 reels Recreates the story of Rcgsr Williams conflict with the Puritan leaders of New England bringing out his right for separation of church and state freedom of conscience and protection of minority groups Shows the heresy trial which resulted in his banishment from the Massachusetts Eay Colony and his decision to establish a new colony Will be useful in discussion groups EBF 1955 ROME THE CITY ETERNAL color LI96 1 reel The best known buildings and other general points of interest are shown in this pictorial tour of the city EBF 195L RUBENS L2127 k reels Careful portrayal of the work of the 17th century Flemish painter describing his influence on the painters of his period and artists who followed him Many of his most famous paintings are shown and analyzed BRANDON 198 RUMPELSTILTSKIN L12 1 reel The film tells the fairy tale of Princess Juliana and the strange little man who could spin straw into gold STERLING 1950 RUSSIA color L2274 2 reels Russia under the Tsars and modern Russia under the Soviet rule are contrasted in this film which shows education economic conditions agriculture religion and scientific development in Soviet Russia Much footage is devoted to the peasants who make up the bulk of the people in Russia The early documentary footage on the Tsarist period taken by an unknown Pathe News photographer adds a bit of unusual historical interest to the film Music is authentic Russian recorded in Russia shots of the atomic energy and jet planes are from Soviet news photographers Narrated by Julien Bryan the picture is starkly realistic but honest INT FILM FD 1958 71 RUSSIAN LIFE TODAY INSIDE THE SOVIET UNION color L2275 2 reels The Russian people are photographed in cities and rural communities showing them at work at home and on their annual holidays Shows large Russian cities their stores markets schools transportation and public buildings Farming communities and village markets show a different side of Russian life Portrays a society under rigid state control Made by Fred Christian nationally known lecturer and world traveler after an extensive tour in 1958 of the Soviet Union BAILEY 1958 RUTH L2276 k reels Faithful telling of the story of Naomi and her daughterinlaw Ruth their journey to Bethlehem and Ruths meeting with and marriage to Bcaz The picture of biblical family and farm life should be helpful Much of the photography was actually done in Palestine The voices have heavy British accents but are good UWF 198 RUTH ST DENIS AND TED SHAWN L2277 3 reels Two of the most distinguished founders of the modern dance in America are interviewed at Shawns farm in the Berkshire mountains of Massachusetts The conversation covers many phases of their life and work during the first half of the twentieth century and features performances of three dances they created which greatly influenced American choreography Incense and White Nautch performed by Miss St Denis and Japanese Warrior performed by Mr Shawn EBF 1958 THE SADDLEMAKER color L2159 2 reels The skill and care which go into the making of a really find saddle are shown in detail in this film which is built around the wish of a llyear old girl to have one and her efforts to get it Felmer Eamor a well known Canadian saddle maker is shown at work in his shop as he explains that it takes the skin of a cow and a half to make a saddle and they have to be the very best selected hides Seme expert horseback riding is displayed NFB 1961 SADLERS WELLS BALLERINA color L217 1 reel Deals with the younger experimental group of the Sadlers Wells ballet centering about Patricia Miller a young ballerina about to make her debut in Beauty and the Beast The life of the closelyknit community of artists rehearsals and parts of an actual performance are seen MCGRAWHILL 1952 SAFELY TO SCHOOL color L326 1 reel This traffic safety film was designed to teach preschool and first grade children and rules of safety in going to and from school Applicable to both rural and suburban areas as well as city areas PARK i960 ST LAWRENCE SEAWAY color L2320 2 reels Using maps drawings and diagrams the film describes the need for the Seaway and its construction Surveys background of need for and study of feasibility of construction of the Seaway and shows how both Canada and the United States came to agreement concerning the project Brings out human as well as engineer ing problems with emphasis on details of construction Opens with scenes from the visit of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip in the Royal yacht Britannia as they came to take part in the dedication and opening ceremonies with the President of the United States in 1959 EBF 1959 72MMHHHHlH SAMOA color LZk90 3 reels This film in Disneys People and Places series examines the daily life of the people of Samoa It explains who the Polynesians are describes the land climate ceremonies customs food and principal exports and industry of the country DISNEY PROD 1963 SAW FRANCISCO STORY OF A CITY color L2 2 reels Modern San Francisco is presented as a busy seaport a beautiful city a thriving industrial and financial center as well as an educational and cultural center Beautiful photography and good narrative HOEFLER 193 SANDY STEPS OUT LI83 1 reel A little dog named Sandy adventures forth to make friends with chickens ducks goats rabbits and other animals STERLING 198 SCIENCE OF THE SEA color L2278 2 reels The film shows how the bottom of the sea is studied how the continental shelves continental slopes and the deep sea basins are mapped and how the thickness of the sediment is measured and samples brought up for laboratory study It raises a number of questions still to be answered by oceanography which is the study of the ocean in all its aspectsphysical geological meteorological chemical and biological Beautiful photography adds to the films appeal IFB 1958 SCOTLAND DANCES color L236 2 reels Both men and women proudly interpret the spirit of their country as they perform the lilts jigs and reels that are the national dances of Scotland Very colorful CONTEMPORARY SCOTTISH RHAPSODY color L2117 2 reels The countryside of Scotland is shown to acquaint the traveler with the variety of scenery and activity in Scotland Scenes from various festivals add color and variety FON 1952 SEAL ISLAND color L2279 3 reels Seals are the subject of this Disney essay in nature study Accurate informa tion is interestingly presented for both children and adults DISNEY PROD 199 SEARCH COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES Uranium Prospecting L2207 3 reels Prospectors explain how they hunt uranium with Geiger counters how claims are staked out and recorded The film follows one claim through the various processes including an rssay of the mineral sample Features an interview with Vernon Pick who struck it rich as such a prospector One of the CBS television series YA 1955 SEARCH WAYNE UNIVERSITY Juvenile Delinquency L2208 3 reels Tells of the joint attack being made on juvenile delinquency by Wayne University and the Detroit Police Department Shows four basic types of delinquents and discusses factors contributing to their behavior Presents interrogations and interviews and some of the conclusions reached One of the CBS television series YA 1955 73 SECOND UNITED STATES color L2k60 2 reels Using specific examples from cities selected from various parts of the nation the film documents the need for community redevelopment The importance of the architect in community planning is stressed particularly the need for his cooperaticn and collaboration with city planners engineers builders bankers and realtors AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS i960 SECOND WORLD WAR ALLIED VICTORY L299 3 reels This is one of a series of three films dealing with various phases of World War II Its purpose is to develop an appreciation of the vast scope the enormous cost and the heroism of the effort by which the Allied Nations defeated the Axis agressors and to demonstrate how the total mobilization of allied manpower and resources and the brilliant strategic coordination of Allied fighting forces enabled the Allies to turn neardefeat into victory Shows how the present conflict between the communist block and the western powers developed from the war EEF 1963 SECOND WORLD WAR TRIUMPH OF THE AXIS L2500 3 reels One of a series dealing with World War II The narrator describes the developing conflict and uses World War II newsreel footage and some official films to show the march of the Axis powers at the height of their conquest Takes the action to the point at which the Allied forces begin to push them back and to break through their defenses EEF 1963 SECRETS OF THE PLANT WORLD color L291 2 reels Many strange and unusual plants are shown at various stages of their growth Timelapse photography underwater photography and otherunusual techniques are employed to reveal the marvels of how plants grow DISNEY PROD 193 SEEDS OF DESTRUCTION color L13 1 reel Reveals the alarming extent to which man is depleting the soil and forest resources upon which his very survival depends Recalls the wealth of Americas original resources and contrasts this with the tragic waste from devastating forest fires floods erosion and overworked land Recommends effective conservation measures but reminds us that little time remains for putting them into practice EBF 198 SERVANT OF THE PEOPLE L2070 2 reels Segment of constitutional history showing the conditions of confusion under the Articles of Confederation and dramatizing the sessions of the convention in 1787 where the Constitution was prepared and adopted Shows the individual contribution made by various early leaders particularly Benjamin Franklin and some of the methods which were used to arrive at conclusions which estab lished unity in the government TFC 1937 SEVEN CITIES OF ANTARCTICA color L2321 3 reels Seven bases were set up on the continent of Antarctica by the United States Navy Task Force in Operation Deepfreeze These were to be used by U S scientists during the International Geophysical Year In two years the cities of Ellsworth Wilkes Hallett Byrd Base AmundsenScott Little America and McMurdo were finished This film is a documentary coverage of their creation and indicates some of their importance to science Beautiful color and wide screen production add to the interest of this film Usable with all ages DISNEY PROD i960 7SEVEN GUIDEPOSTS TO GOOD DESIGN color L2365 2 reels Analyzes the principles of good design and shows how seven of them apply to such articles of everyday use as houses furniture tableware etc CONTEMPORARY l96l SHADOW ON TEE PRAIRIE L2157 2 reels Presents a ballet by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Company Theme settlement of the Canadian West and the fate of a young wife who comes to the prairies with her pioneer husband to begin a new life NFB 1953 SHAKESPEARES THEATRE THE GLOBE PLAYHOUSE L2131 2 reels A reconstruction of the Globe Playhouse is used to show how the stage may have been used for the production of his plays in Shakespeares time CALIF U 1952 SHIELD OF FAITH Part I L22 3 reels Part II L225 3 reels In a small Welsh mining town the only unbeliever is the village schoolmaster He finds the girl he loves is not prepared to bridge the spiritual gulf which divides them When the parsons son and other village youths are killed in a plane crash which only the schoolmaster and one other survive he sees how the parson sustains his faith begins to understand its meaning and finds some of it for himself In spite of its length will fill a need for young people or adult programs UWF 1955 SHY GUY L2039 2 reels Helps adjust the shy adolescent as he witnesses the screen shy guys start to improved social relations through those principles of friendly association demonstrated by his better adjusted fellow students CORONET l9Vf SIAM color L2280 3 reels A little known country is presented to help develop understanding of this vital fareastern land and its people as they struggle to build a sound government for their country DISNEY PROD 1958 SICILY ISLAND OF MEMORY color L2281 2 reels The heritage of Sicilys exotic past is told with wonderfully true and imaginative spirit Her archaeological ruins stand as landmarks along the trail of history Photography is expressive and beautiful Recommended for study groups in history and art and as a travel film PIZZO 1958 SILENT NIGHT color L2113 Story back of famous and beloved Christmas carol CORONET 1958 2 reels Useful for holiday season SIMPLE HAND PUPPETS color L292 2 reels In cartoon fashion the viewer is led through all of the stages in making a simple hand puppet to represent a character in a story to be dramatized After the instructions have been followed there is a demonstration of how to manipulate the puppet to secure the desired action in the play Useful with childrens groups and with adults who work with children and might need to know how to use puppets DISNEY PROD 1963 75 SKYSCRAPER color L2k6l 2 reels Here is the case history of a skyscraper documented from the planning stage to the completion of construction supplying furniture and decoration and the receiving of the buildings first tenants The building is the 39story Tishman Building in the heart of New York City Of special interest is the emphasis on the human side of so large a construction project and on the relation between craftsmen in designing and constructing a skyscraper Interesting and unusual sound effects and musical score add to the pleasure of the film BRANDON 1962 SLEEPING BEAUTY L29 1 reel This silhouette version of the wellknown story is faithful to the popular tale of the princess who slept along with the entire kingdom until awakened by the kiss of the prince who broke the evil fairys magic spell CONTEMPORARY 1956 SMALL CRAFT SAFETY color L2209 2 reels Demonstrates basic safety methods in the prevention of accidents with canoes rowboats outboard motorboats and small sailboats Clearly and simply presented KERKOW 1955 SNOW WHITE AND ROSE RED L295 1 reel Silhouettes portray rather prettily the old fairy story about the prince who was turned into a bear by the wicked dwarf only to be released by the kind ness of the children CONTEMPORARY SONG OF CHRISTMAS color L2222 2 reels Visualization of the Nativity story told through songs carols and passages from the Bible as arranged by Roy Ringwald and as originally introduced by Fred Waring and his chorus who do the vocal parts Although the pageartry may not be as pleasing as more traditional picturizations the film satisfies the need for Christmas program materials The music and narration are superbly done PORTAFILMS 1957 SONG OF THE PRAIRIE color L2366 2 reels Produced by Jiri Trnka of the Czechoslovak State Films this is the horse opera to end all horse operas A satire on the stereotyped Hollywood musical western it is complete with singing hero Metropolitan Opera voice the innocent heroine same a mustachioed villain stagecoach robbery chase gunfight and rescue Pokes fun at the adult westerns OFFICIAL 1952 SOUND OF A STONE color L2167 3 reels Action in the film revolves around a young high school teacher wellliked and respected who comes under suspicion when he recommends a book to his students which is found to be on a list considered to be subversive by one group in the town The point is made that although the man who made the original charge withdraws it and makes a public apology the teacher and his family and his friends who stood by him continue to feel the effects of the charge long afterward METH 1955 SOUTH AMERICA color L2323 3 reels In beautiful color this film presents a good overview of the countries of South America from the most modern to the most primitive and underdeveloped Covers the people geography economics government and some of this continent Useful as a travel film and for general background for any group studying special problems of this area INT FLM FD i960 76SOUTHEASTERN STATES Revised ed color LM 1 reel Provides an overview of the geography resources and cultural patterns of the Southeastern states Combines animated maps with live photography to analyze geographical features of the region describe population trends other regions in the United States EBF 1956 SOVIET UNION THE LAND AND THE PEOPLE color L2210 2 reels Workmanlike presentation of the geography and physical features of the land and the characteristics of the people who comprise the Soviet Union Useful for quick background although little political information regarding the area is included CORONET 1956 SPACE color L23 1 reel The principles of using space in design are clearly illustrated with applications mode in all fields painting industrial design textile prints household goods etc BAILEY 1955 SPAIN LAND OF TRADITION AND PROMISE color L2k62 2 reels Presents a general survey of Spain as a traveler might see the country Traces the history and shows present economic development through visits to the major cities and historic points of interest Closeup photographs show craftsmen at work interior scenes of schools and museums revealing the characteristic architecture and famous paintings Other scenes show colorful traditional folk music and dancing in the streets Useful as travel film and for general background information on Spain UWF 1962 SPAIN THREE OF ITS FACES color L2a5 2 reels Well organized material is presented in an interesting manner to give a survey of the three main regions of Spain Maps colorful costumes dancing music and narration by a native voice add to the usefulness of the film UW 1961 SPEECH CONDUCTING A MEETING L112 1 reel Demonstrates and explains basic parliamentary procedures which contribute to an efficient and successful meeting YA 1950 SPIRIT OF THE WHITE MOUNTAINS color L2322 2 reels More than just a travel film this is a production which was done by the White Mountain Apache Tribe in the interests of tourist promotion They tell the story of their modern Indian reservation developments and economic conditions which have been changing their ways Yet they have preserved much of the spirit and beauty of their old traditions Should be of interest to educational groups service clubs womens clubs and organizations interested in Indians or the Southwest DAGGET 1959 STARS AND STRIPES ON DISPLAY color L2211 2 reels This film presents the story of the American flag and gives particular emphasis to how to display it and to flag etiquette IND U 1957 JfTATE LEGISLATURE wufU 2 reels Explains the detailed procedure of the legislative branch of our state governments in the enactment of a state law Starts with the origin need and reason for a law and shows stepbystep how surveys and statistical data are obtained to back it as a bill how it is introduced discussed and passed by the Assembly concurred in by the Senate signed by the Governor then challenged and reviewed by the state Supreme Court ACADEMY 198 77STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER color L2155 2 reels This is a faithful puppet presentation of Hans Christian Andersens famous story Artistically and sensitively done the film will be valuable in story hours for children BRANDON 1955 STEPS OF THE BALLET L20H 2 reels A fascinating portrayal of a modern ballet narrated by Robert Helpmann a choreo grapher and dancer Reveals basic ballet positions and movements and explains their significance Illustrates the work of the choreographer solo dancers composer and designer of stage settings in the creation of a ballet Takes us backstage where we can see a ballet in rehearsal and finally shows us a finished performance of the ballet EBF 199 STONE SOUP color L296 1 reel The old folk tale of the soldiers who persuaded the villagers to make them a feast to go with their wonderful stone soup is faithfully retold from the picture book by Marcia Erown WESTON STOP DRIVING US CRAZY color L323 1 reel Cleverly done in cartoontype animation this film was produced to help youth and adult groups discuss safe driving and the way Christian values apply to the everyday practice of driving a car METHODIST TEMP l96l STORIES OF HOLLAND BACKGROUND FOR READING Ll5 1 reel Hollands windmills dikes wooden shoes etc give children a vivid visual background for their reading both fiction and nonfiction about Holland They visit Broek the setting for the story of Hans Brinker see Voledam a typical fishing village on the Zuider Zee explore the old city of Leiden at tulip time and visit many other places of literary interest on this delightful film journey CORONET 199 STORY ABOUT PING color L253 1 reel The book of the same title comes to life on the screen as the illustrations in it are animated and the narrator tells the story exactly as it is written in the book WESTON 1956 STORY OF A BOOK color L30 1 reel H C Holling and his wife describe the way they created the book PAGOO the story of a hermit crab Follows the steps from getting the idea doing the research both in the library and by observation writing and rewriting illus trating planning the dummy and printing Done in a manner that will appeal to both adults and children CHURCHILLWEXLER 1962 STORY OF ANYBURG USA color L297 1 reel What to do about the traffic situation is shown in animated color technique in a court acene in Anyburg U S A In tkis court the cars are on trial as the cause of traffic accidents The defense lawyer with the aid of his magic screen proves that an accident was the result of a speeding man rather than a speeding car Verdict man is guilty The people are impressed with the trial and for a while everyone drives with courtesy and consideration watching signs and markers But alas this is shortlived and the speeding and crashing caused by thoughtless careless people are in evidence again DISNEY PROD 1958 STORY OF CHINESE ART color L2106 2 reels A survey of Chinese art from unknown beginnings to modern times Shows all forms of expression pottery painting sculpture porcelain etc ATHENA 1952 78STORY OF MY LIFE HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN L2156 3 reels Sympathetic telling of Andersens life story illustrated with his actual drawings Many contemporary portraits help to set the tone of the story BRANDON 1955 STORY OF PALOMAR New ed color L2367 k reels Records the building and operation of the 200inch Hale telescope at the Palomar Observatory Originally released in 197 this version has new material added as late as June i960 Many drawings supplement the photography assisting the viewer in a clearer understanding of the mirror and the telescope the largest in the world EEF i960 STORY THAT COULDNT BE PRINTED L171 1 reel The story of Peter Zenger preRevolutionary War printer and publisher who was persecuted arrested and tried for publishing reports reflecting on the honesty of His Majestys Colonial representative Useful in presenting the significance of freedom of the press TFC 1939 STOWAWAY color L2kl6 2 reels A 13year old boy stows away on his fathers fishing boat and goes to sea with the fishing fleet of Nova Scotia He is discovered and sentenced to hard work with no special privileges but is allowed to stay He goes out in a dory with one of the experienced fishermen and they get lost in the fog for a few hours As they return to port they pass modern fishing boats with modern equipment they do not have but Eanny is proud to have proved himself able to be a doryman CONTEMPORARY i960 STRANGERS color L268 1 reel The rules which children should observe in dealing with strangers who might prove to be molesters are clearly illustrated Without undue emotionalism proper procedures for possible situations are dramatized and then summarized Useful to parent groups as well as other adults for use with children SID DAVIS 1957 STRATFORDONAVON color L232 2 reels The ancient market of StratfordonAvon is toured showing the view of its Tudor buildings and gardens which are rich in historical and literary associations Usable with travel groups study clubs or any other group with an interest in England and English literature CONTEMPORARY 1956 STRING CHOIR Revised ed L212 1 reel Portrays the string choir with its great flexibility and range of tone as forming the solid core of the symphony orchestra Offers vivid examples of the distinc tive tonal qualities of each string instrument and illustrates the role of the string ensemble in the orchestra Excerpts from the works of Tchaikowsky and others are played by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra conducted by Hans Swarowsky EBF 1956 SUEZ CANAL color L2212 2 reels The history of mans efforts to create a waterway through the Egyptian land barrier from Biblical times to the present is shown through old prints and animation Some parallel is drawn from the story of the construction of the Panama Canal Useful as background to understanding the recent crises over the Suez but it does not include Nassers seizure of the Canal DE ROCHEMONT 1956 79 MISURREALISM color L31 1 reel One of a series on modern art this short film serves as an introduction to surrealistic painting Will prove useful in leading viewers further into the subject BAILEY 1961 SURVIVAL UNDER ATOMIC ATTACK LlVf 1 reel Explains the blast heat and radiation effects of atomic air ground and water burst Provides instructions for what to do with or without advanced warning in an atomic attack while at home at work and outdoors walking or driving Reveals six basic survival secrets This film is being furnished to the State Department of Education Film Libraries for distribution by the Civilian Defense Program of the State of Georgia CASTLE 1951 SWITZERLAND color L217 3 reels Life in the villages and the modern cities of Switzerland is shown in a beautiful travel film Shows industries and crafts as well as sports and incomparable mountain scenery DISNEY PROD i960 SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Revised ed color L2217 2 reels Traces the development of the orchestra from an ensemble of five string players to the presentday large symphony body Examples from masterworks of three centuries are used to demonstrate contributions of each major development in the orchestra Excerpts from the works of Dvorak Mozart Bach and others are played by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra EBF 1956 TALE OF THE FIORDS L219 1 reel Beautiful photography shows several incidents in the day of a simple family in one of the Scandinavian countries The beauty of the fiords is shown as the people go about their lives EBF 1955 TAXCO VILLAGE OF ART color L226 2 reels The charm and attraction of this favorite tourist center of Mexico serve to focus attention on the travel possibilities of the country Focuses attention on the art colony at Taxco and its retention of much of the old Mexican Culture Unusually good photography HOEFLER 1957 TEACHING TEENAGERS ABOUT ALCOHOL L2368 2 reels Designed to give teachers a better understanding of the problem of teaching their students about alcohol this film a record of a seminar for teachers in high school who have this responsibility presents an account of how one teacher did it successfully along with examples of how not to do it Produced by the Yale University Laboratory of Applied Biodynamics More useful for teachers parents and others working with young people than with the young people themselves MCGRAWHILL 1959 TEENAGERS WILL READ L2369 3 reels Various techniques for stimulating reading and discussion are presented as Lou LaBrant is shown working with a junior high school class in literature Useful with teacher groups and with proper guidance with teenagers themselves MCGRAWHILL i960 80TERRIBLE TWOS AND THE TRUSTING IHREES L2096 2 reels One of the series depicting the various ages and stages of child growth and development this film points out what to expect as normal behavior from children of this age group MCGRAWHILL 1950 THE TEST color L2163 3 reels This film comes to grips with the problem of cheating on tests in school An idealistic teacher who faces widespread cheating on a test prefers to resign rather than condone the practice Her resignation brings the problem into the open and forces parents and the school administration as well as the students to look at it and work for its solution Useful in discussion groups concerned with the responsibilities of home and school in relation to the problems of cheating and honesty MCGRAWHILL 1962 THAILANDS STREAMS OF LIFE L197 1 reel Life along the waterways of Thailand is shown and three technical assistance programs sponsored by the United Nations are pictured in operation UN 1952 THAT THEY MAY LIVE color L2325 3 reels Illustrates the application of mouthtomouth or direct artificial respiration for saving lives of victims of suffocation Depicts several common emergency situations such as dangers of suffocation of children by plastic bags and in abandoned refrigerators of drowning electrocution respiratory obstructions choking and shows how prompt action can save lives Illustrates clearly and graphically how to apply this technique PYRAMID i960 THEY ALL LEARN TO READ L2176 3 reels Here is a demonstration of how a teacher divides the children of her class into groups and works with each group to teach reading skills Photographed in an actual classroom the film shows four groups of children cooperating on a class project which is the outcome of an integrated unit in social studies and reading SYRACUSE 1955 THIS CHARMING COUPLE L20te 2 reels This film focuses on a frequent cause of broken marriages the false ideals of romantic love on which too many marriages are built This Charming Couple follows the courtship of two young people who refuse to evaluate each others good qualities and shortcomings in a realistic adult fashion Winnie and Ken are very much in love but each with a dream of the other In a series of dramatic episodes each clearly reveals certain characteristics of their true natures The audience sees that in every instance when an opportunity for proper appraisal of character or personality traits is presented Winnie and Ken are unwilling or unable to alter their romanticized ideas of each other to agree with actual facts Neither will change yet each expects the other to conform after marriage to an idealized pattern Because they are in love with love and not with each other their marriage is doomed to fail MCGRAWHILL 1950 THIS IS NEW YORK color L2k6K 2 reels Eased on the book of the same title by Sasek this childishly sophisticated book of impressions of New York City will appeal to both children and adults Using the oconographic technique of the Picture Book Parade the childlike drawings of scenes around the city are made to appear as motion pictures Narration is by a child WESTON 1962 81 THIS IS OUR HERITAGE L277 2 reels The camera takes viewers on a tour of some of the more notable churches in the city of Washington D C pointing out those which are outstanding for their architecture because certain presidents worshipped there or for other reasons Has both patriotic and religious significance since one of the producers purposes is to deepen our awareness of the religious faith which has been and still is a vital part of life in our nations capital BUET MARTIN 1963 THIS VITAL EARTH color Lll8 1 reel Portrays both the beauty and the logic of the balance in nature and the organ ization of the living community Clearly explains the dependence of plants and animals on each other for survival and control Reveals how man upsets the balance in nature by robbing the soil of hidden values and illustrates the nonproductiveness of soil deficient in certain minerals EEF 198 THREE FOX FABLES Lll9 1 reel The Aesop fable in which a fox encounters a crow a piece of cheese a stork and a bunch of grapes EEF 198 THREE TWO ONE ZERO Part I L2326 3 reels Fart II L2327 3 reels One of three films in the Project 20 NBC television series recreating events in the 20th century that have changed the course of history Uses newsreel footage from several countries to reconstruct the history and development of atomic power Excellent background for adult discussion programs which could have science world affairs or philosophical emphasis More adult treatment than others in this collection MCGRAWHILL 1958 THREE WISHES L298 1 reel Lotte Reiniger silhouettes tell the story of Martin the Woodcutter who was granted three wishes by the fairy whom he released from the oak tree CONTEMPORARY THOMAS JEFFERSON L2087 2 reels Vividly outlines the distinguished career of Jefferson by dramatizing incidents that characterized him best Includes scenes of writing the Eeclaration of Independence contributions to social reform success as Minister to France and as Secretary cf State political campaign for Presidency the Louisiana Pur chase the commissioning of Lewis and Clark and his founding of the University of Virginia EBF 199 THUMBELINA L25 1 reel A good presentation of the fairy tale of the same title done in silhouette animation by Lotte Reiniger CONTEMPORARY 1956 TIBETAN TRADERS color L2335 2 reels The culture of a little known people is stressed in this informative and interesting coverage of these people and their way of life Few modern changes have come to the villages amid the scenic beauty of the Himalayas Usable for discussion groups travel audiences ATLANTIS 1957 82TIJEAN GOES LUMBERING color L227 2 reels A FrenchCanadian folk tale about the exploits of a mysterious little boy who rode into a logging camp one winters day and proved to be the greatest lumber jack of them all The beautiful winter setting in the northern woods gives the film strong visual appeal while the tall tale humor and the triumphs of the young hero make it a top favorite with children IFB 1953 TIME OF WONDER color L221 2 reels Animation and excellent narration bring to life the drawings and prose of Robert McCloskeys second Caldecott Award book The setting is an island in Maine and the story is of fog lifting about sparkling water of storms and roaring winds of ferns in misty woods and of boats moving about among the islands Useful for developing and emphasizing an awareness of nature WESTON l96l TIME OUT OF WAR L2282 2 reels A moving story of the events of an hours truce between two northern soldiers and a southern soldier during the U S Civil War CALIF U 1950 TO YOUR HEALTH color L327 1 reel Philip Stapp produced for the World Health Organization this unusual film on the nature of alcohol and its physical effects on the human body Gives various reasons why people drink and some historical background on the use of alcohol through the centuries Done in brisk cartoon form and presents much material to stimulate discussion COL U PRESS 1956 TOCCATA FOR TOY TRAINS color L312 1 reel A program piece this film presents a short introduction narrated by Charles Earner followed by a continuous flow of beautifully designed and fascinating old trains All are toys and represent the whole period of trains with the roundhouse the station the platform the porter train caller the conductor and all that went with the era No narration other than the short introduction but special music by Elmer Bernstein makes the perfect complement for the action BRANDON 1957 TOM TIT TOT color L330 1 reel Actors performing in silhouette and pantomime against colorful stylized backgrounds cramatize this English version of Rumpelstiltskin while story teller Margaret Lott reads the fairy tale offscreen Her English accent and the unusual visual technique make the film unusually effective CREATIVE 1955 TOOT WHISTLE PLUNK AND BOOM color L299 1 reel Disneys animated cartoons show the development of the four classes of musical instruments wind woodwind strings and percussion These are traced from the days of cave men to the present DISNEY PROD 1959 TOTEMS color LI36 1 reel Depicts in color the enormous cedar totems with their ritual and religious carvings made by the West coast Indians of British Columbia IFB 19 83 TOUE OF THE WHITE HOUSE WITH MRS JOHN F KENNEDY Part I L265 3 reels Part II L2k66 3 reels The unprecedented television tour of the White House conducted hy Charles Collingwood of CBS TV with Mrs Kennedy as hostess is made available in complete form in this film Mrs Kennedy and Mr Collingwood conduct the audience through several rooms of the White House commenting on their history paintings furniture and other objects Mrs Kennedy gives a brief general history of the White House and discusses the project she and her committee are working on to redecorate and refurnish some of the rooms to make the Presidents Home truly reflect the best of American History and tradition and to emphasize its significance to the American people The tour includes the diplomatic reception room the East Room or main audience room the State Dining Room the Red Room Blue Room Green Room Lincoln and Monroe Rooms President Kennedy appears briefly at the conclusion of the film MCGRAWHILL 1962 THE TOWERS color L331 1 reel Simon Rodilla a small weatherbeaten old man who is a tile setter by trade spent 30 years building his towers from bits of glass broken bottles and tiles gathered from wherever he found them Their purpose is not fully understood even by him but building them satisfied his urge to build something of beauty by himself Remarkable photography CREATIVE 1957 TRIO L2126 3 reels An intimate photographic study of musical genius at work Rubenstein Heifetz and Piatigorsky three outstanding solo artists combine their gifts to present the first movement of Schuberts Trio in BFlat and the second and third movements of the Trio in DMinor by Mendelssohn Violin piano and cello WORLD ARTISTS INC TRIP WITH CURRIER AND IVES color L353 1 reel A pleasing combination of prints done by Currier and Ives and folk songs bring alive the times and ways of life a century ago The prints show Little Old New York the clipper ships and the whaling trade New England winters paddlewheelers on the Mississippi the wagon trains and the early steam engines moving west No narration just the folk songs sung simply provide the accompaniment to the pictures The songs include Long Long Ago Mary Jane and Michael Roy Blow Blow Blow Nellie Was a Lady Working on the Railroad and Sweet Betsy From Pike C ONTEMPORARY I963 TROPICAL AFRICA color L2U67 3 reels The producer of this film is aiming at an intelligent primer or introduction to the tropical area of the African continent Illustrations and maps show how civilization spread around the Mediterranean and flourished in the North though it was poor in the South He acknowledges the great political revolution and social change which is presently under way in this area and emphasizes the changes which have been brought about by contact with the white mans world from the earliest traders and explorers through the colonial period the mission aries etc to the present day with its rapid transportation good means of communication propaganda etc The accent is on the people themselves and on some of their problems Does not identify geographically the various sections of Africa but presents an overall view of tropical Africa which encompasses three quarters of the African continent Excellent discussion background material INTERNATIONAL FILM FOUNDATION 1961 8kTROUT MAENESS color L250 2 reels Robert Traver wellknown both as a lawyer and as a novelist Anatomy of a Murder waxes philosophical about fishing as an art and as a source of pleasure to man Scenes selected to show the joys and skills of the anglers art are beautiful and will appeal to the outdoorsman Perhaps a bit more reflective than one might expect from a film on fishing nevertheless it should be useful in the librarys film programs BRANDON 1963 TURKEY NATION IN TRANSITION color L2k68 3 reels A brief history of Turkey from the Hittites to the present precedes this picture of the physical social and economic situation in Turkey in the middle of the tweintieth century The opening sequence of animation is somewhat slow and has no narration only native music but after that the pace quickens to provide a stimulating picture of a nation which has become the most western of the middle east states since the rise to power of Kemal Ataturk in 1923 Useful background for discussion and study INTERNATIONAL FILM FOUNDATION 1962 TWISTED CROSS Part I L2283 3 reels Part II L2284 3 reels This film traces in dramatic detail the rise to power in Germany of Hitler and the Nazis Beginning with the Saar plebiscite in 1935 it shows how Hitler led the Third Reich to domination over 15 countries and ends with the defeat and occupation of Germany It shows forcefully the course of a dictators rise to power One of three in the NECTV series Project 20 which recreated events of the 20th century that have changed the course of history MCGRAWHILL 1958 Tctal film k minutes long UNDERSTANDING OUR UNIVERSE color L255 1 reel A workmanlike film explaining the operation of giant telescopes and pointing out the ways in which they are used to contribute to scientific knowledge CCKCKET 1957 UNDERWATER ADVENTURE color L308 1 reel Marineland Florida is the setting for the antics of a variety of sea animals These include porpoises leaping out of water to be fed by hand the cormorant bird chasing fish tinder water anemones sharks sea turtles barracudas octapi and others STERLING 1950 UNIVERSE L2372 3 reels Visualizes the structure and movements of the universe using principles and theories worked out by modern astronomers Makes use of manipulated models animation and special camera effects to take the viewer on a tour of space under the guidance of astronomer Donald MacRae Presents a spectacular display of the cratered moon gaseous explosions on the sun rotating planets orbiting moons streams of comets the Milky Way and many of the galaxies making up the universe CONTEMPORARY i960 URBAN SPRAWL color L2373 2 reels This film is designed to show the characteristics of recent urban growth in our nation to define the problems that have arisen and to develop the under standing of the necessity for planned urban growth Outlines some of the objectives needed in future plans to show that how well we live tomorrow depends on the action we take today BARR i960 85U S GRANT AN IMPROBABLE HERO L290 3 reels The late actor Thomas Mitchell narrates this character study of one of the controversial figures in American history Originally produced for television it adapts very veil as a program for groups interested in the Civil War American history or the U S Presidency Old photographs and drawings are combined with live photography to produce a sympathetic and understanding account of the life and career of Ulysses S Grant MCGRAWHILL 1962 VALLEY OF THE TENNESSEE L2043 3 reels Emphasizes the change in agricultural methods made possible by flood control thru the Tennessee Valley Authority with particular reference to the people affected UWF 19MO VELASQUEZ color L2169 2 reels Vincent Price eminent art enthusiast and critic narrates this film about the life and work of the Spanish painter Velasquez Useful for art appreciation groups IFB 1956 VICTORIA FALIS THE SMOKE THAT THUNDERS color LI98 1 reel Aerial views as well as those from ground show the magnificence of these highest falls of water They are shown in relation to Northern and Southern Rhodesia and all of South Africa Animals and plants of area are also shown HOEFLER 1953 VICTORY OVER POLIO L2329 3 reels Originally produced for CBS television this film narrated by Walter Cronkite uses old news reel shots to illustrate the history of polio and the study of various treatments for its relief Franklin D Roosevelt is shown as he went to Warm Springs Georgia for treatment Sister Kenny is shown as she worked to apply her method of treatment A sequence shows some of the medical men who worked on solving the mystery of the disease and ends with the triumph of Dr Jonas E Salk as he discovered the successful vaccine Good adult discussion material useful in promoting health programs MCGRAWHILL 1959 VILLAGE OF SPAIN color L22kQ 2 reels A travel film which covers the economy family life religion education and recreation of a Spanish village In contrast with the rather primitive condi tions found in the village scenes in the nearby city of Malaga provide a glimpee of modern urban life The film is informative and beautifully photographed and avoids the stereotyped approach Useful for travel and for background material on the country CHURCHILLWEXLER 1956 VINCENT VAN GOGH color L237I 2 reels An unseen narrator uses Vincent Van Goghs letters to his brother Theo as a background for the presentation of his paintings of landscapes portraits and drawings Makes good use of the camera to study details of the paintings CORONET 1959 86r VISIT TO SANTA color L220 2 reels Santa sends one of his elves in a magic helicopter to bring a small boy and girl for a visit to the Worth Pole There they visit the toytown village Santas toy warehouse a special electric train display a big circus tent and parade Just before they return home Santa reminds them that the purpose of the whole Christmas celebration is to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ Santas elves are played by real children who provide a contrast to the animated toys but it is the toys that will hold childrens interest WILLIAMS 1961 VISIT WITH COWBOYS L150 1 reel A city boy visits a real western ranch for the first time in his life He sees cowboys rounding up roping and riding horses watches cowmen roping and branding calves meets a fence rider at work helps to sho and feed hcrses and ends his visit in the excitement of a bigtime rodeo EEF 199 VISITING GEORGIAS GARDENS color L2180 2 reels Scenes from the Visiting Gardens Tours sponsored by the Federated Garden Clubs of Georgia introduce the gardens and homes of Georgias antebellum past Towns included are Athens Covington Oxford Madison Augusta Marietta and Atlanta While it would help to have the scenes more clearly identified this film will fill a great need in club work GA GARDEN CLUB VOLCANO color L256 1 reel The eruption of the Mexican volcano Paricutin in 193 is shown and analyzed in detail Scientific explanation adds to understanding of the phenomenon CALIF U 1955 VOTING PRCCEDURES L2213 2 reels Several common voting procedures are illustrated and explained in detail the Australian ballot voting machines voting a straight party ticket voting a split ticket writein votes etc Primary elections and the necessity for registration are also emphasized While the procedures are those common to Indiana this film could be used very well in any state for discussion study or instruction IND U 1955 WAR IN SPAIN L2375 3 reels One of the Twentieth Century television series this film traces the course of the Spanish Civil War from its outbreak through the intervention of outside powers for their own personal ends to the final defeat of the loyalist government by Franco and his Falange MCGRAWHILL i960 WARDROBE color L2376 2 reels One of a series of four films for teenage girls on personal grooming this is a capsule course in selecting clothes to fit individual needs the use of care and intelligence in choosing garments and accessories for school and social occasions Emphasizes the propriety of1 dress tooccasion seasonal suitability importance of postureand etherbasic principles of building a suitable wardrobe IFB i960 87WASTAGE OF HUMAN RESOURCES L151 1 reel Presents a stirring account of the tragic wastage of human resources caused by societys failure to provide healthful safe and effective living conditions Calls attention to the dreadful wastage caused by crippling diseases careless accidents juvenile delinquency widespread unemployment old age dependency alcoholic and drug addiction mental diseases crime and most tragic of all war EBF 19V7 WATER BIRDS color L218 3 reels Water birds from all parts of the earth are the performers in one of the True Life Adventure aeries from the Disney Studios Behavior patterns and living habits are contrasted body contours eating habits and flight patterns are shown for the viewers edification and enjoyment Artistically and accurately done in cooperation with the National Audubon Society Suitable for old and young DISNEY PROD 1957 WE THE PEOPLES L152 1 reel An orientation film designed to show the various purposes and functions of the United Nations Organization Through the combined use of live action and selected animated charts the film describes fully the basic functions of the six major divisions of the United Nations YA 195 WENDYS CHRISTMAS CARD color L328 1 reel A childs delight at receiving a Christmas card introduces this brief story of graphics and printing as it is illustrated in the design and production of a Christmas greeting card for a child Useful for the Christmas season and for showing the steps in creating greeting cards as well IFB i960 WESTERN GERMANY THE LAND AND THE PEOPLE color L216 1 reel The industrial agricultural and commercial life of western Germany is shown in relationship to the dense population natural resources and relatively infertile soil of this area The importance of the coal trade and synthetic products in the industrial development of this country is vividly shown against the background of its presentday economy CORONET 1954 WHALES AND WHALERMEN color L229 2 reels This unusual film provides a picture of the whaling industry off the coast of South Africa There is much information en the science of whaling and the contri bution whales make to industry One catches the feeling of the strength of the whalers their skill and knowledge of their jobs and their allabsorbing pursuit of the whale once he is sighted HOEFLER 1957 WHAT ABOUT JUVENILE DELINQUENCY L206 1 reel A powerful dramatic sketch which sets the stage for a discussion of this timely topic No solutions are offered the viewer is left to ponder the problem Three teenage boys members of a gang beat up a man who happens to be the father of another member City council is about to declare curfew feelings rise and the question remains to be answered what about it YA 1955 88 WHAT IS A HOUSE color L2330 2 reels Traces the evolution of the American house from the Carpenter classic to the residence of the future Presents some of the problems of site planning orientation and building technology as well as the social and economic needs which must be considered to make a house a home AM INST ARCH 1958 WHAT IS CONSCIENCE color L190 1 reel Purpose of this film is to help the audience discover for themselves the many effects of conscience and how each can use his own conscience to improve his mental health Different explanations of conscience are presented dramatically CORONET 1952 WHAT IS MODERN ART color L21 2 reels Traditional and modern points of view are expressed by a girl and an artist who tries to convey why modern painters paint in their particular styles No pat answer is given but an attempt is made to stimulate further thought about the approaches Scene Museum of Modern Arts Penthouse Paintings by Van Gogh Picasso Mondrian Bali Miro and others PRINCETON FILM CTR 198 WHAT MADE SAMMY SPEED color L257 1 reel Analyzes the causes of and portrays the effects of excessive speeding leading to a fatal automobile crash Calmly and thoughtfully done the film presents good material for discussion The situation chosen is one of teenage speeding but the motivation is universal SID DAVIS 1957 WHAT WILL CLAY DO color L269 1 reel A howtodoit type film showing various ways clay can be manipulated by pinching squeezing joining pieces twisting carving etc Illustrates the use of these ways in making figurines of animals and people Forming figures from a solid mass of clay is shown as well as methods of making figures from short and long coils and blocks The film also shows ways of combining methods to help the beginner find his own individual way of handling clay as an art medium to express his own ideas Church school workers teachers or adult volunteer workers with children will find the film useful as will those interested in the techniques of working with clay TABLETOPPER 1956 WHITE HOUSE PAST AND PRESENT color L2377 2 reels The major public and semipublic rooms of the White House are shown in this study of the Presidents Home as a national symbol Includes scenes of the Blue Room the Green Room the Red Room the State Dining Room the China Room closeups of the dinnerware used by former presidents the Oval Room Diplo matic Reception Room the East Room and the Presidents Office Should be useful on many patriotic occasions and for program showings by local community groups CORONET i960 Made during the last Eisenhower administration it shows the White House as it was before the restorations undertaken by Mrs Kennedy WHITE MANE L2177 2 reels This film tells a beautiful legend about a little French boy and his love for a wild stallion who would not be tamed by men REMBRANDT 1953 WHO IS SYLVIA L2237 2 reels Here is presented a sensitive study of the dreams fears and hopes of a 14 year old girl half child half woman and her relationships with her family school and school friends Using as a catalyst the impromptu and unchaperoned get together of the gang after school this film captures and spotlights a too often characteristic lack of communication and understanding between parents and their adolescent children and the results of this impasse IFB 1957 WHOS BOSS L20k6 2 reels Competition in marriage is the theme of this motion picture Ginny and Mike are each successful in their separate business careers but combining their careers with marriage has not been nearly so successful After two years and in spite of a mutual love the marriage is a series of conflicts on finances friends and on their whole way of living The quarrel with which the film begins reveals how reluctant each one is to surrender any part of his individu ality to the essential compromises of marriage Shocked by the threat this offers to their marriage they determine to make an honest cooperative effort to save it Adjustments are not easy for each is accustomed to think in terms of himself as an individual first and only secondarily as a member of a partnership But a good balance can be achieved with patience and love and understanding and at the end of the film Ginny and Mike are tasting the fruits of a marriage to which each contributes to the bread winning and the homemaking where neither is boss but both are partners MCGRAWHILL 1950 WHO SHOULD DECIDE color L329 1 reel An open letter from a teenage boy to his parents asks the questions which raise the problems and introduce the most common areas of disagreement between parents and their teenage children Wo conclusions are drawn but problems are clearly stated and the film should lead to fruitful discussion CORONET 1958 WHOS RUNNING THINGS L235 1 reel This discussiontype film deals with the problem of an unpopular order from the chosen leader of a group The situation chosen for dramatization is a high school gymnasium program in Canada Seme few words are definitely Canadian in their pronunciation and use but they do not detract from the films usefulness in almost any community Adults as well as young people will find it usable MCGRAWHILL 1955 WHY EXPLORE SPACE color L269 2 reels The historic flight of John Glenn the first American to circle the earth in space is presented to underscore the question in the minds of many people as to the purposes and values of space research Raises such questions as these How does space research relate to world problems How will the new knowledge change your life What are the values of space research Offers some answers by pointing out some of the applications of some of the things which have been learned or developed in pursuit of space exploration Thought provoking CHURCHILL 1962 WHY VANDALISM L221 2 reels A study of the underlying causes that lead three boys to destroy a class room The origins of vandalism are found to be in the personal traits and the environmental factors that create antisocial personalities While the film is rather dramatic it does offer possibilities for discussion and suggests ways in which vandalism may be curbed EBF 1955 90MMMM WILD FOWL IN SLOW MOTION color L309 1 reel A remarkable study in grace and beauty made possible by slowmotion photography Featured are the Canada goose pintail canvasback ducks and many others Useful for mens club groups and any other outdoor interest STERLING 197 WILLIAMSBURG RESTORED color L2132 k reels This camera study of the city emphasizes the profound research and painstaking attention to detail which has been involved in the restoration of Williamsburg and its eighteenth century appearance COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG 1951 WILLIAMSBURG THE STORY OF A PATRIOT color L2331 reels John Fry and his family present a composite of the Virginia planter of the period in American colonial times just before the outbreak of the Revolution Through his eyes are seen the events leading up to the break between the Colonies and the British Crown CareTul attention is given to details in showing build ings and costumes of the time Useful with groups having interest in American history as well as those with a strong interest in the restoration of Colonial Williamsburg COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG 1957 WITNESS TO AN ACCIDENT color L35 1 reel This film documents the activities of a trained police officer in the investi gation of an automobile accident Emphasizes training and teamwork as the keys to proper police evaluation Useful in working with safe driving programs and in showing adequate police work INDIANA U 193 WOMEN ON THE MARCH Part I L2332 3 reels Part II L2333 3 reels This film is a documented story of the suffragette movement in England and America using contemporary photographs newsreels and other motion pictures Part one deals with conditions up to World War I and much of the change in attitude and gaining of political rights is attributed to the role of women in the war Part two deals with conditions after World War I the achieve ments of women in many different fields and their work for peace economic equality and legal rights Of particular interest to womens groups CONTEMPORARY 1958 WOODROW WILSON SPOKESMAN FOR TOMCRROW L2215 3 reels Old newsreel clips and reproductions of documents and cartoons present Woodrow Wilson from his presidency of Princeton University to his death in the White House Shows how Wilson gained renown as a reformer a statesman as a spokes man for peace with his pleas for international cooperation and American parti cipation in the League of Nations MCGRAWHILL 1956 W00EW1ND CHOIR Revised ed color L21 1 reel The various instruments in the woodwind choir are introduced in the warmup room of a concert hall Then at a concert the woodwinds are heard in solo roles as a chamber group and as an important part of the whole symphony orchestra Played by the Vienna Symphony Orchestra conducted by Hans Swarowsky EBF 1956 91WORKSHOP FOR PEACE L2128 3 reels This film takes one on a tour through the United Nations Building in New York giving a clear explanation of the many types of activity which go on there at this gigantic workshop for peace UN 1950 WORLD AFFAIRS ARE YOUR AFFAIRS L2089 3 reels This film is a documentary on the work of the World Affairs Council of Cleveland Ohio EBF 1952 WORLD GARDEN color L202 1 reel Beautiful study of worldfamous Kew Gardens at London In addition to pre senting it as a beauty spot and a place of recreation for many cf the city dwellers the producers have placed emphasis on its functions in economic botany the development of new plants classifying specimens overcoming plant diseases improving strains etc BIS 1951 WORLD TRADE FOR BETTER LIVING L2058 2 reels Graphically illustrates how the exchange of goods and services between countries of the world contributes to the welfare of the worlds people Describes major features of international trade indicates conditions which have led to the growth of restrictions of trade discusses solutions for major trade problems Explains that a rising level of trade between countries is essential for a higher standard of living in every country EBF 1951 WORLD WAR I L2250 3 reels This film shows events leading up to the first World War and the role of the United States as a late comer into the action Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations which he hoped to develop as an instrument to end war Historical footage shows actual tattles during the fall and winter of 1917 and 1918 in the survey of the struggle of the major powers in Europe for control of raw materials for world markets and the intervention of the United States Valuable background of factual information EBF 1957 WORLD WAR II PROLOGUE USA L2251 3 reels Newsreel footage from the years 1931ljl is skillfully edited to provide a dramatic record of events leading to the United States entry into World War II Following scenes of Japans surprise bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7 191 flashbacks document the main factors which led to the out break of hostilities the impact of the Depression the growth of Fascism and Nazism agressive moves by the axis nations the failure of the League of Nations and Munich crisis A parallel theme is the changing climate of opinion in the U S from the strong neutrality of the midthirties to the popular support that greeted Roosevelts war message to Congress on December 8 1941 EBF 1956 WORLD WITHOUT END L2135 h reels The story of UNESCO and three other UN agencies which was filmed by Basil Wright and Paul Rotha outstanding filmmakers working together but at opposite ends of the world Shows work in Thailand Siam and Mexico Points up likenesses as well as differences among peoples The effort to alleviate their poverty and illness provides the theme which unifies the picture of the worlds knowledge at work for the peoples of the world BRANDON 1950 92 YELLOW LEAF L2378 3 reels An elderly widow is shocked and disappointed when she realizes that her daughter feels it is necessary to have her leave their home and live in a hcme for the aged She overcomes these feelings as she finds congenial friends new interests and a measure of independence she had not had before A sympathetic study of the problems of the aging parent in a childs household NFEC 1956 YELLOWSTONE color L2195 2 reels An armchair visit to the famous Yellowstone National Fark designed to create interest not only in this park with its geysers but also in national parks and the whole conservation movement and in the preservation of some of the natural wilderness of the country HOEFLER 1963 YCSEMITE END CF THE RAINBOW 2nd Edition color L2285 2 reels An outstanding pictorial tour of this worldfamous national park presents scenes of the many waterfalls stupendous rock formations regions of the Big Trees and a multitude of birds and animals BAILEY 1958 YOU CAN TAKE IT WITH YOU L201 1 reel One factory worker from a plant with an enviable safety record learns the hard way that you can take hcme the safety principles and practices you follow at work or you can take them anywhere else outside the plant to your very great advantage NAT SAFETY COUNCIL 1952 YOUR NATIONAL GALLERY L155 1 reel A motion picture tour thru the National gallery of art at Washington D C As if thru the eyes of an appreciative visitor the camera looks at the price less paintings sculpture and tapestries walking down massive corridors stopping repeatedly before especially outstanding masterpieces going in for a closer look then proceeding on to new treasures Rembrandt Rubens Renoir Gainsborough Romney Reynolds Van Dyke Whistler as well as seme of Americas own immortal originals are shown UWF 195 YOUTH DANCES L233 2 reels Shows how small children learn simple steps and movements and grow into moving with precision timing and grace Develops the idea to show how girls develop more exacting techniques as they mature and how with discipline and a welltrained body a dancer can employ whatever technique best expresses mood and ideas A nonprofessional group shows a modern jazz ballet and a humorous dance combining the classic and jazz techniques Useful for any group interested in the dance CONTEMPORARY 1959 YUGOSLAVIA color L270 3 reels This film presents developments in one of the highly controversial areas of the world Follows the pattern of using animation to introduce the film and trace the historical development of the country and then turning to live photography to examine its present day government economic and social life Looks at the communist values and their meanings and direction in Yugoslavia and examines Yugoslavias role in international politics INTERNATIONAL FILM FOUNDATION 1962IK ZION NATIONAL PARK color L310 1 reel Another in the series of travel films dealing with the grandeur and beauty of Zion National Park in Utah Usable with armchair travel groups PARR I960 YOURS IS THE LAND color L2088 2 reels A conservation film showing how man has upset the balance in nature Prepared especially for discussion groups to demonstrate how we have wasted our resources and the need for conserving them for future generations EBF 1950 ZOO color L156 1 reel A gay colorful visit to one of the worlds largest most modern zoos where animals are observed in areas simulating their natural habitats Includes intimate and fascinating studies of polar and kodiak bears lions tigers kangaroos alpacas giraffes zebras baboons sea lions hippopotami rhinoceri and elephants Excellent natural color and closeup photography contribute much to realism and authenticity EBF l99 9kSUBJECT INDEX ACCIDENTS PREVENTION Human Factor in Driving Missing Witness My Pops a Lineman Once UpOn a Bicycle Safely to School Small Craft Safety Stop Driving Us Crazy What Made Sammy Speed You Can Take It With You ADOLESCENCE Age of Turmoil Friendship Begins at Home Shy Guy Who is Sylvia Who Should Decide AFRICA African Big Game David Livingstone East Africa Life in the Sahara Africa Awakens Modern Nigeria Africans All Tropical Africa ALCOHOL PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECT contd None for the Road Cahill ALCOHOLISM Alcoholism How Long the Night ALGAE Japan Harvests the Sea ALLIGATORS Prowlers of the Everglades ALPINE PLANTS Alpine Wildflowers AMAZON RIVER Amazon Family ANDERSEN HANS CHRISTIAN Story of My Life Hans Christian Andersen AGE see OLD AGE ANIMALS AIRPLANES Adventures of a Baby Fox African Big Game Day Man Flew Animals of Alaska Black Bear Twins ALASKA East Africa Natures Strangest Creatures Animals of Alaska Zoo Letter from Alaska ANIMALS HABITS AND BEHAVIOR ALCOHOL Beaver Dam Teaching Teenagers About Alcohol Beaver Valley Forest Babies ALCOHOL PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECT ANTARCTICA Alcohol and the Human Body Alcoholism Seven Cities of Antarctica None for the Road YA NTHROPOLOGY Kan and His Culture RCHITECTURE Architecture West Brasilia Frank Lloyd Wright From Doric to Gothic Jefferson the Architect Second United States Skyscraper ARCHITECTURE GOTHIC Gothic Art ARCHITECTURE GREEK Rise of Greek Art ART Art prd K ticn Art in America Art in the Western World Art of Metal Sculpture Arts and Crafts of Norway rush Techniques Caravapgio and the Baroque Crafts of the Fire Cubism Design Discovering Color Discovering Perspective Discovering Texture Dong Kingman Enameling on Copper Fiddle De Dee French School of Painting Gothic Art Grandma Moses Graphic Elements in Landscape Henri Matisse Japans Art From the Land Leonardo da Vinci Life of Christ Life of Christ in Art Michelangelo and His Art Mosaic Mountain Farm ART contd Oriental Brushwork Paris City of Art Plaster Sculpture in Clay Rembrandt Renaissance Renaissance Durer Rise of Greek Art Rubens Space Story of Chinese Art Surrealism Towers Trip with Currier and Ives Velasquez Vincent Van Gogh What is Modern Art What Will Clay Do Your National Gallery ART ABSTRACT Nonobjective Art ART GREEK Rise of Greek Art ART JAPANESE Japans Art From the Land ART INDUSTRIES AND TRADE Arts and Crafts of Norway Chairmaker and the Boys Colour in Clay Crafts of the Fire Making a Stained Glass Window Saddlemaker ART OBJECTS Art Treasures from the Vienna Collections ART PRIMITIVE Lascaux Cradle of Mans Art 96ART AND CRAFTS Chairmaker and the Boys Towers ASTRONOMY Universe ATATURK KEMAL Ataturk the Father of Modern Turkey ATOMIC ENERGY Atomic Energy International Atom Our Friend the Atom Three Two One Zero AUDUBON JOHN JAMES Audubon and the Birds of America AUSTRALIA Australia Christmas in Australia AUTHORSHIP Story of a Book AUTOMOBILE DRIVERS Human Factor in Driving Impact Missing Witness None for the Road YA None for the Road Cahill Stop Driving Us Crazy Story of Anyburg U S A What Made Sammy Speed AUTUMN Autumn Pastorale AZALEAS How to Grow Beautiful Azaleas and Camellias BALLADS Frog Went ACourtin BASHFULNESS Shy Guy BEARS Bear Country Black Bear Twins BEAUTY PERSONAL see GROOMING PERSONAL BEAVERS Beaver Valley Beaver Dam BERLIN Berlin Outpost of Freedom BIBLE ANTIQUITIES Religious Archaeology BIBLE GEOGRAPHY Holy Land Jordan Valley Journey to Nazareth BIBLE NEW TESTAMENT He is Risen Prodigal Son BIBLE OLD TESTAMENT Book of Job Ruth BICYCLES AND BICYCLING Once UpOn a Bicycle BIG HORN RIVER Dangerous River 97BIRDS BRAZIL African Birdlife American Flamingo Audubon and the Birds of America Bald Eagle Bird Migration Birds in Winter Birds of the Countryside Birds of the Dooryard Birds of the Marshes Bobolink and Blue Jay Cultivate Your Garden Birds Five Colorful Birds Wildfowl in Slow Motion BIZET GEORGE Immortal Bizet BOATS AND BOATING Dangerous River Small Craft Safety Booming World of Boats BOLIVIA Amazon Family BOOKS In Black and White Love of Books Magic Book Story of a Book BOOKS AND READING Teenagers Will Read BOOKS CENSORSHIP see PROHIBITED BOOKS BOONE DANIEL Daniel Boone BRASILIA Brasilia Brasilia Brazilian Rain Forest BUDDHA AND BUDDHISM Buddhism Four Religions BUILDING Skyscraper BUILDING ADOBE Adobe City BULLFIGHTERS Day Manolete Was Killed BURIED TREASURE Haunts of Pirates BUSINESS ETHICS Office Courtesy Office Etiquette CAMBODIA Niok CAMELLIAS How to Crow Eeautiful Azaleas and Camellias CARAVAGGIO MICHEL ANGELO DA Caravaggio and the Baroque CAREY WILLIAM Empty Shoes CARIBBEAN AREA Caribbean Antigua Barbados Martinique Trinidad Tobago and Jamaica 98CAROLS Christmas Carols Friendly Beasts Merry Christmas Silent Night Song of Christmas CARVER GEORGE WASHINGTON George Washington Carver CATHEDRALS Gothic Art Chartres Cathedral CAVE DRAWINGS Lascaux Cradle of Mans Art CENSORSHIP Freedom to Read Sound of a Stone CERAMICS see POTTERY CHAPMAN JOHN Johnny Appleseed CHARTRES FRANCES NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL Chartres Cathedral CHILD STUDY Allen is My Brother Face of Youth From Sociable Six to Noisy Nine From Ten to Twelve Frustrating Fours and Fascinating Fives Helping the Child to Accept the Dos Helping the Child to Face the Donts Meeting Emotional Needs in Childhood Strangers Terrible Twos and Trusting Threes Who is Sylvia Four Families CHILDRENS STORIES Andy and the Lion Black Bear Twins Camel Who took a Walk Caps for Sale Christmas Visitor Cinderella Circus Baby Cuckoo Clock that Wouldnt Cuckoo Curious George Rides a Bike Doughnuts Emperors Nev Clothes Five Chinese Brothers Frog Prince Gallant Little Tailor Georgie Gerald McBoing Boing Golden Fish Hailstones and Halibut Bones Hare and the Tortoise Harold and the Purple Crayon Hello Pirro Hercules Here Comes the Circus Honest Woodsman Hound That Thought He Was a Raccoon In the Forest Jack and the Beanstalk Jennys Birthday Legend of the Pied Piper Lentil Lets Go to the Circus Little Red Hen Little Red Lighthouse Littlest Angel Loons Necklace Madeline Magic Michael Make Way for Ducklings Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel Millions of Cats Monkey Who Would Be King Mother Goose Stories Mrs and Mr Peacock Frog Went ACourtin 9 CHILDRENS STORIES continued CHRISTMAS Night Before Christmas Niok Owl and the Pussycat Peter and the Wolf Poncho Princess and the Dragon Puss in Boots Red Balloon Red Carpet Rapunzel Shovel Rumpelstiltskin Sandy Steps Out Sleeping Beauty Snow White and Rose Red Steadfast Tin Soldier Stone Soup Stories of Holland Story about Ping Stowaway This is New York Three Fox Fables Three Wishes Thumbelina Time of Wonder Tom Tit Tot TiJean Goes Lumbering Visit with Cowboys White Mane Zoo CHINA China Under Communism CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND Pony penning on Chineoteague CHRIST See JESUS CHRIST CHRISTIANITY Crescent and the Cross Four Religions Life of Christ Life of Christ in Art Our First Christmas Tree Big Downtown Christmas Charles Dickens Christmas Childs Christmas in Wales Christmas Carol Musical Version Christmas Customs Near and Far Christmas Deer Christmas in Australia Christmas in Denmark Christmas on Grandfathers Farm Christmas Rhapsody Christmas thru the Ages Christmas Visitor Friendly Beasts How the AnimalsDiscovered Christmas Journey to Nazareth Littlest Angel Nativity Night Before Christmas On the Twelfth Day Our First Christmas Tree Song of Christmas Wendya Christmas Card CHRISTMAS CAROLS See CAROLS CHURCH WORK How to Visit CHURCHILL SIR WINSTON LEONARD SPENCER Man of the Century CIRCUS Circus Baby Circus Day in Our Town Here Comes the Circus Lets Go to the Circus CITIZENSHIP Citizen Participates Publics Business Whos Running Things ICOMMI MM CITY PLANNING Brasilia Megalopolis Second United States The City Urban Spravl CIVIL RIGHTS Our basic civil rights CIVILIAN DEFENSE Survive 1 under atomic attack CLOTHING AND DRESS Wardrobe COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES Choosing Your College Career COLOR Discovering Color COLOR PRINTS Trip With Currier and Ives COMMERCE World Trade for Better Living COMMUNICATION Have I Told You Lately That I Love Interview The COMMUNISM Berlin Outpost of Freedom Challenge of Ideas China Under Communism 2nd ed Communist Accent on Youth Communist Imperialism Hoaxters Nightmare in Red Poland and the Soviet Power Back ground to Recent History Yugoslavia COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Second United States COMMUNITY LIFE Citizen Participates Community Responsibilities CONDUCTING Conducting good music CONSCIENCE What is Conscience CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES See Natural Resources COPPER Enameling on Copper COSTUME Dolls of Many Lands COURTESY Office Courtesy COURTSHIP Meaning of Engagement You COWBOYS Visit with Cowboys CREDIT Credit and Loans CUBISM Cubism CZECHOSLOVAKIA Czechoslovakia a Satellite State 101 s r univf mrKDAHLIAS How to Grow Dahlias DANCING American Square Dance Eallet Girl Magic Fiddle Ruth St Denis and Ted Shawn Sadlers Wells Ballerina Scotland Dances Shadow on the Prairie Steps of the Ballet Youth Dances DANUBE RIVER AND VALLEY Danube DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE See U S DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE DEMOCRACY Challenge of Ideas Communist Accent on Youth Defining Democracy Whos Running Things DESERTS Flowering Desert DESIGN Design Design in Silver Space Seven Guideposts to Good Design DISCUSSION GROUPS How to Conduct a Discussion Lets Talk About Films Meeting in Session Organizing Discussion Groups IFOTJ SUBMARINE Breath of Life DOGS STORIES Sandy Steps Out Hound That Thought He Was a Raccoon ECGS TRAINING Retrievers at Work DOLLS Dolls of Many Lands DRAFT MILITARY See MILITARY SERVICE DROUGHTS Dust Bowl DURER ALBRECHT Life of Christ Renaissance Durer DUST BOWL Dust Bowl DUST STORMS Dust Bowl EASTER Easter Season The Resurrection First Easter He is Risen ECONOMICS Productivity Key to Plenty EDINBURGH Festival in Edinburgh EDUCATION Catfishing is for Saturday 102EGYPT Egypt a Country in Transition ELECTIONS Voting Procedures ELEPHANTS Niok EMOTIONS Anger Anger at Work Feeling of Hostility Feeling of Rejection Meeting Emotional Needs in Childhood Overdependency Shy Guy ENAMEL AND ENAMELING Enameling on Copper ENGLAND See GREAT BRITAIN EROSION Birth of the Soil River The Seeds of Destruction ETHICS Other Fellows Feelings Publics Business ETHOPIA Ethiopia Africas Ancient Kingdom ETIQUETTE Office Etiquette ETNA MOUNT Mountain of Fire EUROPEAN WAR 1911918 World War I EVERGLADES FLORIDA Prowlers of the Everglades EXPRESSIONISM ART Expressionism FBI See US Federal Bureau of Investigation FABLES Hare and the Tortoise Little Red Hen Three Fox Fables FAIRY TALES Cinderella Emperors New Clothes Frog Prince Jack and the Beanstalk Legend of the Pied Piper Mother Goose Stories Princess and the Dragon Puss in Boots Rapunzel Rumpelstiltskin Sleeping Beauty Snow White and Rose Red Three Wishes Thumbelina Tom Tit Tot FAITH Shield of Faith FAMILY Anazon Family Families First Family Circles Four Families Friendship Begins at Home Getting along with Parents Have I told You Lately that I love Ycu Japans New Family Patterns Whos Boss 103 PFIRE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT Crafts of the Fire FIRST AID IN ILLNESS AND INJURY First Aid on the Spot That They May Live FISHERIES Fishermen Stowaway FISHING Trout Madness FLAGS American Flag Stars and Stripes on Display FLIGHT Day Man Flew FLOODS The River Seeds of Destruction Valley of the Tennessee FLORENCE Proud Citadel FLORICULTURE How to Grow Beautiful Azaleas and Camellias How to Grow Dahlias How to Grow Gladiolas How to Grow Iris How to Grow Roses FLORIDA Prowlers of the Everglades Arranging Flowers in Your Home Cut Flowers to Last Longer Flower Arrangements for the Home Part I Flower Arrangements for the Home Part II Flower Arrangements of Williamsburg Flowers at Their Best FLOWERS Flowers at Work Glory of Spring Growth of Flowers FOLK SONGS Frog Went ACourtin Trip With Currier and Ives FOLKLORE Kionis Poi Pounder Loons Necklace Magic Fiddle Stone Soup TiJean Goes Lumbering FOOD SUPPLY Food and People FORESTS AND FORESTRY Forest Conservation FOXES Adventures of a Baby Fox FRANCE Journey in France FRONTIER AND PICNEER Daniel Boone Flatboatmen of the Frontier Oregon Trail 104 FROST ROBERT GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Robert Frost Glacier Park and the Canadian Rockies FUR TRADE Glacier Park Fur Country GLADIOLAS GAME PROTECTION How to Grow Gladiolas Rainbow Valley GLASS GANDHI MOHANDAS KARAMCHAND Glass Glass From the Old to the New Mahatma Gandhi Through Research GARDENING How to Grow Beautiful Azaleas and Camellias How to Grow Dahlias How to Grow Gladiolas How to Grow Iris How to Grow Roses Ladybird Story GARDENS Gardens of England Visiting Georgias Gardens World Gardens GEOLOGY Hidden Earth GERMANY Twisted Cross Western Germany The Land and the People GEYSERS Geysers and Hot Springs GIBRALTAR Rock of Gibraltar GIFTED CHILDREN Gifted Ones GLASS MANUFACTURE Glass Glass From the Old to the New Through Research GLASS PAINTING AND STAINING Making a Stained Glass Window GLENN JOHN HERSHEL Why Explore Space GOD God in Nature GOGH VINCENT VAN Vincent Van Gogh GRAND CANYON Grand Canyon GRAND CANYON SUITE Grand Canyon GRANT ULYSSES SIMPSON U S Grant An Improbable Hero 105 GREAT BRITAIN Picture of Britain Road to Canterbury GREAT LAKES Locks of Sault Sainte Marie GREECE Aged Land GREETING CARDS Wendys Christmas GROOMING PERSONAL Good Grooming for Girls Hair Care Make Up Posture Wardrobe GULF STATES Gulf Coast The Souths Land of Opportunity HANDICRAFT Crafts of the Fire Design in Silver Enameling on Copper HAWAIIAN ISLANDS Hawaii USA Kionis Poi Pounder HEALTH EEUCATION Journey in Health HEART Doctor Examines Your Heart BEIFETZ JASCHA Trio HEMINGWAY ERNEST Hemingway HIMALAYA MOUNTAINS Himalaya Life on the Roof of the World Tibetan Traders HINDUISM Four Religions Hinduism HISTORIC HOUSES ETC George Mason of Gunston Hall Jefferson the Architect Williamsburg Restored White House Past and Present HITLER ADOLPH Twisted Cross HOLLAND See NETHERLANDS HONESTY The Test HONG KONG Hong Kong Free Port HORSES Horse Farm Pony Penning on Chincoteague White Mane HOUSES What is a House HOUSING Baltimore Plan 106HUMAN RELATIONS Office Etiquette Office Teamwork HUNTING African Big Game IMPRESSIONISM ART Impressionism INDIA India Introduction to its History New India INDIANS OF NORTH AMERICA Loons Necklace Monument Valley Navajo A People Between Two Worlds Spirit of the White Mountains Totems INDONESIA Letter from Indonesia Indonesia New Nation of Asia INSECTS Ladybird Story Poisons Pests and People Part I Part II INSECTICIDES Poisons Pests and People Part I Part II INSTALMENT PLAN Credit and Loans INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION Expanding World Relationships Food and People International Atom Man in the Twentieth Century One World Or None INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION continued Quest For Tomorrow INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS Planning our Foreign Policy World Affairs Are Your Affairs World Trade for Better Living IRIS Plant How to Grow Iris ISRAEL State Israel Middle East Neighbor ITALY Italian Interludes Proud Citadel ITURBI JOSE Jose Iturbi Pianist JAPAN Japan Japan Harvests the Sea Japanese Family Japans Art From the Land Japans New Family Patterns JEFFERSON THOMAS Jefferson the Architect Thomas Jefferson JESUS CHRIST He is Risen Life of Christ Life of Christ in Art The Nativity Prince of Peace The Resurrection First Easter JEWELRY Design in Silver Enameling on Copper 107JEWS SOCIAL LIFE AND CUSTOMS LEADERSHIP Days Work Home JOB Book of Job JUGOSLAVIA See YUGOSLAVIA JUVENILE DELINQUENCY Children in Trouble The Search Wayne University Vandalism Why Vandalism What About Juvenile Delinquency KELLER HELEN Helen Keller in Her Story KENNEDY JACQUELINE BOUVIER Tour of the White House with Mrs John F Kennedy KENNEDY JOHN FITZGERALD John Fitzgerald Kennedy 19171963 KINGMAN DONG Dong Kingman LANDSCAPE GARDENING Landscaping for the Future LAPLAND People of the Reindeer LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK Lassen Volcanic National Park LAW ENFORCEMENT FBI How to Conduct a Discussion Organizing Discussion Groups LEATHER WORK Saddlemaker The LEE ROBERT EDWARD Robert E Lee A background study Lee the Virginian LEGISLATION State Legislature LEONARDO DA VINCI Leonardo Da Vinci LIBERTY OF THE PRESS Story that Couldnt be Printed LIBRARIANS Key to a Future LIBRARIES Books and People the Wealth Within Books for Beaver River Common Heritage Fifth Freedom Help Yourself Key to a Future Know Your Library Lets Visit School Libraries The Librarian Library Adventure Library is a Place Where Library of Congress Library on Wheels Opportunity Unlimited Story of a Book LIBRARIES INSTRUCTIONS IN USE Know Your Library 108 LIBRARY PUBLICITY Opportunity Unlimited LINCOLN ABRAHAM Abraham Lincoln a background study Face of Lincoln LIVINGSTONE DAVID Eavid Livingstone LOANS Credit and Loans LOCOMOTIVES Railroad Rhythms LOUISIANA Louisiana Story LUTHER MARTIN Martin Luther MAINE Time of Wonder MARCEAU MARCEL Pantomimes Marcel Marceau MARIF ANIMALS Mysteries of the Deep Underwater Adventure MARINE BIOLOGY Eetveen the Tides MARINEIAND FLORIDA Undervater Adventure MARRIAGE Choosing for Happiness It Takes all Kinds Marriage Today Meaning of Engagement This Charming Couple Whos Boss MARRIAGE MIXED One Love Conflicting Faiths MARSHALL JOHN John Marshall MARSHES Marshes of the Mississippi MASKS Plays Mask of Comedy MASON GECRGE George Mason of Gunston Hall MATISSE HENRI Henri Matisse MENTAL HEALTH Anger at Work Feeling of Hostility Feeling of Rejection Overdependency What is Conscience MENTAL ILLNESS Bitter Welcome MENTALLY HANDICAPPED Eternal Children 109MEIECROLCGY Great Weather Mystery MEXICO Mexico Land of Color and Contrast Taxco Village of Art MEXICO CITY Mexico City Pattern for Progress MICHELANGELO BUONARROTI Michelangelo and His Art MIDDLE AGES Medieval World MIDDLE EAST See NEAR EAST MIGRANT LABOR Backbreaking Leaf MINERALOGY Minerals and Rocks MISSIONARIES David Livingstone Empty Shoes MISSIONS FOREIGN Empty Shoes People Without Fear MISSISSIPPI RIVER Marshes of the Mississippi MOBILES Sculpture Make a Mobile MOBS Due Process of Lav Denied MOHAMMEDANISM Crescent and the Cross Four Religions Islam Mohammedan World Beginning and Growth MONUMENT VALLEY Monument Valley MOROCCO Blue Men of Morocco MOSES ANNA MARY Robertson Grandma Moses MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK Mount Rainier National Park MOUNT VERNON VIRGINIA Mount Vernon in Virginia MOVING PICTURE ART FORM Adventures of Carnival The Chairy Tale Fiddle De Dee The Golden Fish Happy Anniversary The Interview Moonbird Night in a Pet Shop Toot Whistle Plunk Boom Song of the Prairie MUSEUMS American Museum MUSIC Brass Choir Carnival Christmas Carols Conducting Good Music 110 MUSIC continued NATURAL HISTORY Fiddle Be Dee Grand Canyon Hymn of the Nations Immortal Bizet Jose Iturbi Lets All Sing Together Listening to Good Music Merry Christmas Music in America Music of Williamsburg Percussion Group Peter and the Wolf Playing Good Music Silent Night Song of Christmas String Choir Symphony Orchestra Trio Toot Whistle Plunk Boom Woodwind Choir MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Brass Choir Listening to Good Music Percussion Group Playing Good Music String Choir Woodwind Choir NATIONAL PARKS AND RESERVES Geysers and Hot Springs Glacier Park Glacier Park and the Canadian Rockies Lassen Volcanic National Park Monument Valley Mount Rainier National Park Quetico Yellowstone Yosemite End of the Rainbow Zion National Park NATIONAL SOCIALISM Natures Strangest Creatures NATURAL RESOURCES Arteries of Life Conservation Road Food and People Forest Conservation Heritage We Guard Seeds of Destruction Yours is the Land NATURE STUDY Bear Country Beaver Dam Beaver Valley Between the Tides Birth of a Florida Key Ladybird Story Quetico Time of Wonder Water Birds NEAR EAST Problems of the Middle East Mohammedan World Beginnings and Growth Israel Middle East Neighbor NETHERLANDS Stories of Holland Background for Reading NEW YORK CITY This is New York NIGERIA Africa Awakens Modern Nigeria Challenge in Nigeria Hoaxters Twisted Cross NOVA SCOTIA Stowaway 111NUCLEAR PHYSICS Atomic Energy NURSES AND NURSING Hcme Nursing Fundamentals CCEAN Japan Harvests the Sea Mysteries of the Deep Science of the Sea OFFICE WORK Office Courtesy Office Etiquette Office Teamwork OLD AGE Adventure in Maturity Golden Age Place to Live Proud Years Retire to Life Yellow Leaf OREGON TRAIL Children of the Wagon Train Oregon Trail OUTDOOR LIFE Family Afoot in the Yukon Land of the Pink Snow Quetico OVERLAND JOURNEYS TO THE PACIFIC Children of the Wagon Train PAINTING Brush Techniques Discovering Perspective Dong Kingman Expressionism French School of Painting Grandma Moses PAINTING continued Graphic Elements in Landscape Henri Matisse Mountain Farm Oriental Erushwork Rembrandt Rubens Velasquez Vincent Van Gogh PAINTING GOTHIC Caravaggio and the Baroque PAKISTAN Pakistan Its Land and People PALESTINE Days work The Home JerusalemThe Holy City PANAMA CANAL Panama Canal Gateway to the World PANTOMIMES Chairy Tale Pantomimes Marcel Marceau PARABLES Prodigal Son PARAGUAY Paraguay A New Frontier PARENT AND CHILD Families First Family Circles Human Growth Who Should Decide PARICUTIN Volcano 112HHMMMMMNN MBMM MM PARIS Paris City of Art Paris on the Seine PARLIAMENTARY PRACTICE Mr Chairman Fundamentals of Parliamentary Law Parliamentary Procedure Speech Conducting a Meeting PATRIOTISM Man Without a Country PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT Office Teamwork PERSPECTIVE Discovering Perspective PERU Peru People of the Andes Peru Upper Amazon Region PETS Night in a Pet Shop PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Philippines Nation of Islands Philippines Today Republic of the Philippines PIATIGORSKY GREGOR Trio PILGRIMS The Pilgrims PIRATES Haunts of Pirates PLANTS Secrets of the Plant World POLAND Poland The Land and the People Poland and the Soviet Power Eackground to Recent History POLICE Witness to an Accident POLIOMYELITIS Victory over Polio POLITICAL SCIENCE Pressure Groups POLITICS PRACTICAL Pressure Groups Voting Procedures PONY EXPRESS Pony Express POPULATION Food and People PORTUGAL Portugal POSTAL SERVICE Pony Express POSTERS Poster Making Design and Technique POTTERY Colour in Clay Crafts of the Fire Peter and the Potter 113PRINTING RELIGION Love of Books Wendys Christinas Card PROHIBITED BOOKS Freedom to read Sound of a Stone PROSPECTING The Search Colorado School of Mines Uranium Prospecting PUPPETS AND PUPPET PLAYS Hello Pirro Honest Woodsman Legend of the Pied Piper Princess and the Dragon Puss in Boots Simple Hand Puppets QUACKS AND QUACKERY Quacks and Nostrums QUETICO PROVINCIAL PARK Quetico RADIATION Radiation RAILROADS TRAINS Railroad Rhythms Toccata for Toy Trains READING They All Learn to Read REDWOOD Redwood Trees REINDEER People of the Reindeer Holy Land The Home In God We Trust Jerusalem The Holy City Jordan Valley Life of Christ Life of Christ in Art Frirxe of Peace People WithoutFear Shield of Faith RELIGIBNS Buddhism Crescent and the Cross Four Religions Himduism Islam Major Religions of the World Mohammedan World Beginnings and Growth RELIGIOUS EDUCATION For Every Child REMBRANDT VAN RIJN Rembrandt 16061669 RENAISSANCE Renaissance Renaissance Durer REPRODUCTION From Generation to Generation REPUBLICS Communist Accent on Youth RESPIRATION ARTIFICIAL No Time to Spare That Ttcy May Live 114 I RETIREMENT Adventure in Maturity Golden Age Retire to Life RHINE RIVER The Rhine RHODESIA Victoria Falls The Smdke That Thunders RICE Mahnomen Harvest of the North ROADSIDE IMPROVEMENT Litterbug ROCKETS Aeronautics History and Development of the Rocket Rockets How They Work ROCKS Minerals and Rocks Rockhound ROCKY MOUNTAINS CANADA Glacier Park and the Canadian Rockies ROME City Italian Interludes Rome The City Eternal ROOSEVELT FRANKLIN DELANO F D R Third Term to Pearl Harbor ROPES How to Grow Roses RUBBER Amazon Family RUBENS PETER PAUL Rubens RUBENSTEIN ARTUR Trio RUSSIA Nightmare in Red Russia Russian Life Today Inside the Soviet Union Soviet Union The Land and the People SAFETY EDUCATION Human Factor in Driving Missing Witness My Pops a Lineman Once UpOn a Bicycle Small Craft Safety What Made Sammy Speed You Can Take It with You SAHARA DESERT Blue Men of Morocco Life in the Sahara ST LAWRENCE SEAWAY St Lawrence Seaway SAMOA Samoa SAMPLES PAUL Mountain Farm 115SAN FRANCISCO Notes on the Port of St Francis San Francisco Story of a City SAN DEURG CARL Gsrl Sandburg SANTA CLAUS Christmas Visitor Visit to Santa SATELLITES ARTIFICIAL Earth Satellites Explorers of Outer Space Exploring hy Satellite SAULT SAINTE MARIE CANALS Locks of Sault Sainte Marie SCANDINAVIA Tale of the Fiords SCHOOL ATTENDANCE Dropout The SCOTLAND Scottish Rhapsody Scotland Dances SCULPTURE Art of Metal Sculpture Face of Lincoln Plaster Sculpture in Color Rise of Greek Art SEALS Animals Seal Island SEASHORE SEAWEED See ALGAE SEQUOIA Redwood Trees SEX INSTRUCTION From Generation to Generation Human Growth SHAKESPEARE WILLIAM Shakespeares Theater The Globe Playhouse SHAW GEORGE BERNARD George Bernard Shaw SHAWN TED Ruth St Denis and Ted Shawn SHEPHERDS Morning Star SICILY Sicily Island of Memory SKIN DIVING Breath of Life SOCIAL PROBLEMS Wastage of Human Resources SOCIAL SERVICE World Without End SOCIOLOGY Four Families SOIL CONSERVATION Between the Tides 116 Dust Bowl The River SOIL CONSERVATION continued Seeds of Destruction This Vital Earth Valley of the Tennessee Yours is the Land SOILS Birth of the Soil SOUTH AMERICA South America SOUTHERN STATES Southeastern States SPACE FLIGHT Earth SatellitesExplorers of Outer Space Exploring by Satellite First Man into Space History and Development of the Rocket Man in Space Race for Space Why Explore Space SPAIN Spain Three of its Faces Spain Land of Tradition and Promise Village of Spain SPAIN HISTORY CIVIL WAR 19361939 War in Spain ST DENIS RUTH Ruth St Denis and Ted Shawn STORIES See CHILDRENS STORIES STRATFORDONAVON StratfordonAvon SUEZ CANAL Suez Canal SUN Nearest Star SURREALISM Surrealism SWIMMING Breast Stroke SWITZERLAND Switzerland TEACHING Teaching Teenagers Ahout Alcohol Teenagers Will Read TELESCOPES Understanding our Universe Story of Palomar TENNESSEE Common Heritage Valley of the Tennessee TENNESSEE VALLEY AUTHORITY Valley of the Tennessee THAILAND Siam Thailands stream of life THEATRE Mask of Comedy Pantomimes Marcel Marceau Shakespeares Theatre The Globe Playhouse 117TIBET Tibetan Trader TIDES Ocean Tides TOEACCO Backbreaking Leaf TOSCANINI AETURO Hymn of the Nations TOTALITARIANISM Hoaxters TOTEMS AND TOTEMISM Totems TOYS Toccata for Toy Trains Visit to Santa TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS Witness to an Accident TRAPFING Fur Country Marshes of the Mississippi TREES Miracle of the Trees Redwood Trees TRIALS Due Frocess of Lav Denied TROPICS Brazilian Rain Forest TURKEY Ataturk the Father of Modern Turkey Turkey Nation in Transition TWAIN MARK Mark Twain Background for His Works UNITED NATIONS Charter of the United Nations Pattern for Peace We the Peoples Workshop for Peace UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANIZATION World Without End UNITED STATES Mighty Fortress is Our God U S CONSTITUTION Bill of Rights George Mason of Gunston Hall Our Living Constitution Servant of the People US DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE Declaration of Independence George Mason of Gunston Hall Our Living Declaration of Indepen dence US FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION F B I US HISTORY John Marshall Thomas Jefferson 118US HISTORY CIVIL WAR Abraham Lincoln A background Study Civil War Civil War Its Background and Causes In God We Trust Lee The Virginian Robert E Lee A Background Study Time Out of War U S Grant An Improbable Hero US HISTORY COLONIAL PERIOD Pilgrims Williamsburg Story of a Patriot US HISTORY REVOLUTION Williamsburg the Story of a Patriot US IMMIGRATION AND EMIGRATION Golden Door US NAVY Seven Cities of Antarctica US POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT Bill of Rights US SUPREME COURT John Marshall UNIVERSE Universe URANIUM The Search Colorado School of Mines Uranium Prospecting VELASQUEZ DIEGO RODRIGUEZ DE SILVA Y Velasquez VENICE Italian Interludes VERMONT Robert Frost VICTORIA FALLS RHODESIA Victoria Falls the Smoke That Thunders VIENNA BOYS CHOIR Merry Christmas VOLCANOS Mountain of Fire Volcano WASHINGTON D C CHURCHES This is Our Heritage WASHINGTON D C NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART Art in the Western World Your National Gallery WASHINGTON D C WHITE HOUSE Tour of the White House with Mrs John F Kennedy White House Past and Present WATER Arteries of Life WATER BIRDS Water Birds WATER COLOR PAINTING Brush Techniques Oriental Brushwork 119VFATFFR FORECASTING Great Weather Mystery WHALING Whales and Whalermen WILD FLOWERS Alpine Wildflowers WILD LIFE CONSERVATION Rainbow Valley WILLIAMS ROGER Roger Williams Founder of Rhode Island WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA Flower Arrangements of Colonial Williamsburg Music of Williamsburg Williamsburg Restored Williamsburg The Story of a Patriot WILSON THOMAS WOODROW Woodrow Wilson Spokesman for Tomorrow WIT AND HUMOR Happy Anniversary My Financial Career WITNESSES Witness to an Accident WOMAN RIGHTS OF WOMEN Women on the March WOMAN SUFFRAGE Women on the March WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL World Affairs Are Your Affairs WORLD WAR 19111918 See EUROPEAN WAR 1911918 WORLD WAR 1939195 FDR Third Term to Pearl Harbor Second World War Allied Victory Second World War Triumph of the Axis Twisted Cross World War II Prologue USA WRIGHT FRANK LLOYD Frank Lloyd Wright WRIGHT ORVILLE Day Man Flew WRIGHT WILBUR Day Man Flew YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Geysers and Hot Springs Yellowstone YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Yosemite End of the Rainbow YUGOSLAVIA Yugoslavia YUKON TERRITORY Family Afoot in the Yukon ZENGER PETER Story that Couldnt be Printed ZION NATIONAL PARK Zion National Park ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS Zoo 120