A/V Catalog Selections 400 - 600

AV 401 SEE AND BE SEEN - 20 Minutes - Ages 8-11

Suggestions for safe walking and high visibility.

AV 402 HUSH PUPPY'S BRIGHT IDEA - 30 Minutes - Ages 8-11

This film on nighttime pedestrian safety features Shari Lewis and her puppets, Lamb Chop and Hush Puppy. It is entertaining and educational. The film was part of Lutheran Brotherhood's Pedestrian Safety program but can be used separately.

AV 403 FRIENDLY FIREFLY - 20 Minutes - Ages 6-7

This movie on fire safety goes with the Friendly Firefly program developed by Lutheran Brotherhood. The program was presented to Lutheran Pioneer leaders at LTC's in the late 1970's. The film can be used without the rest of the materials.

AV 404 HOME-A POISONOUS PLACE - 20 Minutes - Ages 6-9

This film explains the dangers of poisoning around the home. It gives ideas and steps on how to prevent poisoning and what to do if poisoning occurs.

AV 405 WATCH OUT FOR THE OTHER GUY - 20 Minutes - Ages 6-Adult

Teaches bicycle and water safety. Recommended by National Safety Council. Kids present safety facts.

AV 406 THERMAL WILDERNESS - 29 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Deals with the problem of too much heat. Becoming overheated is a common problem when you are camping in summer. This video follows a group of hikers as they travel through both wooded and open country on a hot day. Each hiker shows signs of overheating as their body can't cool off fast enough. Some members of the hiking group take the correct precautions to allow their bodies to balance their body heat. Others in the group march on, convinced they can make it to the campsite quickly. As the video continues, the hikers who practice correct "heatcraft" catch up to the others who are now suffering from various stages of overheating.

AV 407 BY NATURE'S RULES - 27 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

This video deals with the hazard of hypothermia. Hypothermia is the dangerous and sometimes deadly reaction of the body to cold, wet weather. The film explains how the combination of a little wind, cool temperatures and a rainy, misty day can spell disaster for a group of campers. In this video you will follow a group of hikers as they do some mountain climbing. Each pushes the others on, until serious trouble begins. Finally the most experienced member of the group realizes what is happening and takes the correct safety measures.

AV 408 BICYCLES ARE BEAUTIFUL - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-Adult

This video on the history and safety of bicycles is narrated by Bill Cosby. It is very entertaining and educational. The video includes a safety test that will require the boys and girls to have pencil and paper.

AV 409 FIRE SAFETY FOR CHILDREN - 15 Minutes - Ages 6-7

This program was produced by the Milwaukee Fire Department for use with younger children. It uses puppets of the Sesame Street characters to teach fire safety lessons.

AV 410 PLAN TO GET OUT ALIVE - 15 Minutes - Ages 6-13

Another fire safety video that deals with exiting from a burning building safely. A very well done video presentation.

AV 411 TOMMY TRAUMA SERIES - Ages 6-9

Tommy Trauma - Skateboard - 10 Minutes

Tommy Trauma - Bicycle - 4 Minutes

Tommy Trauma - Chad's Scene - 10 Minutes

These programs are all excellent. They are safety oriented but do not teach first aid. The theme in all three programs is to "stay cool" when an accident happens and get adult help. The Skateboard Scene covers the need to remember where an accident happened so you can direct help. In this case, the girl must run to a gas station to get help. In the Bicycle Scene, the boy must return to school to find his teacher for help. In Chad's Scene, a boy returns home from school to find his mother has fallen down the stairs. He uses the telephone to call for help and must run to the front door to check his house number. All three programs position police and fire department personnel as great helpers in time of need. These programs have been evaluated by leaders and given a hearty endorsement.

AV 413 BICYCLE SAFETY CAMP - 25 Minutes - Ages 6-13

Five young people enrolled in a safety camp. Deals with types of bicycles, proper clothing to wear, cycling rules. Excellent information. Enjoyable use of rapping and singing.

AV 414 HOME ALONE - 30 Minutes - Ages 8-13

Deals with children who are left alone. How to handle various situations safely and carefully. Good information. Malcolm Jamal Warner from Cosby Show hosts. Children can learn how to handle a lot of situations they will find themselves in if left to take care of themselves.

AV 416 CARTOON ALL STARS TO THE RESCUE - 30 Min. - Ages 6-13

Excellent video to educate kids about the dangers of alcohol and other drugs. Uses popular cartoon characters to tell the message.

AV 418 TIGER, TIGER BURNING BRIGHT - 14 Minutes - Ages 6-11

This video deals with the characteristics of fire, the dangers it poses, burns and their treatment and safety. The program is somewhat dated but has good information and is very colorful. You may want to mention the use of 911 in emergencies.

AV 419 FIRE ECOLOGY - 13 Minutes - Ages 6-9

This program can be used in conjunction with your study of fire building. The program demonstrates how, at times, forest fires are ecologically desirable. However, the destruction and the danger present in a forest fire are also pointed out. The concept of "controlled burning" is discussed with before and after photos showing its benefits.

AV 421 KID SAFE VIDEO - 30 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

Teaches kids about safety in the home. Topics include how and when to call 911, emergency first aid, fire safety and prevention and how to handle strangers at their door.

AV 422 YOUR FIRST GUN - 50 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

An excursion through the world of recreational shooting. Young Jimmy is taught the basics of safe and accurate shooting, after which he meets up with Olympic shooting coach Frank Briggs who fine-tunes his skills and introduces him to the fun of airgun sport. Jimmy's parents learn important facts before he is allowed to get his first gun. Excellent information - A must to see before a child receives a gun. Would be a good video to show to parents and kids together.

AV 423 DON'S FIRE SURVIVAL - 12 Minutes - Ages 6-9

This video stars Donald Duck and his nephews. It stresses need for a home escape plan in case of fire and demonstrates a good example.

AV 424 911 NOT FOR FUN - 6 Minutes - Ages 6-9

In this video an older boy finds his younger brother playing with the 911 emergency number. He and the other members of his rock band put together a song that helps spread the message that 911 is not for fooling around.

AV 425 MAJOR ACTION - DIAL 911 - 12 Minutes - Ages 6-9

Through this video children learn the proper use of the 911 emergency number system.

40 Minutes - Ages 10-16

AAL video on what to expect of children from birth to one year. Covers growth and safety aspects. Good to use with Baby-sitting Clinic.

AV 427 PARENTING TODAY-SMALL STEPS, GIANT LEAPS (12 months to 3 years) - 40 Minutes - Ages 11-16

AAL video. Growth and behavior patterns of children 1 to 3. Safety proofing your home and handling safety matters with this age. Good to use with a Baby-sitting Clinic.

AV 428 PARENTING TODAY-TODAY'S STEPS, TOMORROW'S PATH, (THE PRESCHOOLER: 3-5 YEARS) - 40 Minutes - Ages 11-16

AAL video. Covers children getting along with others, develop responsibility and self control. Covers how to decide which rules are important and which are not. Learn about parenting styles that guide behavior and express love at the same time. Use as background material for baby-sitting.

AV 429 PARENTING TODAY-THE MIDDLE CHILDHOOD YEARS (6-10) - 40 Minutes - Ages 11-16

AAL video. This entertaining video helps you learn ways to teach children about relationships, respect and responsibility. Gives practical advice from some of the nation's leading child care experts.

AV 430 FARM SAFETY, FAMILY STYLE - 14 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

Features candid discussion with farm families about safety concerns on the farm. Reviews basic safety rules and shows how these families have incorporated them into their daily lives.

AV 431 FARM SAFETY, A SECOND CHANCE - 15 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

Families who have suffered farm accidents and how their lives have changed and what they have decided to do so that this never happens to their family again.

AV 501 WILDFLOWERS - 25 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

"Show and Tell" on various wildflowers.

AV 502 COKA, THE COUGAR - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-Adult

Old man of the Woods Series. This heart warming video shows the unusual union of a baby cougar and a young fox as they grow up.

AV 503 THUNDER, THE BLACK WOLF - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-Adult

Old man of the Woods Series. Watch first hand and up close the every day life of a black timber wolf called "Thunder."

AV 504 BACKYARD AMERICA - 30 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Provides a collection of home pickling and canning recipes from Ball Home Canning Products and Heinz Vinegar.

AV 505 WILD IN THE CITY - 30 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Video filled with easy ways to create fragrant, colorful wildlife habitats so songbirds, humming birds, butterflies and others can find refuge. Booklet included with an assortment of building plans for houses and feeding stations. Can be used for nature requirements and also gardening/horticulture.

AV 506 BIRD WATCHING - 30 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

Over two years in the making, this program condenses many tips and techniques into a concise, entertaining video that will delight children and adults. This program will heighten your enjoyment of spotting and watching America's beautiful, wild creatures!

AV 507 SKYWATCHING - 45 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

Skywatching is a beautiful, visual depiction of the daytime sky, filled with facts and folklore on the sky, sun, clouds, weather and weather hazards. Combines research done with the National Weather Service and numerous historical, literary and mythological references.

AV 508 EXPLORING WEATHER AND CLIMATE - 20 Min. - Ages 8-13

This program introduces the boys and girls to the seasons of the year and their characteristics.

AV 512 THE UN-ENDANGERED SPECIES - 20 Min. - Ages 10-Adult

This program shows how various species have grown in size due to effective wildlife management.

AV 513 WILDLIFE FOR TOMORROW - 20 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Information on techniques used by wildlife managers to control and improve species so they will be there for tomorrow's children.

AV 515 WHITETAIL DEER - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

An introduction to a deer's life starting with the birth of triplets then showing the mother educating her young on the basics of deer life.

AV 516 SLY THE ORPHAN FOX GROWS UP - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

Sly, a baby fox is orphaned. Learn how he survives in the big forest and his adventures-    with the other animals in the forest. Learn why we have the term "sly as a fox".

AV 517 THE BALD EAGLE - FLYING HIGH - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

Study of the bald eagles in the Apostles Island in Lake Superior. The video examines the eagle from egg to adult. Researchers try to unravel the problem on Apostles as to why the eagle isn't surviving and how the environment has affected this. Beautiful scenery - good messages on protecting the environment.

AV 518 BLACK BEARS - THE FIRST YEAR - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

Field Research in Winter of a bear's den. Story of female bear and her five cubs. The mother is tranquilized and each cub is weighed and measured. Shows the placing of a radio collar on the mother. She is also weighed and measured. Her age is determined. Details are given why research is necessary to the survival of the animal. Explanation of hibernation is given. We find the mom and cubs again in the spring. Food is covered and the importance of an areas ability to sustain life of certain species of animals.

AV 519 BLACK BEARS - MOVING TO ADULTHOOD - 30 Min. - Ages 6-11

A continuing story of researchers finding a mother and her five cubs. The first year cubs are shown playing and eating. You learn about the black bear as you watch them where they live, swim and eat. You learn a lot about living in harmony with the wild ones. Good message about respecting a wild animal and safety hints should you encounter a wild animal. Importance of food at camp sites is covered and why bears will enter a camp area and how to avoid this.

AV 520 THE COMMON LOON - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

Learn about the common loon, rare footage of this magnificent bird. Their nest and habits are well covered. Scenes and the call of the loon fill the air.

AV 521 A FAWN GROWS UP IN THE FOREST - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

You will be enchanted by the first few moments of a fawns life as he stumbles on his new found legs. His journey growing up shows the other animals who live in the forest. Beautiful scenes in the woods and some wildflowers to identify. Scenes of nature started fire and how the animals react.

AV 522 DESTRUCTIVE DAVID - 15 Minutes - Ages 6-9

Nature study on a very basic level. The story tells of a little boy who learns a greater appreciation of God's creation.

AV 524 HERE TODAY...HERE TOMORROW - 15 Minutes - Ages 6-13

Where will we be in 50, 60 or 70 years if we keep filling our landfills to overflowing? A young girl and her grandfather discuss what life was like back in the 90's. She is amazed by the amount of things that used to be thrown away. How to help the environment is covered. Part of the AAL Waste Wise program -additional back-up materials are available through the branch in your congregation.

AV 528 THE TIMBER WOLF - 17 Minutes - Ages 8-13

The history of this animal in the upper Midwest, the myths associated with it, its influence on deer and other prey species, value to the total food chain, physical features and the reasons it is such a controversial animal are discussed.

AV 532 THE WHITE-TAILED DEER - 14 Minutes - Ages 8-13

This program traces the historical background, special features, deer- predator relationships and aging factors of the deer. The deer's special feet, stomach and other features are discussed.

AV 533 BIRDS OF PREY (Midwest) - 14 Minutes - Ages 8-13

The special adaptations of eagles, owls and hawks that permit them to capture and eat live prey are discussed. Hawk families and common owls are pictured and identifying features are notes.

AV 534 WILDLIFE SIGNS - 11 Minutes - Ages 8-13

This excellent program prepares your boys and girls for adventures in the outdoors by pointing out the clues left by wildlife and how to interpret them.

AV 536 WEATHER & CLIMATE (4 Parts) - 15- Minutes each - Ages 8-13

This is a set of four Weather & Climate programs available for your boys and girls with a pet project related to weather. These are new programs.

AV 540 YAKETY YAK TAKE IT BACK - 45 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

Video produced by The Take It Back Foundation, a group created to help people take better care f the earth. Popular stars take you on a musical tour through recycling; its benefits; how to reduce your waste; reuse it; buy recycled products and how to start a recycling program. Catchy song and good information.

AV 541 VICTORY THE BEAR - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-11

First of the Old Man in the Woods Series. Heart warming story of an old man who lives deep in the woods and his encounter with nature and wild animals. He has lived there so long they have come to accept him as one of their own. Good nature shots, variety of birds and wildflowers are identified. Shows frogs and polliwogs developing, wild turkeys, loons, fish, bobcats, and beavers building a dam. Good video and entertaining.

AV 601 CREATIVE CAKES - 30 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Great ideas to decorate cakes that kids will love. Easy instruction and recipes that the kids can use. Fun and would help teach basic decorating.

AV 602 COUNTRY CRAFTS - 45 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Excellent craft demonstration includes good explanations on how to make a country heart wreath, country dyed rug, band boxes, country cat wall hanging, woven basket and a French country cat.

AV 603 NEAT STUFF TO MAKE FOR KIDS - 45 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Carol Duvall shows us how to make a full-size playhouse, puppet theater, huggable teddy bear and clowns. Full group projects.

AV 604 HOLIDAY CRAFTS - 45 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Carol Duvall covers fun holiday crafts. Items include Push n Poke Tree Ornaments, Candle Ring and Wreath; Holiday Wreaths for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas; Easter Crafts include a basket, napkin ring and decorated eggs; Valentine magnets; and a Holiday Bear. Fun and inexpensive items to make.

AV 605 GREAT GIFTS - 45 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Carol Duvall shows how to make felt flower napkin rings; picture frames; teddy bear mobile; super tote bag; everything book and puppy love figure. Fun and easy crafts for kids to make as gifts that are inexpensive.

AV 606 BEGINNING SEWING COMBO - 60 Minutes Each - Ages 8-Adult

If you want to sew, but don't know where to begin, Nancy Zieman starts from square one, and helps you choose fabric, a pattern and notions. Also detailed are techniques on pattern layout, cutting, marking and construction.

In Part Two Nancy Zieman teaches kids how creative and fun sewing can really be. Nancy gives projects and teaching guidelines that youth groups will find fun and easy.

AV 607 TELEPHONE TIPS FOR KIDS - 21 Minutes - Ages 6-13

This video by the Telephone Doctor shows children the correct way to answer the phone and take a message. Good telephone manners are stressed.

AV 608 THE EVERYTHING BOAT (Noah's Ark) - Ages 6-7

This program tells the story of Noah's Ark. This could be used as a special activity at a meeting and used in conjunction with an activity packet that is available from Lutheran Brotherhood through your branch facilitator.

AV 609 KIDS SING PRAISE - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-Adult

Enjoyable listening and could teach children new songs. Fun to watch - 16 songs covered.

AV 610 LP NATIONAL BIKE TRIP - 30 Minutes - Ages 12-Adult

LP bike trip to Baraboo, WI, from National Headquarters. A good introduction into what a trip is like. The trip is 325 miles and takes one week. Any group planning their own trip or having boys who would like to attend a National trip would find this interesting.

AV 611 LP NATIONAL CAMP - 30 Minutes - Ages 9-Adult

A video showing the activities at a recent Lutheran Pioneer National Camp.

AV 612 DUNCAN YO-YO - 40 Minutes - Ages 6-Adult

Once you have made the yo-yo's sold by Lutheran Pioneers as a project, you will want to watch this video that shows how to do many of the tricks you see the professionals do. The tricks are done at regular speed and in slow motion.

AV 617 KIDS IN THE KITCHEN -WONDERS OF MICROWAVING - 60 Minutes - Ages 10-13

Kids are taken on a tour to learn how to use a microwave -how it cooks; get familiar with general guidelines to follow when using a microwave; steps on preparing foods from the basic food groups; containers and wraps to use when cooking. Excellent coverage on the problems of overcooking. Produced for 4H by the University of Nebraska. Very well presented and good for 3 - 6 grade age level.

AV 618 MODEL ROCKETRY - 15 Minutes - Ages 8-Adult

A program that explains the basics of rocket flight. Many launch demonstrations are shown.

AV 619 KIDS IN THE KITCHEN - 50 Minutes - Ages 10-13

A lively and entertaining video showing kids making new and old favorites that kids can prepare for themselves, family and friends. Cookbook provided. Covers measuring, using different appliances, safety and some nutrition. Shows both boys and girls. Very little adult talking, the kids teach each other. Very Good.

AV 620 DOG CARE - 51 Minutes - Ages 10-13

Learn how to be a better friend to your dog. Dr. Michael Fox shares his secrets to owning a healthy, happy and loving dog. Topics include selecting, feeding, training, grooming and understanding your dog, preventative health care, recognizing signs of illness, medical emergencies and caring for an older dog.

AV 621 CAT CARE - 43 Minutes - Ages 10-13

An entertaining and informative guide to raising and understanding your cat. Topics include adoption, body language, grooming, illness and a look at how a cat uses its "9 lives" to heal itself. You will learn about the habits of cats and how to introduce your cat to other pets and caring for an older cat.

60 Minutes - Ages 8-13

The fun and satisfaction of creating real musical instruments from inexpensive, easy-to-find household items. Learn to make the yardstick mouthbow, oatmeal box conga drums, oatmeal box and bleach bottle banjos and bottle cap castanets, tin can maracas, washtub bass and more. Learn to play all of the above plus spoons and washboard. Kids will enjoy this one.

AV 623 LET'S LEARN ABOUT MANNERS - 30 Minutes - Ages 6-8

Teaches children the basic manners in school and social situations while building a positive sense of self esteem.

AV 624 SHOP SMART, EAT SMART - 30 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

American Medical Association guide to healthy eating. Practical information on healthy eating, menu preparation and food purchases. Good information suitable for older girls and boys. Information as to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

AV 625 BALANCING YOUR ACT - 15 Minutes

Michael Jordan and Jackie Joyner-Kersee relay nutrition and how it affects our fitness. Fun and entertaining with solid information.

AV 626 WHEN I GROW UP - 60 Minutes

Encourages students to stay in school and reach for their dreams. Professionals from 33 fields of business explain their jobs and education needed to succeed. Can be shown in segments.

AV 627 BECOMING AWARE - 18 Minutes

Deals with menstruation in a caring way. Put out by Kotex. Before showing, you will need to order material to use with the video and a supply of Kotex products for each girl at a cost of $3.00 per girl. Recommended you preview and include mothers when showing.

AV 628 GINGERBREAD LAND - 18 Minutes

Watch as the Gingerbread Lady builds gingerbread houses and children assemble and decorate their creations. Fun and exciting craft to introduce children to.

AV 629 LET'S DRAW - 35 Minutes

Learning to draw has never been more fun. Unique guide shows young artists how to find their best way to draw using basic principles and familiar shapes and figures. Each picture is drawn on the screen in a series of easy-to-follow steps. Children are encouraged to try the pictures themselves while the VCR is on "pause".

AV 630 INTRODUCTION TO PUPPET MAKING - 30 Minutes

Follow along and learn the wonderful art of puppet making with puppeteer Jim Gamble. Using common household items, Gamble shows how to make an imaginative array of finger, book and rod puppets. He also demonstrates how to create an elaborate marionette puppet.

AV 631 BASIC PUPPY TRAINING - 30 Minutes

Careful selection, understanding and training will ensure that you enjoy your pet. Tape outlines procedures for selecting the right puppy, creating the right environment for the young puppy and instilling good manners. Techniques for teaching young puppies preliminary obedience, including sit, down, come and stay.

AV 632 FOR GIRLS ONLY -

Good grooming tips, skin and hair care for young women.

AV 633 NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY (Rough It) - 25 Min.-Ages 12-Adult

Equipment necessary. Pluses and minuses of various types of cameras and how to choose the right camera for the type of pictures you wish to take. Proper use of light meter covered and the use of tripod covered. Slow moving - good information for leaders and older youth.

AV 634 NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY (Kodak) - 30 Min.-Ages 12-Adult

Photographic field trip of nature. Not appropriate for Pioneer use - perhaps too advanced. Good nature pictures. Good pointers for leader information.

AV 635 INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY - 30 Min.-Ages 12-Adult

First in a series on photography using a 35mm camera. Covers framing and focusing; sharp image; exposure control; meters; uses of different lenses; tripod; film types; shutter speeds; depth of field. Good information - not for beginners. Use of expensive equipment is shown. Produced by Kodak.

AV 636 BASIC PICTURE TAKING - 20 Minutes - Ages 10-Adult

Discusses basic use of a simple camera.

AV 637 ACTION PHOTOGRAPHY (Kodak) - 35 Minutes - Ages 12-Adult

Action shots using 35mm camera with changeable lenses and fast speed film. Good information, but person viewing must be familiar with sophisticated camera.

AV 638 PHOTOGRAPHING PEOPLE - 30 Minutes - Ages 12-Adult

Using a 35mm camera the techniques of and fun of photographing people. Good information, but person viewing must be familiar with the use of 35mm camera. Produced by Kodak.

AV 639 FIT FOR FUN - 15 Minutes - All ages

Helps kids and adults understand the importance of physical activity. Follow the adventures of two fun-loving kids as they learn that physical activity takes many forms and that when it comes to physical activity, something is better than nothing.

AV 640 DAYBREAK - 17 Minutes - All ages