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Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd. col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In this attractive episode, MAGNETISM, Bill shows all kinds of unexpected places where magnets can be found. In fact the Earth itself is a huge magnet! Find out how to make a compass and why opposites attract.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In the first program, Bill Nye demonstrates how to tell pseudoscience from science; in the second program, he presents a variety of experiments the viewer can perform at home on a variety of topics.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In THE PLANETS, Bill Nye gets up close and personal with each of the solar system's planets and moons. Bill goes planet gazing and takes a serious look at Jupiter's features, Earth's elliptical orbit, and the distances between planets.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2004
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Bill Nye, the Science Guy goes underwater to talk about ocean ecosystems and the importance of small organisms such as coral, kelp and plankton. Amazingly, these latter organisms are the food of huge whales, which gather them by straining thousands of tons of sea water through their mouths.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
c2005
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Did you know that most of the water on the planet is the same water that's been here since the Earth formed? In WATER CYCLE, Bill uses a whimsical model to demonstrate the phases of the water cycle: evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2009
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 25 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
What scientific principle is at work in every theme park ride the Imagineers create? It's energy. The Imagineers reveal the role energy plays in popular theme park attractions such as Epcot's Test Track and the Mad Tea Party. Students will learn that energy is the ability to do work and that energy is constantly being transferred from one thing to another. They will also identify the difference between potential and kinetic energy and be able to establish...
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
"In Pressure, Bill visits Hoover Dam to explore different types of pressure. In this powerful program, check out fire boats, fancy hydraulic lifts for cars, and a water jetski shop that uses pressusre to push water at three times the speed of sound to cut through wood, granite, and even titanium"--Container.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2010
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Bill Nye takes to the sky in a hot air balloon and goes scuba diving in the Seattle Aquarium to explain why objects like boats, helium, and balloons are buoyant.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2008,c1995
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The science guy presents information about the origins, composition, and appearances of comets, meteors and asteroids. Describes the physical characteristics of comets and meteors, illustrating their elliptical orbits around the sun. Explains how a comet's tail is formed and reveals how meterorites contain valuable information about outer space. Presents theories about comet collisions with Earth and visits Meteor Crater in Arizona to reveal the impact...
Publisher
Distributed by Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
c2009
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 25 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
"Newton's Three Laws of Motion are at work in virtually every Disney theme park ride and attraction. The Walt Disney Imagineers demonstrate how they use Newton's Three Laws to create some of the most exciting ride experiences possible. From the thrilling rockets of California Adventure's Golden Zephyr to the wild twists of California Screamin', students will learn to define acceleration, friction and motion. Best of all, they'll be able to see first-hand...
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd. col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In Blood & circulation, Bill Nye becomes a real heart-throb when he talks about the not-so-wimpy organ, the heart. Valves, blood cells and the circulatory system work together to pump it up...the heart, that is.
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2009
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 25 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Which attractive force propels the launch of Rock n' Roller coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios? Magnetism! The Walt Disney Imagineers demonstrate how they use magnets of all types throughout Disney's theme parks. From magnetic connectors that direct guests through attractions like the Seas with Nemo and Friends to playing back sound through audio speakers in Pirates of the Caribbean, Imagineers employ the forces of magnetism in a variety of ways....
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2008
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 25 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
What is the force that puts the thrill in thrill rides? Gravity, of course! One of the biggest challenges for Imagineers in designing theme park attractions, like Disney's Rockin' Roller Coaster, is figuring out the best way to work with-and sometimes against-gravity's constant 1G force. Students learn to define gravity and explain the relationship between gravity, mass, and distance. Best of all, they will be able to apply an understanding of forces...
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In INSECTS, Bill talks to special guest Queen Latifah, who's abuzz about her other favorite queens ... bees. The lab kids go exploring at an insectorium and go digging for insect fossils.
Series
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (23 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Bill Nye explores the science of renewable energy and demonstrates how to use science and technology to engineer a brighter tomorrow. Using his trademark blend of hands-on demos and humor, Bill explains Newton's First Law. Then, he's off to Renewable Energy Lab at UL to compare renewable and non-renewable energy sources like fossil fuels, solar, wind, and hydroelectricity. Includes bonus features.