Synopses & Reviews
The only guide you'll need for choosing the best videos -- and CD-ROMS -- for your family. INCLUDES:
More than 1000 entries of kid-tested and adult-approved videos currently available.
Listings organized by age -- from infancy to adolescence -- as recommended by child development specialists.
A wide range of categories with special attention to gender and ethnicity: Educatioinal/Instructional; Fairy Tales; Family Literature and Myth; Special Interest; Foreign Language; Holiday; Music; How-To; and Nature.
Review ratings in a clear, easy-to-read format.
Evaluations by panels of adults and children.
Outstanding programs from independents and major studios.
Ordering information, running times, and suggested retail prices.
Evaluations of more than 100 CD-ROMs
500 recommended feature films for the family...and more!
Table of Contents
ContentsForeword by LeVar Burton
Preface by Linda Ellerbee
A Note to the Reader
Introduction
Acknowledgments
Part I
Reports From the Field
1. TV for Girls
Jan Benzel
2. Congress and TV: Living With the Law
Lawrie Mifflin
3. Teletubbies
Sarah Lyall
4. Reinventing Children's Television Workshop
Anita Gates
Part II
KIDS FIRST! Video Reviews
5. Infants and Toddlers (Ages 0-4)
Introduction, Dr. Irving Lazar
6. Preschool (Ages 2-5)
Introduction, Dr. Bettye Caldwell
7. Elementary (Ages 5-8)
Introduction, Martha Dewing
8. Middle School (Ages 8-12)
Introduction, Irene Wood
9. Junior and Senior High School (Ages 12-18)
Introduction, Allan J. Brenman and Adelaide Vinneau
10. Parenting (Adults)
Introduction, Karen Kurz-Riemer
Part III
Family Films for Teenagers
11. Introduction and Selections, Peter M. Nichols
Appendix I: Titles that Suit Special Interests
Multicultural/Diversity
Titles Best for Girls
Titles Best for Boys
Dealing with Problems, Conflict Resolution
Appendix II: Producers, Addresses and Telephone Numbers
Index