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Nutrition
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4 editions published between 1993 and 2004 in English and held by 76 libraries worldwide The complexities and concerns of nutrition are simplified by use of the food pyramid and the focus of good eating in each stage of childhood. The family is the centre of attitudes and eating habits for the beginning years and serves as a resource in later years. When the child makes choices based on the understanding of good nutrition and enjoys a variety of foods, the foundation of good nutrition can be set for life.
Blue eyed
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2 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 58 libraries worldwide An intensely unsettling look at ex-schoolteacher Jane Elliott's workshops opposing prejudice, ignorance and racism, in which she selects all the blue eyed people and has the others discriminate against them arbitrarily, to make them understand how blacks feel.
Diversity and communication
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1 edition published in 1996 in English and held by 42 libraries worldwide Examines conflicts between parents and child carers over differing cultural methods of child rearing and training.
Copy rites
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3 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 41 libraries worldwide Explains the importance of art to Aboriginal culture, and the effect the misuse of their artwork for commerce has on their communities. It discusses the problems with western copyright law when applied to Aboriginal art and the Aboriginal concept of ownership.
Blue eyed : training kit on discrimination and prejudice for use in an Australian context
by Margaret Byrne
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1 edition published in 1998 in English and held by 41 libraries worldwide
Losing it all the reality of Alzheimer's disease
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2 editions published between 1996 and 2007 in English and held by 40 libraries worldwide Alzheimer's disease affects one in every three families in United States, destroying the brain, causing personality changes and memory loss in its victims. Using case studies of five patients, this documentary reveals how the disease affects the daily lives of people who were once nurses, pilots, executives and community leaders. Though there is no cure for this disease, the cross section of families in this documentary shows how patient, caring family members bring comfort and meaning to the lives of people with Alzheimer's disease.
Australian eye
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1 edition published in 2002 in English and held by 38 libraries worldwide In December 2001, Jane Elliott came to Australia to conduct the Australian version of her unique discrimination experiment, blue eyes, brown eyes, in which particpants are labelled inferior or superior based purely on the colour of their eyes. The core of her exercise is to take away people's power and accuse them of being inferior on the basis of a physical characteristic over which they have no control.
Depression
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3 editions published between 1995 and 2006 in English and held by 34 libraries worldwide Programme looks at depression as an illness, those affected by it, causes and symptoms.
El Nino
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2 editions published between 1998 and 2005 in English and held by 33 libraries worldwide Explains the basic principles of El Nino, a weather phenomenon which causes climatic changes throughout the world.
Convicted
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1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 33 libraries worldwide Interviews with women prisoners and gaolers about life in prison and family backgrounds.
Play the function of children's play
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1 edition published in 1993 in English and held by 33 libraries worldwide The importance of play in the lives of children from infancy to middle childhood is signicant to all areas of development. Play has been studied according to its social categories and content. Children's play is involving, child directed and process oriented. Explores the contents and social dimensions of play and the important role of adults in facilitating children's play.
Educating Peter
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2 editions published between 1996 and 2006 in English and held by 32 libraries worldwide Documentary chronicling the emotional & academic progress of a young boy with Down syndrome who enters a traditional normal classroom for the first time.
Music & movement in early learning
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2 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 32 libraries worldwide "When young children hear music, their natural inclincation is to move their bodies in response to it. Research has shown that this movement, like the music itself, is an integral factor in the brain's and the body's healthy development. Music is an invaluable learning tool by itself, but its impact is vastly enhanced when it is joined with movement. [This program] explains what research has shown us about the importance of combining movement with music in early learning environments and shows experienced teachers using them effectively." -- Container.
Presumed guilty
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4 editions published between 1996 and 2006 in English and held by 30 libraries worldwide British defence barrister Michael Mansfield QC reveals the injustices of the British legal system, with victims such as members of the Birmingham Six and the Guildford Four interviewed, to illustrate the iniquities of a system once thought to be the most just in the world.
Guidance and discipline learning environment
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1 edition published in 1994 in English and held by 30 libraries worldwide This program looks at program management and the ways teachers structure the environment and manage their programs in order to enhance learning and development of independence and to reduce conflicts and negative behaviour. Teachers dealing with various situations are observed.
Hands on bullying
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1 edition published in 1992 in English and held by 28 libraries worldwide Examines the bullying experience through dramatic reconstructions of actual incidents. Suggests means that schools and individuals can adopt to deal with the problem.
21st century Aboriginal
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3 editions published between 2000 and 2005 in English and held by 27 libraries worldwide Part 1. We see how people survived off the land, the ancient method of making fire sticks from pandanus grass, we visit special places where the Dreamtime stories and legends behind the prolific rock art are explained -- part 2. We visit sacred sites and burial grounds. Aboriginal artists discuss their work, inspiration and the stories behind their designs -- part 3. We see from the humble beginnings sketched on butcher's paper, to the initial one page web site, through to the publicly listed company it is today, the development of the e-commerce company, Aboriginal Australia. The role of cyberspace in the sale of aboriginal art and culture is examined.
Discrimination male & female, black & white, and other forms
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2 editions published between 1993 and 2006 in English and held by 25 libraries worldwide Examines different forms of discrimination, including discrimination in the classroom and at work. Designed for classroom use with breaks to allow for discussion. Includes copyright free guidelines for teachers and information about Equal Opportunity policies.
Dynamic delivery
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2 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 24 libraries worldwide This program shows you how to grab an audience's attention and bring them to their feet. You'll learn the finer details of delivering a great speech, like using imagery and playing with your tone. Start with a five-step plan that will help bring the audience to your side, then face the big moment: delivering the speech. If you want to make a great speech, you'll need to be familiar with both delivery and style.
Developing countries and human rights Paraguay, Tunisia, Palestine, Turkey, Oman
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2 editions published in 1994 in English and held by 22 libraries worldwide "This compilation of five programs addresses the ... right to democracy, women's rights, the right to freedom and the right to education ..."--Container. more
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Aboriginal Australians Aboriginal Australians--Social conditions Aboriginal Australians--Social life and customs Antiquities Art Art, Aboriginal Australian Art, Modern Arts, European Australia Biography Building trades--Vocational guidance Case studies Chemistry, Physical and theoretical Child development Child psychology Child rearing Children--Nutrition Civilization Criticism, interpretation, etc. Dance Depression, Mental Developing countries Discipline of children Documentary films Early childhood education Economic history Elliott, Jane Feature films Films France Great Britain History Human physiology Interviews Journalism Juvenile works Manners and customs Music--Instruction and study Netherlands Painting, Modern Prejudices Problems, exercises, etc. Psychiatric nursing Racism Racism--Psychological aspects Short films Social history Travel United States Woodwork
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