In this episode of the Adventures of Zimmo, join Zimmo from the planet Zorlon, as he shares fun and interesting facts about trains, their history and use of all the railroad. Learn about locomotives, boxcars and cabooses. Visit a train station and ride the Rocky Mountains with Zimmo in a ski train, ride on the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad and cross the Devils Gate High Bridge. Visit an electric train station, see how electric trains are maintained and tour the control station. Just about everything we eat, use and wear is brought to us by trains, so ride along with Zimmo and enjoy the adventure. Collect all 5 exciting Adventures of Zimmo Trains Emergency Vehicles Trucks, Boats and Flying Machines!
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Adventures of Zimmo – Trucks
In this episode of the Adventures of Zimmo, join Zimmo from the planet Zorlon as he reveals the wonders of trucking. Visit a busy truck stop, eat with the truckers and travel down the highway in an 18 wheeler. Zimmo will help your child have a better understanding of how trucks make our world go round. From farmer – to processing plants – to stores. See how trucks are used for making roads, building, farming and transporting. Collect all 5 exciting Adventures of Zimmo Trains Emergency Vehicles Trucks, Boats and Flying Machines
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50 Great Years in American History
Climb aboard the Just The Facts time machine for a fun filled journey through American history. Along the way you will visit the many landmark years that contribute to forging the greatest nation on earth.
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Little Known Facts of American History
Little Known Facts of American History – You may know about the major events during America’s history, but the little known happenings are equally fascinating and possibly just as important. The first part of this production looks at important little known events such as: * When time zones and road maps first help organize American’s lives. * The origins of the Ferris wheel, tissue paper and the potato chip. * The founding of the YMCA * The first stagecoach drivers, phone operators and even Baseball umpires… and many more!
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America’s State Capitals
The interactive format of this DVD invites viewers to test their knowledge of our state capitals and makes watching (and learning!) fun for all ages.
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It’s About Time (2 Pack)
Just The Facts It’s About Time is a two-volume series that helps children understand how we measure time in our daily lives and how we measure historic time. The series explores concepts of time and chronology and explains in simple terms units of time measurement.
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The Executive Branch of Government
Understanding Government: The Executive Branch is a fascinating program that analyzes the powers of the President from a legal and historical point of view. Past presidents had differing opinions on executive power. Some held very conservative views on its scope of authority, while others held a more liberal stance on the powers granted the president and a few overstepped its bounds. This includes not only Richard Nixon, but also Franklin D. Roosevelt and even Abraham Lincoln. Noted educators and elected officials offer insight on this important facet of American political science.
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The Legislative Branch of Government
The Constitution of the United States established three distinct branches of Government – the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. Our founding fathers, in their wisdom, formed this division of government to establish the principle of separation of powers. This creates an internal system of checks and balances designed to protect citizens from capricious or tyrannical actions of government. Discover important insight about the inner workings of the combined houses, Congress, including how laws are made, the role and power of committees, the influence of special interest groups and lobbyists, and the checks and balances that exist between the two houses and political parties. Noted educators and elected officials share their insight o this very important facet of American political science.
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The Judicial Branch of Government
The Supreme Court’s responsibility is to interpret all laws and ensure that they do not conflict with the founding principles of the Constitution. Examine numerous landmark cases including Marbury v. Madison, McCulloch vs. Maryland, and Gibbons v. Ogden. The challenges faced by the Judicial Branch over the history of the United States are fascinating and crucial to complete understanding of the American political system. Noted educators and elected officials share their insight on this very important facet of American political science. The Just The Facts Learning Series explores The Judicial Branch in a fast-paced style that makes learning fun!
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The Election Process in America
The right to vote is the single most important right for American citizens, and yet, many Americans fail to exercise this valuable right. Many feel their vote doesn’t count, but this enlightening DVD points out why we should take the franchise, the right to vote, very seriously.This program explains the dynamics of the electoral college, electing government officials, concepts and terms like suffrage, franchisement, lobbyists and political action committees, it also explores ways to get more involved in the workings of government.