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472. The exceptional child. [The epileptic child] (29:10)

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Epileptic child; Exceptional child
Date:
1959
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Discusses the special problems confronting the child with epilepsy and tells how ignorance, superstitions, and half-truths add to the complexity of providing wholesome relationships for the epilept...

473. The exceptional child. [Mentally retarded: trainable] (28:56)

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Mentally retarded: trainable; Mentally handicapped: trainable; Exceptional child
Date:
1959
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Explores the challenges faced by children with severe intellectual disabilities, highlighting their interactions with family, neighbors, and educational environments. Through dramatizations and cla...

474. The automotive American (29:02)

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American memoir
Date:
1961
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Traces how the automobile transformed American life, becoming both a cultural force and a cornerstone of the economy. The episode notes that while early cars like the Oldsmobile were luxuries, the ...

475. Léopold Sédar Senghor (29:13)

Date:
1967
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An interview with Senegalese President Senghor who discusses his poetry, the environment his poems reflect, and his attitude toward the blending of African and Western culture. Selected readings of...

476. The Baby's First Weeks (29:03)

Date:
1959
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Discusses the first weeks and months of a baby's life. Explains how the relationship of the parents to the infant affects his future development. Points out various pitfalls parents should be aware...

477. The Chicago Picasso (50:37)

Date:
1967
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Traces the story of the "Chicago Picasso." Relates the artist's original conception of the Chicago sculpture, the people and processes involved in the fabrication, and finally the construction of t...

478. Washington, D.C.: Tour of the Capitol, Pt. I (24:03)

Date:
1968
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Shows a group of fifth and sixth graders touring Washington, D.C. Includes a visit to the Capitol building where they tour the Statuary Hall, the Rotunda, the House chamber within the Capitol build...

479. John Quincy Adams (17:50)

Date:
1951
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Characterizes the founder of America constitutional law. Reveals the significant experiences of Marshall's boyhood, and traces his political career. Presets court decisions through which Chief Just...

480. Position of trust (24:39)

Date:
1963
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Pictures a business man who is suddenly thrust into the role of hospital trustee, contrasting what he expected his role to be and what it actually is. Explains what a governing board is and what i...