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	Baby's Day at 12 Weeks, A - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films "In this picture the infant is followed through his domestic day from the time of his waking at six o'clock in the morning until the final breast feeding at ten o'clock at night. His dressing, bathing, feeding, daytime naps, play, and general care are presented in concrete detail along with an interpretation of the significance of his various reactions. For the most part the picture is non-technical and well suited for viewing by groups interested in the training and care of the infant." Produce... Downloads: 113
	Circus Day in Our Town - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films This film has amazing footage of a circus coming into a town, the townspeople helping with construction of the circus tents, the clowns preparing for their performance and the variety of circus acts and the crowds viewing them. A circus train pulling into a station. Circus carts being rolled off the train. Elephants walking down train ramps. An elephant pulling up a long wooden pole with ropes. Men pounding in stakes with mallets A machine pounding in stakes... Downloads: 487
	Lost World, A - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Shows the world of dinosaurs and prehistoric monsters of a million years ago, and includes a battle between two giant creatures. Based on Conan Doyle's story. 07:31:57 MCU Tiger on the prowl 07:32:06 More tiger shots 07:32:40 London (?) 07:34:14 Prehistoric bird 07:34:39 MCU Pterodactyl with prey 07:35:57 Real dinosaur 07:36:37 Dinosaur eats - man in foreground 07:36:58 Dinosaur 07:37:03 CU Dinosaur eating 07:37:10 Another dinosaur - T Rex 07:37:13 First dinosaur 07:37:16 Tyrannosaurus Rex licks... Downloads: 371 Average rating: (1 review)
	Mailman - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Designed to show primary grade pupils how the United States post office system operates. Follows both a city and a rural mailman on their appointed rounds and explains graphically to children how postmen sort mail and deliver it. Also the great social responsibility of Uncle Sam's letter carriers. Downloads: 156 Average rating: (1 review)
	Jean and Her Dolls - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Jean confides to a friend that her doll is catching the measles. Jean's brother overhears the remark and paints red spots on her doll's face. In return for the trick, Jean paints a 'MEASLES, KEEP OUT' sign. Downloads: 49 Average rating: (1 review)
	Fire: What Makes it Burn - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Uses simple laboratory demonstrations to show what is needed to make a fire, what a flame is, how combustion takes place and how a fire can be extinguished. Stresses that fire can be dangerous and illustrates safety measures. Downloads: 110
	Microscopic Life: The World of the Invisible - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films A study of the plant and animal life found in a jar of ordinary pond water. Illustrates and explains the difference between microscopic plants and animals; between one-celled and many-celled organisms; the meaning of colonial organization; and the various processes of food-gathering, digestion and reproduction. Downloads: 154
	Belonging to the Group (Respect as a Human Value) - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Downloads: 58
	Mosquito, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Shows the life cycles of the common (Culex) and the malaria (Anopheles) mosquito. Depicts methods of exterminating larvae and adult mosquitoes. Includes breeding places, the laying of the eggs, the various stages of development, and methods of mosquito control. Downloads: 51
	Bacteria: Friend and Foe - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Some lab shots, some microcinematography, some reenactments of Pasteur peering into his microscope. Shows the importance of bacteria in our everyday life. Animated drawings and live action scenes show bacterial growth and reproduction, and ways in which bacteria may be grouped for systematic study. Contributions of Leeuwenhoek, Pasteur and Koch are noted. Downloads: 196 Average rating: (1 review)
	Body Defenses Against Disease - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Contents. Some of the protective systems of the human organism as they operate in the body's defense against disease. The commentator discusses social and economic tragedies resulting from infectious diseases. As a bacteriologist is shown at work, the commentator says that ultimate victory in the fight against disease requires continued study of the organisms causing disease and of the complicated interplay of defensive mechanisms operating within the body... Downloads: 106
	Halloween Party - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films 18:35:37:07 Shot looking into living room of house from outside, disembodied arm enters frame and knocks on window, dog stands by window, mother inside helping children with their Halloween costumes; camera pans over to father coming through front door with pumpkins and straw. 18:36:33:05 CU boy wearing brown paper bag mask creeps up on family dug; CU dog growls; father spreads out newspaper over coffee table and carves pumpkin; CU disembodied hand holding knife carves face out of pumpkin; CU fa... Downloads: 192
	Centralization and Decentralization - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Depicts the problems created by the gradual transfer of decision making from local committees to centralized bodies operating at state and national levels. Suggests the need for preserving a balance between local and central authority. Downloads: 40
	Pilgrims, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Follows the Pilgrims from England to Holland and to New England. Discusses the Mayflower compact and the hardships in the New World. Downloads: 143 Average rating: (1 review)
	American Revolution, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Explains strategy, movement of forces and important battles of the revolutionary war. Geographical, social and political factors which brought victory. Downloads: 124
	Teaching With Sound Films - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Inc. Early sound film on techniques of using sound educational films in the classroom. With sound on film showing teacher showing films in classroom before students, and students participating in discussion about films. Includes excerpts from early Erpi sound films. From Educational Film Catalogue (1939): "Based upon research and experimentation, this picture depicts methods of using the sound film in the classroom... Downloads: 72
	Christmas Rhapsody, A - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films The story of the little fir tree which is cut down and trimmed on Christmas Eve is retold in a modern American setting, with an unusual background of Christmas carols. Downloads: 54
	Visit to the Waterworks, A - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Inc. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER TAKES CLASS ON FIELD TRIP TO CITY WATERWORKS. GUIDE EXPLAINS PLANT OPERATION--STORAGE TANKS, LABORATORY WATER TESTING FOR PURITY, FILTRATION, CHEMICAL TREATMENT. PUMPS SUPPLY FIRE DEPARTMENT, STREET CLEANING, LAUNDRY. Downloads: 88
	This Vital Earth - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Downloads: 80
	Preface to Chemistry - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Downloads: 68
	Airport, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Functions of the modern airport, showing all aspects of airline passenger service. Keywords: Aviation: Operations; Transportation: Air Downloads: 14,066 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Alcohol and the Human Body - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Traces the course of alcohol through the body; shows the effects of alcohol on the brain; dramatizes the case of a problem drinker, including treatment. Keywords: Substance abuse: Alcohol Downloads: 21,859 Average rating: (6 reviews)
	Arteries of New York City - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Shows transportation corridors leading into and out of New York City, and efforts at transportation and infrastructure planning. Keywords: New York City; Transportation: General; City planning Downloads: 19,072 Average rating: (9 reviews)
	Atomic Alert (Elementary version) - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Frightening civil defense procedure film aimed at Cold War-era elementary school students. Keywords: Atomic-nuclear: Civil defense Downloads: 45,043 Average rating: (16 reviews)
	Beginning to Date - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. An insecure young teen boy who has just reached dating age learns how to plan and enjoy a date (with a girl at least one foot taller than him). With Studs Terkel (Swimming Coach). Producer: Milan Herzog. Keywords: Social guidance; Social guidance: Etiquette; Teenagers Downloads: 26,879 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Building a Highway - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Major steps in the construction of a two-lane (pre-Interstate) highway. Keywords: Infrastructure: Roads and highways Downloads: 5,849 Average rating: (2 reviews)
	Bus Driver, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Father and son travel by bus from New York to Pittsburgh in the days when bus travel still attracted elite passengers. Keywords: Transportation: Bus Downloads: 7,480 Average rating: (8 reviews)
	Care of the Skin - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Structure of the skin; good cleanliness habits; the proper way to wash; the correct use of soap. Keywords: Health and hygiene; Medicine: Dermatology Downloads: 2,750,563 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Care of the Hair and Nails - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films A fairy tale character uses magic to help youngsters learn good health habits. Keywords: Health and hygiene Downloads: 95,221 Average rating: (6 reviews)
	China Under Communism - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Foreign correspondent John Stroehm conducts a tour through the People's Republic of China. Keywords: China; Cold War Downloads: 5,628 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Civil War, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Dramatization of important military events and imagery of the places where they occurred. Keywords: U.S. History: Civil War Downloads: 13,341 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Color Keying in Art and Living - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. How color relationships and coordination are applied to art, hair styling, eyes, complexion, dress and home decoration. Narrator: James A. Brill. Educational Collaborator: Eliot O'Hara, N.A. Keywords: Perception: Color; Art and artists: Technique; Fashion Downloads: 8,725 Average rating: (4 reviews)
	Day At The Fair, A - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films TELLS THE STORY OF 3 FARM YOUNGSTERS WHO GO TO THE FAIR TO EXHIBIT THEIR CATTLE & PIGS. SHOWS THEM TENDING THEIR LIVESTOCK, WATCHING THE JUDGING & VIEWING THE DISPLAYS. Narrator: James A. Brill. Collaborator: Harry James Reed. Downloads: 3,358 Average rating: (3 reviews)
	Despotism - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Measures how a society ranks on a spectrum stretching from democracy to despotism. Explains how societies and nations can be measured by the degree that power is concentrated and respect for the individual is restricted. Where does your community, state and nation stand on these scales? The companion Encyclopedia Britannica Film "Democracy" can be found here. Keywords: Political science Downloads: 78,236 Average rating: (52 reviews)
	Despotism - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Explains how societies and nations can be measured by the degree that power is concentrated and respect for the individual is restricted. Where does your community, state and nation stand on these scales?More information about this show available at: Denver Open Media Keywords: Politics Downloads: 63
	Don't Be Afraid - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Analysis of a child's fear of darkness leads him and us to understand the nature and kinds of fear. Keywords: Social guidance; Children: Psychology; Psychology Downloads: 8,088 Average rating: (8 reviews)
	Drug Addiction - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Classic "slippery slope" narrative of post-World War II stoned slackerdom. Keywords: Substance abuse: Drugs Downloads: 31,523 Average rating: (14 reviews)
	Early Settlers of New England (Salem 1626-1629) - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Dramatized impressions of the life of the pioneer settlers in a New England colony. Keywords: U.S. History: Colonial Downloads: 8,605 Average rating: (2 reviews)
	Eat for Health - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Ralph learns the five food groups, helping him to eat a balanced diet, and has more fun because of his better health. Keywords: Health and hygiene; Food; Nutrition Downloads: 40,779 Average rating: (10 reviews)
	English Children: Life in the City - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Typical events in the daily life of an English urban family just after World War II. Keywords: United Kingdom Downloads: 9,009 Average rating: (8 reviews)
	Fire - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films The benefits and dangers of fire. Keywords: Fire; Chemistry; cbk Downloads: 6,709 Average rating: (3 reviews)
	Hare and the Tortoise, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Dramatized version of Aesop's fable starring farm animals, including an owl, a fox, a goose, a rooster, a raccoon and a hare. Keywords: Animals: General; Mythology Downloads: 19,119 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Helicopter, The - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Theory, operation and utility of helicopters. Keywords: Aviation: Helicopters Downloads: 11,418 Average rating: (3 reviews)
	Home Electrical Appliances - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Principles and maintenance of everyday appliances. Keywords: Electricity; Houses and homes: Appliances; Appliances Downloads: 5,848 Average rating: (3 reviews)
	Immigration - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Reviews the history of immigration to the United States up to the restrictive law passed in 1924. A dramatized scene in a European steamship office is used to show the economic, political and religious motives for immigration. Contains scenes of Ellis Island and New York City in the early 20th century. Keywords: Immigration; Diversity; U.S. History: 1900-1927 Downloads: 16,849 Average rating: (4 reviews)
	Iran: Between Two Worlds - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Iran at the time of the 1953 U.S.-backed coup d'etat. Keywords: Iran Downloads: 11,496 Average rating: (5 reviews)
	Look to the Land - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Plea for sustainable land and resource use. Keywords: Land use; Environment; Conservation Downloads: 3,134 Average rating: (4 reviews)
	Making Books - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Writing, editing and mass production of books. Keywords: Communication: Books Downloads: 18,263 Average rating: (2 reviews)
	Making Films That Teach - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc. Made to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, this film shows the steps in the process of producing educational films, including scripting, shooting, editing and capturing of sound. Keywords: Motion pictures: In education Downloads: 10,494 Average rating: (2 reviews)
	Man and His Culture - Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Shows, in the imaginative form of a "report from outer space," how the ways of mankind might appear to visitors from another planet. Keywords: Anthropology; Science fiction Downloads: 20,140 Average rating: (4 reviews)