Broken Child: Case Studies of Child Abuse VIDEO
Every year in the U.S., approximately one in 25 children is reported as a victim of prenatal substance abuse, criminal neglect, or physical or emotional violence, and child-protection agencies are being overwhelmed by the crisis. Filmed on location in Baltimore, Atlanta, Houston, and Seattle, this cautionary program narrated by Susan Sarandon examines the cycle of child abuse. Case studies include children with developmental difficulties caused by maternal drug addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder brought on by scenes of extreme violence in the home, and life-threatening injuries from beatings. An HBO production. (61 minutes, color)

Bullies VIDEO
In the U.S., an estimated 1.6 million students in grades six through ten are bullied one or more times per week. As many as 150,000 victims cut classes each day just to avoid it, and every now and then a student like Evan Ramsey takes matters into his own hands. Convicted at 16 of killing his principal and another student, Evan will not qualify for parole until he is 85 years old. In this program, Dr. James Shaw, a former teacher and author of Jack and Jill: Why They Kill, explains how to confront and counter bullying in the nation's schools. Candid interviews with bullied students including Ramsey as well as with two reformed bullies—one male, one female—provide a balanced peer perspective on school violence. Some students also share their successes as part of anti-bullying and peer mediation programs in their schools.
One 18-minute video and teacher's guide. © 2002.

Calming the Baby VIDEO
In this video, you will see helpful techniques for calming yourself and a fussy baby, as well as avoiding shaken baby syndrome.
One 10-minute video. © 2003.

Domestic Violence and Children VIDEO
Severely wounded, their mother kept crying out, "Please don't kill me! Please don't kill me!" What effects do the sights and sounds of domestic violence have on the malleable minds of children? In this program, ABC News anchor Hugh Downs seeks to answer that question through interviews with Betsy McAlister-Groves, director of the Child Witness to Violence Project at Boston Medical Center, and some of the deeply scarred children who have seen and heard far too much. (14 minutes, color)

Emotional Development of Children VIDEO
Parents and caregivers not only need to nurture the physical and intellectual development of young children, but their emotional development as well. Each stage of emotional development provides children with opportunities to explore new feelings as they grow. This timeless program focuses on the importance of emotional education during the various stages of childhood development and explains how caregivers and parents can monitor this vital growth. A Meridian Production. (18 minutes, color)

Eternal Scars: Physical and Emotional Child Abuse VIDEO
Sarcastic and rude statements to children can leave as deep a wound as a cigarette burn or welts from a belt. This important program looks at both physical and emotional child abuse, and the lifetime effects they may have on children. We touch on what you can do if you recognize abuse of someone you know. A Meridian Production.
One 23-minute video.

Helping Them Flourish VIDEO
Helping children to grow and bloom properly also means taking into account their biological rhythms. This program seeks out holistic approaches to education that more scientifically organize the school day and strike a better balance between intellectual and physical development. Educators, psychologists, a geneticist, a philosopher, and others consider topics such as the times of day when students are most ready to learn and the role of play in the developing child. They also question the effectiveness of lectures and take a penetrating look at the video game phenomenon. Not available in French-speaking Canada. (53 minutes, color)

Kids.calm: Childhood Stress VIDEO
Is childhood really the carefree and happy-go-lucky picture that some adults paint? Not always! In this program, we see that children do have stress in their lives, but not the wisdom or experience to know how to handle it. Eye-catching graphics and stories from the kids themselves will keep your classes watching to see fun and creative ways to handle stress in productive ways. And...a tag at the end of the program will provide useful skills for all adults who work with children. A positive, proactive way to help kids have childhoods filled with warm, positive memories instead of stomach aches, nail-biting, and too many tears. A Meridian Production. One 15-minute video.

Love and Stability VIDEO
This video shows parents or prospective parents not only the value of love and stability in nurturing children, but also down-to-earth ways to achieve these conditions through responsiveness, routine, and positive interaction.
One 10-minute video and teacher's guide. © 2003

Observing Children VIDEO
Examines the importance of observing children to make sure they are developing properly both physically and emotionally. Children also reveal information about their developmental level and readiness to learn as they react with their environment. Record keeping and charting observations are explored. (11 min.) A Meridian Production

Raising Non-Violent Children in Violent Times VIDEO
Why is violent behavior among adolescents on the rise, and what can be done to turn them away from violence? This frank and timely program examines the reasons why violence takes hold and offers concrete parenting skills that can be used to counteract such behavior early in a child's life. Experts in the field of child psychology identify risk factors, while teenagers candidly discuss the role that violence plays in their lives. A Meridian Production. (18 minutes, color)

Sibling Preparation VIDEO
A new baby in the house can produce mixed reactions from older siblings. This program explores the emotions children of various ages may experience with an addition to the family and how parents can help them adjust.
One 17-minute video. © 2003.

Social and Emotional Development VIDEO
Middle childhood, from ages 6-12, is a time of significant growth and development. This video discusses the development of a sense of self and the social/emotional development of children. The video is an excellent tool for caregivers. Not available for preview.
One 29-minute video. © 2000.

Social Development in Children VIDEO
Humans are social beings and while we sometimes prefer to be alone, most times we are required to interact and get along with one another. This video charts the development of social skills in children during the first few weeks of life, through the beginning of school. It explains the different stages of social development, as well as how to give encouragement for positive social growth. (16 min.) A Meridian Production.