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Environment dvd
Ref: 1152
Two films in one dvd: Pl@net.com - seven case studies from around the world. The message is "Think Global, Act Local" and includes advice on how they can make a difference to the environment and live a more sustainable lifestyle (7x20 mins 1999) Once upon a Planet - Jon Snow narrates these thought-provoking programmes on Third World Debt; International trade with poorer countries; global warming; UK's first environment city; Biodiversity. Viewers are made aware of everyone's responsibility towards achieving a global model based on the ideal of sustainable consumption (5x20 mins 2002)
Age 11-16 years
Best Selling Resource
Price: £50.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Addiction and the Human Brain dvd
Ref: 1195
All addictive substances, from caffeine to heroin, have a significant effect on the brain and how it works. To appreciate the impact of drugs on neural function, this film explains and clearly illustrates the role of chemicals and how this is still developing in the teenage brain.
Excellent resource guide includes student activities and factsheets to help with lesson preparation.
25 mins 2006
UK only
Age 14 years +
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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JUST TOBACCO? YOU'RE KIDDING! dvd
Ref: 716
This programme discusses common substances added to cigarettes and talks about why tobacco companies are keen to include them.
Buy this and Not Fatal Butt.. ONLY £25
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Price: £14.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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NOT FATAL BUTT... dvd
Ref: 718
Especially aimed at young smokers who may feel that health problems are years away, the tests shown on this programme bring home the dangers of smoking for everyone.
Buy this and "Just Tobacco?" together for ONLY £25 (see above)
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Price: £14.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Uppers and Downers dvd
Ref: 1196
Young people describe their experiences of using stimulants and depressants over several years. Interlaced with facts about the impact on your health, the film combines insightful interviews with relevant knowledge to give viewers a powerful overview of the impact of this type of drug use.
16 mins 2006
UK only
Age 13 years +
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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A-Z of Drugs / Quit DVD
Ref: 0972D
A-Z of Drugs is a fast-flowing and zappy way to present straightforward information about drugs. Includes interviews with young people discussing their experiences. Effective and accessible format. 3 x 25 mins
Quit presents 5 short films with maximum impact that really make viewers think twice about smoking. 5 x 5 mins
Best Selling Resource
Price: £30.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Ten Reasons to get and stay in Shape dvd
Ref: 1266
This informative and entertaining DVD looks at the wide-ranging benefits of physical activity and regular exercise for young people in maintaining good health and staying in shape. It examines ten of the primary reasons why exercise is important, from the Psychological benefits of exercise to the physical i.e. benefits to the heart, lungs, muscles and bones and in its role in preventing obesity.
20 mins 2001
Includes detailed teacher's guide with fitness vocabulary fact sheet
Price: £29.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Viruses: The Deadly Enemy dvd
Ref: 1277
Beginning with a brief history of the discovery of viruses and viral epidemics this DVD covers the basics about diseases, the immune system, evolution and genetics.
1997 24 mins
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Genetics: Mendel's Law dvd
Ref: 1275
The concepts of Mendelian genetics are clearly explained in this DVD together with the mechanisms of inheritance. Inspired by Mendel's research into the reproduction of the pea, there are explanations of the concepts of self-pollination and cross-pollination, mono-hybrid cross (including dominant and recessive alleles and homozygous and heterozygous alleles) and di-hybrid cross. The use of a Punnett Square demonstrates all the possible (theoretical) combinations of dominant and recessive alleles.
Accompanying notes
2004 15 mins
Price: £29.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Homeostasis: Body in Balance dvd
Ref: 294
Looks at homeostasis with sophisticated computer graphics. The teachers' resource book contains student activities with photocopiable worksheets.
Available in UK and Eire only.
26 mins 1999
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Rising Threat of Infectious Diseases dvd
Ref: 0295
This fascinating film looks at manis discovery of the links between infectious diseases and micro-organism; penicillin and antibiotics; the rapid evolution of antibiotic-resistant bacteria; viruses, viral diseases and successful use of vaccines and the emergence of new viral diseases e.g. HIV and ebola.
25 mins
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Stem Cells - The Promise dvd
Ref: 1238
Originally shown as part of Channel 4's "Equinox" series these two documentaries evoked a huge response as they highlighted the implications of stem cell research for humanity as a whole. An end to cancer and other degenerative diseases would change society and the world as we know it. A fantastic stimulus for discussion about the ethics of whether the West should continue funding this research whilst the Third World face a world of drought, famine, disease and despair.
2002 2 x 50 mins
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Price: £13.61(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Systems of the Human body: Digestion dvd
Ref: 1280
3D animated sequences and live action video illustrate the human body's digestive system from ingestion, through digestion and absorption, to elimination.
Accompanying notes and photocopiable sheets on the DVD
2007 17 mins
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Systems of the Human Body: Muscles and Bones dvd
Ref: 1281
Exciting 3D animation and live action video illustrate the human body's muscular-skeletal system and look at how our 206 bones and 70,000 muscles work together with our ligaments, tendons and joints.
Accompanying notes and photocopiable sheets on the DVD
2008 20 mins
Price: £35.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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New Living Body TOTAL SERIES
Ref: 1256
A valuable resource for the study of human anatomy and physiology, containing a comprehensive guide to the workings of the human body. The DVD also includes advances in medicine which have enabled us to understand the human body better. This excellent DVD contains 10 programmes each 20 minutes in duration.
1995 10 x 20 mins Total 3hrs 20 mins
Price: £49.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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New Living Body Series: Bones & Joints
Ref: 1253
The subject of bones and joints is explored in this programme with Dr. Lyle Micheli who runs the world's leading orthopaedic clinic, where the most common types of sports injuries, such as acute impact damage suffered by young athletes are treated. Both function and structure of the knee is clearly illustrated and we follow the procedure from diagnosis to treatment of injuries suffered by the Harvard University football team.
1995 20 mins
Price: £14.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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New Living Body Series: Muscles
Ref: 1254
The diverse nature of muscle tissue is examined in this programme. From its gross structure to its detailed microstructure where the harnessing of chemical energy produces movement. Muscle forms the basis of a person's body shape, and ways are explored in which body shape can be changed by the activities the body perform.
1995 20 mins
Price: £14.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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New Living Body Series: The Brain
Ref: 1251
This film provides a complete introduction to the brain including structure and function; localisation of brain activity and motor and sensory neurons. Using combinations of computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and 3D graphics the programme shows why the brain is so important and explores what is known about how it works. Ideal for GCSE and AS level.
1995 20 mins
Price: £14.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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MITOSIS AND MEIOSIS CD-ROM an interactive approach V3
Ref: 1060
Buy this resource NOW at this great discounted price while stocks last (normally £69.95). A best selling resource that now includes a site licence and is VLE compatible. Excellent value for money and highly acclaimed.
These processes are illustrated by clear and attractive animations which are narrated throughout. Many of the images from the animations can be printed. A useful section is the detailed comparison of the two forms of cell division.
"We think it is brilliant. The diagrams are so clear, kept deliberately simple yet all the detail we need for our AS/A2 students. It is the best resource we have seen for the teaching of these topics!"Marlene Griffin, Head of Biology, Hitchin Girls' School
"Superb science program" TEEM review 2004
Click here for full review
Best Selling Resource
Price: £59.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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MITOSIS AND MEIOSIS CD-ROM Version 3 upgrade
Ref: 1060z
An upgrade for existing users of version 3 allowing use on more than one computer or across a network.
Price: £20.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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MITOSIS AND MEIOSIS CD-ROM Version 2 upgrade
Ref: 1060y
For existing users - upgrade to version 3 with site licence.
Price: £40.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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DNA Master Molecule of Life dvd
Ref: 936
Colourful animation and microphotography are used to explain the way in which DNA acts as the cell's master molecule. Students discover how DNA stores the cell's instructions in the unique biological language called the genetic code and how DNA copies itself before cells divide.
15 mins 11-16 years 2001
Price: £49.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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The Living Cell dvd
Ref: 937
This programme uses live action video and computer animation to explore the structure and function of the living cell. The way in which cells become specialised into tissues and organs is also presented in this carefully designed and useful programme.
15 mins 11-16 years 2001
Price: £49.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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