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Everything we see and touch is made up of millions of tiny particles. This program is full of colorful examples showing the ways that matter is composed of particles. Vivid animations illustrate how matter consists of different types of particles that are responsible for varying characteristics. Concepts and terminology: atom, element, chemical, and compound.
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A ball flying through the air, a deer walking in the woods, and a flowing river these are all examples of moving things. This action-packed video explores the characteristics of things in motion. Special attention is given to the forces that initiate and change the movement of things. Concepts and terminology: motion, push, pull, force, direction, and speed.
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Energy is all around us. This fast-paced, engaging program highlights the many and varied forms of energy. Real-life examples of energy provide relevance and meaning to students. Special emphasis is paid to heat energy and how it can be measured. Concepts and terminology: energy of motion, light, sound, electrical energy, heat, and thermometer.
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This program explores the many important uses of electricity. The nature of electricity and the formation of electric current are highlighted. Special attention is also paid to safety and electricity. Concepts and terminology include: charge, current, lightning, battery, generator, and wiring.
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This practical program stresses some of the fundamental essentials to maintaining body health. Everyday examples of healthy habits teach students how they can prevent sickness, and other health problems. Special emphasis is placed on life-long hygiene practices. Concepts and termionology: disease, sickness, hand-washing, germs, teeth brushing, sleep, nutrition, and annual physical.
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This program explores the fascinating features of vibrations and waves. Vivid examples of these phenomena help students understand how sounds are formed, how light travels, and how ocean waves move. Special attention is also given to some of the different types of waves such as microwaves, radio waves, and seismic waves. Concepts and terminology: vibration, energy, wave, light, and sound.
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Magnets are unusual and fun tools that serve many useful purposes. This colorful, action-packed program emphasizes the characteristics and behavior of magnets. Special emphasis is also given to electromagnets and the importance of magnets in generating electricity. Concepts and terminology: bar magnet, pole, magnetism, magnetic field, repel, attract, and compass.
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Almost every second of the day you are surrounded by sounds. Through easy-to-understand examples, this program helps students grasp how sounds are formed and how sound travels. Special attention is given to the different characteristics of sounds and how we sense sounds. Concepts and terminology: vibrations, ears, volume, and pitch.
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Everyday we do work, and most of the time we use tools to help us. This program begins by explaining what work is. The relationship between work and energy is then explored. Common examples of tools used to make work easier are highlighted. Concepts and terminology: work, energy, machine, simple machine, wedge, wheel and axle, and lever.
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