Great Plains National Instructional Television Library
Overview
| Works: | 3,454 works in 4,988 publications in 1 language and 43,601 library holdings |
|---|---|
| Genres: | Juvenile works Children's films Children's television programs Drama Fiction Educational television programs Criticism, interpretation, etc Documentary films Hymns Short films |
| Roles: | Distributor, Other |
| Classifications: | PZ7, 791.4572 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Great Plains National Instructional Television Library
- GPN Educational media, 1981 by Great Plains National Instructional Television Library( Book )
- GPN Educational media, 1982 by Great Plains National Instructional Television Library( Book )
Most widely held works by
Great Plains National Instructional Television Library
Digging up dinosaurs by
Aliki(
Visual
)
15 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and held by 672 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book Digging up dinosaurs, by Aliki. Host LeVar Burton sets off in his jeep to explore the mystery surrounding the life and death of the dinosaur
15 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and held by 672 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book Digging up dinosaurs, by Aliki. Host LeVar Burton sets off in his jeep to explore the mystery surrounding the life and death of the dinosaur
If you give a mouse a cookie by
Laura Joffe Numeroff(
Visual
)
9 editions published between 1990 and 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 370 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A reading of the book, "If you give a mouse a cookie" by Laura Joffe Numeroff. Discusses chain reactions from a bowling alley, leading into the reading of the main story. Then it's off to a factory where bowling balls are made and a domino expert demonstrates how he designs chain reactons as he sets up a domino art event. Reviews: "This is the key to the kingdom" by Diane Worfolk Allison, "The house that Jack built" illustrated by Jebby Stow, and "Smart dog" by Ralph Leemis
9 editions published between 1990 and 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 370 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A reading of the book, "If you give a mouse a cookie" by Laura Joffe Numeroff. Discusses chain reactions from a bowling alley, leading into the reading of the main story. Then it's off to a factory where bowling balls are made and a domino expert demonstrates how he designs chain reactons as he sets up a domino art event. Reviews: "This is the key to the kingdom" by Diane Worfolk Allison, "The house that Jack built" illustrated by Jebby Stow, and "Smart dog" by Ralph Leemis
The day Jimmy's boa ate the wash(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1983 and 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 351 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book the Day Jimmy's boa ate the wash, By Trinka Hakes Noble. Host LeVar Burton also visits a farm and a livestock fair, interviewing a man who greases a pig for a pig scramble
8 editions published between 1983 and 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 351 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book the Day Jimmy's boa ate the wash, By Trinka Hakes Noble. Host LeVar Burton also visits a farm and a livestock fair, interviewing a man who greases a pig for a pig scramble
Stellaluna by
Janell Cannon(
Visual
)
7 editions published between 1994 and 2003 in English and held by 350 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Stellaluna is the charming story of a baby bat who is separated from her mother and ends up being raised in a most peculiar way by a family of birds until she is reunited with her mother
7 editions published between 1994 and 2003 in English and held by 350 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Stellaluna is the charming story of a baby bat who is separated from her mother and ends up being raised in a most peculiar way by a family of birds until she is reunited with her mother
Gregory the terrible eater by
Mitchell Sharmat(
Visual
)
13 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 343 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A very picky eater, Gregory the goat refuses the usual goat diet staples of shoes and tin cans in favor of fruits, vegetables, eggs, and orange juice. Host LeVar Burton also visits a zoo to find out some surprising facts about the eating habits of goats and other animals
13 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 343 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A very picky eater, Gregory the goat refuses the usual goat diet staples of shoes and tin cans in favor of fruits, vegetables, eggs, and orange juice. Host LeVar Burton also visits a zoo to find out some surprising facts about the eating habits of goats and other animals
The Patchwork quilt by
Valerie Flournoy(
Visual
)
7 editions published between 1983 and 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 334 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book The patchwork quilt, by Valerie Flournoy. Shot on location at Boston Childrens Museum and hosted by LeVar Burton
7 editions published between 1983 and 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 334 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book The patchwork quilt, by Valerie Flournoy. Shot on location at Boston Childrens Museum and hosted by LeVar Burton
Germs make me sick(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and held by 330 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The book explains what germs are, how bacteria and viruses affect the human body, and how the body fights against them. Other segments include: Finding out about germs: LeVar uses a microscope to discover what germs really look like ; How your body fights germs: animation featuring the body's defense team works in action ; How bacteria can help: a visit to an organic farm illustrates how micro-organisms are important to growing food
8 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and held by 330 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The book explains what germs are, how bacteria and viruses affect the human body, and how the body fights against them. Other segments include: Finding out about germs: LeVar uses a microscope to discover what germs really look like ; How your body fights germs: animation featuring the body's defense team works in action ; How bacteria can help: a visit to an organic farm illustrates how micro-organisms are important to growing food
Follow the drinking gourd(
Visual
)
6 editions published between 1993 and 2008 in English and held by 320 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Runaway slaves journey north along the Underground Railroad by following directions in a song "The drinking gourd". Other segments include: LeVar talks about slavery: LeVar introduces students to the history, heroes, stories, and music of the African American culture which emerged from slavery ; Songs about slavery: the a capella group, Sweet Honey in the Rock, perform and share their historical knowledge of slavery
6 editions published between 1993 and 2008 in English and held by 320 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Runaway slaves journey north along the Underground Railroad by following directions in a song "The drinking gourd". Other segments include: LeVar talks about slavery: LeVar introduces students to the history, heroes, stories, and music of the African American culture which emerged from slavery ; Songs about slavery: the a capella group, Sweet Honey in the Rock, perform and share their historical knowledge of slavery
How much is a million? by
David M Schwartz(
Visual
)
4 editions published between 1985 and 2003 in English and held by 319 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
LeVar Burton scours the streets of New York City trying to figure out exactly how much is a "million." Viewers visit the Crayola factory in Pennsylvania to see how millions of crayons are made, and New Jersey's Giants Stadium to see how the stadium crew and concession vendors prepare for the giant crowd on game day
4 editions published between 1985 and 2003 in English and held by 319 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
LeVar Burton scours the streets of New York City trying to figure out exactly how much is a "million." Viewers visit the Crayola factory in Pennsylvania to see how millions of crayons are made, and New Jersey's Giants Stadium to see how the stadium crew and concession vendors prepare for the giant crowd on game day
Miss Nelson is back by
Harry Allard(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and held by 312 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Discusses surprises and disguises and presents a reading of the book, Miss Nelson is back, by Harry Allard and James Marshall. While Miss Nelson is away her students decide to create a lookalike to fool their principal. Their substitute teacher, Miss Swamp, sets things straight
8 editions published between 1983 and 2008 in English and held by 312 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Discusses surprises and disguises and presents a reading of the book, Miss Nelson is back, by Harry Allard and James Marshall. While Miss Nelson is away her students decide to create a lookalike to fool their principal. Their substitute teacher, Miss Swamp, sets things straight
How to make an apple pie and see the world(
Visual
)
9 editions published between 1995 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 312 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
LeVar Burton is put in the kitchen where he gets some fun cooking tips from chef Curtis Aikens, and uses science to unravel some of the unknown tricks and reasons behind everyday cooking
9 editions published between 1995 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 312 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
LeVar Burton is put in the kitchen where he gets some fun cooking tips from chef Curtis Aikens, and uses science to unravel some of the unknown tricks and reasons behind everyday cooking
A chair for my mother by
Vera B Williams(
Visual
)
9 editions published between 1983 and 2006 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 303 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book A chair for my mother, by Vera Williams. Host LeVar Burton carries through the story line about members of a family who team up and work together to rebuild their lives after a tragic fire, as he and his friends create a song and dance number called Teamwork
9 editions published between 1983 and 2006 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 303 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a reading of the book A chair for my mother, by Vera Williams. Host LeVar Burton carries through the story line about members of a family who team up and work together to rebuild their lives after a tragic fire, as he and his friends create a song and dance number called Teamwork
Dive to the coral reefs(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1989 and 2008 in English and held by 299 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The featured book "Dive to the coral reefs" written by Elizabeth Taynton, Paul Erickson and Les Kaufman, describes the formation of a coral reef and the many plants and animals that live in and around these underwater communities. Host, LeVar Burton scuba dives in the coral reefs off the Florida Keys where he encounters tropical fish and a variety of fascinating coral. Viewers will also meet a "reef doctor" who restores life to damaged reefs by transplanting living coral. Featured books are "How to hide an octopus & other sea creatures" by Ruth Heller ; "I can be an oceanographer" ; and "Creatures of the sea" by John Christopher Fine
8 editions published between 1989 and 2008 in English and held by 299 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The featured book "Dive to the coral reefs" written by Elizabeth Taynton, Paul Erickson and Les Kaufman, describes the formation of a coral reef and the many plants and animals that live in and around these underwater communities. Host, LeVar Burton scuba dives in the coral reefs off the Florida Keys where he encounters tropical fish and a variety of fascinating coral. Viewers will also meet a "reef doctor" who restores life to damaged reefs by transplanting living coral. Featured books are "How to hide an octopus & other sea creatures" by Ruth Heller ; "I can be an oceanographer" ; and "Creatures of the sea" by John Christopher Fine
Amazing grace by
Bill D Moyers(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 1993 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 289 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A reading of the book, "Amazing Grace" by Mary Hoffman leads into a discussion of stereotyping. LeVar interviews Whoopi Goldberg, where the topic of pursuing your own dreams is discussed
5 editions published between 1993 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 289 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A reading of the book, "Amazing Grace" by Mary Hoffman leads into a discussion of stereotyping. LeVar interviews Whoopi Goldberg, where the topic of pursuing your own dreams is discussed
The Legend of the Indian paintbrush by
Tomie DePaola(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 1988 and 2008 in English and held by 287 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
LeVar pursues Native-American arts and culture as he visits Taos Pueblo
5 editions published between 1988 and 2008 in English and held by 287 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
LeVar pursues Native-American arts and culture as he visits Taos Pueblo
Rechenka's eggs(
Visual
)
4 editions published between 1992 and 2008 in English and held by 287 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Natural and crafted eggs are the subject of this program hosted by LeVar Burton. The Russian story of "Rechenka's eggs" by Patricia Polacco is read, the viewer visits the author, who decorates an egg using the Ukranian art of pysanky. Also included is an experiment to show the strength of an egg and students watch many animals hatch from eggs. Three other books are introduced, including "The talking eggs" by Robert D. San Souci, "Stefan & Olga" by Betsy Day, and "I made it myself" by Sabine Lohf
4 editions published between 1992 and 2008 in English and held by 287 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Natural and crafted eggs are the subject of this program hosted by LeVar Burton. The Russian story of "Rechenka's eggs" by Patricia Polacco is read, the viewer visits the author, who decorates an egg using the Ukranian art of pysanky. Also included is an experiment to show the strength of an egg and students watch many animals hatch from eggs. Three other books are introduced, including "The talking eggs" by Robert D. San Souci, "Stefan & Olga" by Betsy Day, and "I made it myself" by Sabine Lohf
Chickens aren't the only ones(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1987 and 2008 in English and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A pictorial introduction to the animals that lay eggs, including chickens as well as other birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects, and even a few mammals
8 editions published between 1987 and 2008 in English and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A pictorial introduction to the animals that lay eggs, including chickens as well as other birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects, and even a few mammals
Watch the stars come out by
Riki Levinson(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1985 and 2008 in English and held by 283 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A brother and sister bravely travel alone across the ocean to the United States, from the book by Riki Levinson. LeVar explores the plight of the many courageous immigrants who came to America filled with hopes and dreams
8 editions published between 1985 and 2008 in English and held by 283 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A brother and sister bravely travel alone across the ocean to the United States, from the book by Riki Levinson. LeVar explores the plight of the many courageous immigrants who came to America filled with hopes and dreams
Borreguita and the coyote by
Verna Aardema(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1994 and 2008 in English and held by 280 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Host LeVar Burton introduces the book Borreguita and the coyote, which is about a little lamb who uses her wits to gain the upper hand and outsmart a hungry coyote. He visits a barrio in Los Angeles and talks about how guitars are made, painting murals, and Mexican folk music. Books reviewed include Coyote dreams by Susan Nunes, Diego by Jonah Winter, and The three little javelinas by Susan Lowell
8 editions published between 1994 and 2008 in English and held by 280 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Host LeVar Burton introduces the book Borreguita and the coyote, which is about a little lamb who uses her wits to gain the upper hand and outsmart a hungry coyote. He visits a barrio in Los Angeles and talks about how guitars are made, painting murals, and Mexican folk music. Books reviewed include Coyote dreams by Susan Nunes, Diego by Jonah Winter, and The three little javelinas by Susan Lowell
Desert giant : [the world of the Saguaro Cactus](
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1989 and 2008 in English and held by 273 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The featured book explores the ecosystem of the giant Saguaro cactus
8 editions published between 1989 and 2008 in English and held by 273 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The featured book explores the ecosystem of the giant Saguaro cactus
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Related Identities
- Burton, LeVar Producer Host Narrator
- WNED-TV (Television station : Buffalo, N.Y.)
- Lancit Media Productions
- Great Plains National (Firm)
- Mannucci, Mark Director
- Lancit, Larry Producer Director
- Krauss, Ronnie Author of screenplay Producer
- GPN Educational Media
- Wiseman, Ed Producer Director
- Horelick, Steve
Associated Subjects
African Americans Amazing grace (Hymn) Bacteria Bats Billion (The number) Birds Boa constrictor Books and reading Bowling balls Children's literature Children's stories Children--Books and reading Cooking Coral reef biology Coral reefs and islands Desert ecology Diet Dinosaurs Domino toppling Easter eggs Egg decoration Eggs Emigration and immigration Families Fossils Fossils--Collection and preservation Fugitive slaves Gospel music Grandmothers Handicraft Hymns, English Indians of North America Mice Million (The number) Newton, John, Number concept Pysanky Quilting Saguaro Saguaro--Ecology Schools Slavery Snakes as pets Teachers Trillion (The number) Ukraine Underground Railroad United States Viruses Voyages and travels
Alternative Names
Great Plains National Instructional Library
G.P.N.
GPN
GPN (Great Plains National Instructional Television Library)
Great Plains Regional Instructional Television Library
University of Nebraska--Lincoln. Great Plains National Instructional Television Library
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