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'value offilmsin programing::: -are_ attractive to _children, -they _-_-illnitinate,the familiar ,;and i suggest new areas_ of interest to .explore,- and theyc:an_.ttoii-cw -,backgroundand open new -vistas : for the 41-71i*.a11.4-401411,40t.af40-0-111.-This -t-lti-P5.1-0cliti-On.,of the liStifig, -presentS-selections for-US!:in _- - ---,.. . _-prfOgraMS--With-_-Children- frObs- gtadeS- three through _Sit,- with -information _ -,-,- -.- -- - .on- xi-inning,time,_-Prcidlider, :01S4i:biltCr 0'price, Whether itS-- black-and-white or -color,: and the :content. N bibliography of aids : forlibrary:use,a-_list of sources for- the selection of films, and a-cliktor--ofdistributors for purchase andrentalare riialtidEd: ._(SH)- ,=;-:±.

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-Association,, -.Children'=s ii_retsafedfor-, the_ 404-0.:siiring.,mee ting supplement goteber-,of 1969.; The Secend7Edi#on;fae,put,,OLt: A* et supplement This la'a-Third -Edition prepared for tke!:',90-tobet, _1972 : :confe*io eL . _ . The, Pirst..=_C omitted-wh-ich-iiiirked-ion,the:131.bliOeraphy, :triic4gh tmedi6ciii Publia- _Libraryj ;Madison._ Public__Library;Miss ;ElizabethBurr;,izetst. of In= struction, 5lirisioli-'tor-LibrarY,E_SerViCesr:Mrii. Mary"Carr, -Children!,6 Cootierati:ve_,Beek-CCenter;1,1r7a.,:ge:ttrUdeltermari.- Ailet.% Prof , eie'iMaky Me iliberg tibrarki-IMre., Slithbeth --'1116Coi- ChIldrenql -Treattent:Cen'teri, Williams -10.9----4biaryi.:te-airei-te!iii 1,Oulae.--,vialkare, Dwight Foster- PfibliC, library*. consultant Miss :',MAW , $ Milwatikea and' .Miss Jarie -Yowoi,er :156/#* of Instruct-fen; :14.1#1ty,-Serjiices The ',Seeend iihieh- *ea -aptOinted in. 497' and presented' their- -siiiipleriletita.t :Spring; Mee-tit* 19,72 e- -c2 :their- -cnakertieni_,Mro.- Witieeitin._,'Ne Public :-Librark;, Mre -Circa -DeJardini ,APtlitori :Mrs:- _Marilyn Hazard,, Manitowoc P1011.C,; Library; Jean- Kline, Menasha: Public= -libraryi_ Patricia :-Leviniette,, dent= -dinatot of 'Children's =Serifidea, -Broivn-_,COUnty-_pUblic- Librarkl -Mist; .Mary Head; Children's" Seriicesi, ehkoeh Public -Schroeder, Director -Media denten:SerlilaeS, Oshkosh Area__PUblit' Schools; _Me. Rosalie Shier-, _Brown -CoUnty library; 'Miss Kay viahlgren, Mead Pub- lic Library, Sheboygan.

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Children's iibtariank,are=indreaSinglY-r-aWare-,of- the value -of films in programming. °_Today'a,,children- -are_ vis- ually minded..The,eibtiOn.PictUrekls- a fardiliariadiUk atipicting_the,reader'_and:1 fie-,riori=reader t the,library.. For the =61111(1WhO.,,alreadY.:-ehjeYabaitikei- fill*inater the-familiar'and diggedt.rieW4reaaarintaradb-OpI0e.- -0tilturealY,,di444*fitatadj tilma7.-ProVide back=.- grOund.-.andoPen. neW=yiStas. -The -T-10T,aTY-iSill-hk;43TOgram-ahon14.:rise- taboVe 'the leVel :of. :ft-06;410:th ,shOuldf,offer: t,chlidr4:ivaedthetid' experience.:' aain..SeleatingbookdYi: 6 the,.-Chi4i bliigaride:- anit'taStei'ilitherritidi-te- and= orig- inality;. rlarignageo:,and-,:appeiiI to the age_and;-- intaradta,CfrtheLaudianda.- 'Storied' translated- frOM.-bOdk to filmshould. "be :faithfUlta the SPirit_v=ef. the There'iS,no narration, coy, &iced humor in a tri, addition; th -filth -Must= be Judged' as-,an _art forM; and-- meet the -criteriar,Of -technical 'elcceliefide, underdtandable'dotind4-.-good, Print :ecuality; 'and -ciesive- iihotograpt*i the ..following- -films=- were. =selected: for,,Use in prograMs dhildren -from grades threethroUgksiiiii.- -Many of them are available at the ,:i4idcoridiri, Library Film Circuit.Others may_ be rented for-a ette.11.-fee frog, the litiree.if=Of"Andio- Visual-Indtructioh, 1327' ViiiVeriiity Boie_:,2093,1 Madiean; Wisdanern: 5379_1, Tel. 608=.262=.16. hoe- aVailable at the Bitreaii-af Inetrilation 4re coded: (BAVI-)! The notation ,(tAvti on those filets for librarians and other - adults interested:in work Aii-th-:Ohildren- indicates thetithe Visdondin- DiviSion:for Library -Serviced -hadder pdaited. the:Ole:111MS' at the -Bureau of Audin-VisUalInstruction. They are--aVaiiable to public and schoollibraries- for a service fee_ per -reel-. Other universities in the area halting fil& rentalli- brarieS -are listed at the end but_ ;not given each annotation. any code after

*FILMS FOR-CHILDREN:A SELECTED LIST.New York Public LibraryAssociation.Children'a and YOUng_Adult Services Section. Filthsfor Childreri'CoiMitteb. 1969.P.4. 24

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Adiaaoric -Citherine1E.-.and ;Ai*in :Children" er:PrOeteues"-.. 'TOP-',0E-17[E-:NEWS' 1817072 'Deo eater- .1961 u A _Short reportonthe Evaluation:(*Mitt, s pilot

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New Yorke_"If41.-_Wilson. C4InpOiSrt. 176pp.-The p_heiifei. . "Programs ,f6r--,Children"-,disCdaseivthy,-:and how,. to.=:_aa films

.bruner 4(eirhiCei ti'and=1Miteilalaiia -:LIBRARY TRENDS' -12171=83,411lY-:1963u ldeiciadie4:11OW-ffilaa can us_64- to 1#0 ts.a. library.

Butr;:Elisabeth.= "Children" W.:ROCOrdinkau Fills', and-Film- itrits"4 :WISCONSIN LIBRARY -BOLIETW50 i 09=12, March :191626._ Diseribee: the -.ilee-of 'redordingau films, :and'.filmstrips in pdbliC libraries to;,give, children .OrPerienCe clifferent -mediums:

_ Cohn. :pita SUCCedifulFormula FrOkramiing",

TOP OF- THE.. NEWS ,2_112474254 ,A detailed dis- cusiion- planning a yOung adult film=. program, with implications for children _s f Jim: pro4rami

11W Wrathy in the:LibrarY", LIBRARY TRERqS 4 i17181 , -ottobei- 1955.- The development_ of film ,PrOgrams in publio -libraries, -how_ tO _ care for them.

Gross, El iiab eth . ,:PiitLiO -LIBRARY :SERVICE _TO CHILDREN, Dobbs Feitii, N. Y*i, 00eana Publicationi, -Inc., -1967.The chapter- "The SeleCtioli and- Uite-lifNoW-Book-Materials" con - sidersplanning film- Program*, and_-_evaluating -Mts.

Hamilton, 'Witte Hewitt "Film Exploration ", TO -OF THE NEWS 19.75 -77, October -1962. :MehtiOnd-filt* of interest to children' in the-upper- el eitiantit'Y -Etade.

Higgins, Judith, "The: HoW-of _a- Film Festival", LIBRARY JOURNAL 93.1737 -1740, April -15, 1968. The step - 1.y -step prOcedUre in planning. a. yoilhg_ adult film program which tould -be applied a children' s- Program.

Hyatt,' Hannah, "Family Trips on Films", SIGHT LINES 383-6, January/February- 1970. -Suggests programaand gives tips on programming for Nadir' night at the library.

Lyman, Helen, "Creative Film, -Programs", WISCONSINLIBRARY BULLETIN 58.73-78, March 19624.Basic considerations in planning film programs for audiences of allages. MaYreiee,,, "Fileas-_-fOr thildrete-aTOF OF-'-'1HE -NEWS 16i 7=9. -Decemtiek, 1959., *eitates, the- need to evaluate films for children ',end: "te; share, i3regram; experience. Poignend,._jOhii,:trid- Peggy --.;Maniii,:"..CUritin-,OE-IllittiOn-lhi -OdYsseer-ofF-the -,LIERARY-, JOURNAL, 92i lebruary--15;-'1967.'beicribei-,,aLMobilakAntia:tre--to give rjuvenileaudiences in poverty areas "an ideal envi- ,; ronzaent to realize theeieximin-,effeet -Radiate:- ;Reboil -= -6.0fi-tre at -for--ehildre0,,_ -HORN, 800t=40141-5=14,17-, -August s -1964.- ;A :fileiprOducer tells What he-thinks ;a",,Children!w_fila,zefietild:_be -Arid: ga

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AlliionuMary L., ed. :NEW:EbUdATIONAL-MATERIALd. Citation,- 1968: TaPerboUnd._ . BUREAU OF AUDIO-VISUAL INSTRUCTION CATALOG OF -EDUCATIONAL 16mm.- ,010TIONJPICTURESi Ai8ilAbIó for rental. -University of ,Wieceriain_-Eitinatoni -Mitdi8on,"1968. EDUCATIONAL, FILM:GUIDE. -195*.1958., Ed.- by Josephine; Si _Antonini. _$20.00. -;Annial--SuppleMents 1959.4962.Ceased- Publicatien in 1962.* EFLA- EVALUATIONS.Educational ;Film Library Asiodfation. (250 W._ 56th,St.. New York, :N.Y.).Published Monthly. ser- vice basis; -rates ion_reaqUest.

EDUCATIONAL MEDIA INDEX:.= Vol-.'2.Intermediate Grades 4.6. A- project of the :Educational- Media.-Council, 1964.Cost of set (-14 -*las) $62.45. EDUCATOR'S GUIDE TO -FREE FILMS.Compiled -by -Mark F. Hark-. healer and John W. Differ.'Rey. ed.. Educator's Progress Service, 1968.$9.50. FILM-EVALUATION-GUIDE.Edudational Film Library Association.' fi 1965.#30.00.Supp.1965-1967, 1968, $10.00. FILMS FOR CHILDREN.Eduelitionel Film- Library Association, 1969. $1.50. -Suppl.$.75. FILMS FOR CHILDREN.A SELECTED_ LIST.New York Library Asso- ciation-Children-and- Yeti* Adult Services Section.Films for Children Canitittee, 196.i.#1.00.(Available fro* New York Public Library).- `4.

FILMS FOR LIBRARIES. .American Library- Association.. Subcom- mittee _Of -the ALA AudiO-VisualCoiamitteee1963. , ?I= -FOR YOUNGADULTS,4.-SELECTED-_--LIST._ York _Library AssoCiationt_ Children-and-.Young,Adult-SerVicei 'Section. Films; for,yOungiAdults-,COmmitteee 11.00. from :=NeW' -,york Library)

Badd-,,L., -NON-4001i=liATERIALSIAS- LIBRAkr-ittsOURCES. Uni iisri ;itysotNorth. Carolina,. Chapel' Hill, 1907; $2.00.

Greene,. Ellin: kAULTIOEDIAAPPROACH TO CHILDREN'SLITERATURE. AmeriCan=librarY ciatiorie,: Children' 1,Service., juid,_ YoUng:Adults-Beririesei,Divisiont- 1972. #3:75.

Hopkinton,-Shirl-eY- I,._INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS -FOR= TEACHING -THE_ USE--Ot THE _LIBRARY,' -A-SELECTED. ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF FILMS, FILMSTRIPS t'__BOOKS--AND-PAMPHLETS, 'TESTS AND-OTHER AIDS.2nd ed. _Clarericirit House, 1967. '$2.50.

INDEX TO_ -_16mm.,BDucATIoNALFirits._ _National Iriforniation Center flit -Idticational-Meditt =Uni*ersity, of -Southern :Cali-. fornia,Los = Angeles,:MeGrairHille 1967. -#29.50.

-tiOnee, -EnilY -Si. :MANUAL--ON- FILKEvaLUA2ION:'- Educational -Film Library Association, 250--W. -57th St.,New York, NY. 10019. 1967.. $2.50.

LANDERS FILM_ REVIEWS, Ed.: by Bertha- 'Anders. Landers Asso- ciates, 14930 00i1SMIII-Streste Los Angeles, calif. 90016. Published -lionthlY- except- and August. -$30.00 -year.per. Indicates:rentals. - LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CATALOG, MOTION PICTURES AND FILMSTRIPS. Library ofCongreistWashington, D.C., 1953.Published quarterly with annual and quinquennial' oumulatiOns. $8.00 per year.

Limbacher, James L., ed. FEATURE FILMS ON 8MM and 16MM. Rev. ed.Educational Film Library Associatione 250W. 57th St., New York, N.Y. 10019.

Rufsvold, Margaret F. and CarolynGuss. GUIDES TO NEWER EDUCATIONAL MEDIA 2nd. ed.American Library Association: 1967. #1.50.

SELECTING MATERIALS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNGADULTS.American Library Asiociation. Children's Services Division and Young Adults Services Division, 1967. $.25.

SOURCES OF AUDIO-VISUAL MATERIALS. Milbrey L. Jones. Superintendent of Doctmentse G.P.O.Catalog No.-PS 5,235, 35090. 5 U. S. GOVERNMENT FILMS FOR PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL USE- 1963. U.S. Dept. of Health, Education, s.nd-Welfare.Office of Ed- ucation.Superintendent of Documents, S.M. $3.00.

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AUDIOaVISUAL -COISriiiICATiONS.Unitect_Sitsiness Publications, Ino.,- 200-Madiison Ave.,-;New _100161: _100=Sist_ Ohio St. ,Chicago.:Ill. =60011 8380-,Molf000. -Los- Ange4iisCalif._ 90069.Published .bi-Monthly.$3.00-annual. -AUDIO4ISUAL3MARHETPLICE.-R.R.- softer,- -1180T.AWinitc-of -the.. Americas, -New- York,- N.Y. 10036.Published-annually.112.23. AUDIO- VISUAL-INSTRUCTION. National_ Edicational= Aiesociation of -the -UttitedTStetei.Dept. Of-_Audie-Yistal- Instruction. /206,16th-St. N.W., Washington, -D.C.1.20036._ -Published-=_ten tivies- i -Year, September -Juni. _Pre. -itith_,Iiimbership-- dues- $10-a0 Annual.Annual- subscription $6.00.- Single-copy-#.73.e -300XLIST- AND SUBSCRIPT/ON:BOOKS-BULLETIN._ AiWrican -LibrAry Association , -50 -- E. iluton-i.St.i_ Chicago. Ill. 60611.- Published teiti-Monthly; -September- through- -July. 18.00 =annual.= -$.50 single. EDUCATIONAL SCREEN AND-AUDIO-VISUAL=MONTHLY GUIDE.-.Education Screen Inc., 434- -south Wabash__Ave., Chicago, Ill. 60605.Pub- lished monthly.$4.00- annual. sum =Bon. August issue, $1.00 EDUCATORS GUIDE TO MEDIA AND METHODS, 134-North 13th St., Philadelphia, Pa., 19107.Publishedninetimes a year,- ;5.00 annual.$.75 single copy.

FILM. Federation of Film Societies, 53A Welbock,London Wi, England (Available through Gideon Backman,212E. 54th St., New York, N.Y.) Published quarterly. $1.50 annual.

FILM CULTURE. Box 1499-c.P.O., New York, N.Y. 10001.Pub- lished-quarterly.$4.00 annual. FILM liCTS.P.O. Box 53.' Village Station.' 150Christopher St., New York, -N.Y. Published weekly.$20.00 annual.

FILM LIBRARY QUARTERLY.Film LibrarYInformationCouncil; 101 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, -Conn. 06830.Published quarterly. $8.00 annual to non-members.

FILM NEWS.Film News CoPPRAY,54 West 40th St.. New Yorke N.Y.Published bi-monthly..3.00 annual.

FILM WORLD-AND A-V WORLD.Sidale Piblishing Company, 672 South Lafayette Park, LosAngeles, Calif. 90057.Published monthly.#4.00 annual. 6. FILMS AND'FILMING. -Hanson Books Ltd. 16 Buckingham_Talace Lotidon S.W. 1,-Diglind. Published monthly. 42s annual.

FILMS IN-REVIEW.National-Board-of Review-ofAMotion-Pictures Inc., 31 Union-Square, New York,141.,10003.Published' monthlY-OctoberfMayrbi-monthly_Juhe-July, August=Septembpr. $6.00 ,annual.

MONTHLY FILWBULLETIN.BritishFilm-Institute_CAvailable tttoligh-Easterh-,-News DietribUtOru255'Seventh-Avenue,=Nei- -Yctke-N.Y4-$54trannual.-

SGHOGLIABRARY_JOURNAL. It.R.-Bowker,1180 iVenUMot-the Aiteticii,-NeW-York, Na:_10036: Published- Monthly- September- May $7.00- annual.-

SIGHT =AND SOUND,-81_DetinStreetv-London-W4-Englmnd._ (Available-through-Eattern_News,Distributors,,Inc., 255 Seventh Ave.,- New York, -Published quarterly. 43.50- annual.-

SIGHT LINES, EFLA 174.-60th New York, N.Y. 10023. -ftblished bisonthly. 48.00-annu4.

THE TEACHERS-GUIDE=TO-MEDIA_AND=METHODSI An- Expansion--of School-Paperback Journal.- Media-and Methods Institute,-Inc., 124 East,40th Street, Newlorku:N.Y. 10016.Published nine times a- year,%September4ay. -43.00 annual. Single-04y $.40. 0.A

AFRICAN--ELEPHANT8,-ainutes,_ colors producocUbY-Mitrice A. Nachris.- 196 ?, -distributed v-Ails-ilnstructimal _Media Sir- Vices. Inc., 1100._ As a._ hird elephents -tinders-1n _starth-, of the large-quan- tities .sot :food it tnist-.have- the ,narratOr deseribts the physical characteristist(and hibitt of "the= African__elepbente tpani .reproductiirecycle anst-socia1 habits. inforiatminal- taterial :Herbert! -Zim"sr:ELEPHANTS.- stories: such_ ass-r-MARCHED-- WITH _HANNIBAL_by-!-Hans 'Eaussanni- arid =BURMA BOY by Willis Lindquist.- -"It--could--also---be_ used in,-*--=prOgram- based---on- conseriation to- illustrate -how -much land-animals need to _survive.

AtAN=CARNER _AUTHOR, 11_ minutes,_ colors--produced.-by-Roger Hill, --Penguin -Books-.LtG._ ck 1969, distributed by -:ConnectiCut Fills, Inc. $125. Thin isa short- film -which= gives,_yoUng -readers the-chande to fascinating -author; ,see his unusual "Thome _in-:Cheshire, hear hot hi works, and explore-with.:him =the abtindoned-cOP.-- per tine and-=Other sites_ thatAtsivt, pr_ovidid-tho_setting for some- of_his -books._ It -could-bsi--prograsmiCtsan. introduc- tion to a book talk fOr:.:fifth-and:siXth graders._ introducing the authOr"s ELIDOR, THE-MOON OF COMBAT.,---THE -WEIRDSTONE-OF DRISINGAKEN, and -THE OWL SERVICE.

ANANSI THE SPIDER 10 minutes,, colors distributed by land- mark Educational Mediai Inc.. 1969.$1110. Vivid colors and-vigorous motifs derived:from -Ashanti-folk art are brilliantly -effective'in -this= animated introduction to Marna, the Ipider-trickiitorhero of Ashanti African instruments int. the: Miseuss -of Hatisral-Histoky-were used in the performance -of- the: musical -scare.-composed- for this film and based upon African -tunes andrhYthms.The storyteller -is- Athamni magoma; African information-Officer for United Nations Radio, whose- _rich-Voice-fully- _cortvOis the humor and liltingcadences_of_Afritan_Storytelling. The fill yes produced and. directed -byGerald-,MoDermott, who tads The Stonecutter".Roundup-tote-African_artifacts and bring out -Your books on-,African arts.Glibok's-THE ART OFAFRICA; MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS-OF AFRICAby -Ditty Diets and Michael Olatunjis and- Cooper's -ADVENTURESOF SPIDER. WEST AFRICAN FOLK TALES.-(BAVI) 8. AND NOW MIGUEL63; Minutes, _VW; -produced by Joseph Krumgold for the -U.S., InformatiOn-AgencY,- 1953, .distributed by Na- tional Audiovisual Center.$110. Produced ter the -U.S. Information -Agency by Joseph -ICrumgold, this film was later made, into an award -winning,:book.It is thiTssfii-iy;nt-trierre year old ,-Miguel who longs to go with the mens.of -:filif:fainiiY to the -Sangre, de Cristo Mountains when thez,SheePare-PattUred-zduring:the snihner:The way of life of the,,aheeP=herderak,.-Preaervirit.iioniaOt the traditions of their Spanish ancesboz s, - and the lambing and shearing of the sheep pictured against the -tiaiptiful'NeW:,$exico-,scentry( will fascinate older children.One might use this film with the book AND NOWMIGUEL or With Reginald Ottley'a trilogy BOY ALONE, THE z ROAN-- COLT:, andRAIN COMES -26,-_YAilB00 RAH 4h-era:On-an isolated cattle-station in_Atiatialikanether boy 'finds his -own -place in -the larger worlistrentid=hiin. (BAVI)

A BELL FOR URSLI 15 minutes, color; SwisszNationa3. TouriPt Office, distributed- by Faronn Films Ltd.,- $1504 Aimed at Inviting one te -Swftierlandfthiti Ursli up to the Mountain meadow -as --he aearcheii _for ishig -cattle bell to ring out the -Cold winter at the Spring -Festival. This is perfect fare for a-spring family4rogran,and__Winad combine wel-1 withiEet-tinit His- WILLIAL,TELL- AND HIS SON- or a story from -the -THREE:-SNEEZES AND:-QTHER-:SWfSS TALES by Roger Duvoisin.The -older- Children -wOuld _enjoy HEIDI by Johanna Spyri and Jamea-Ullmart's BANNERIN--THE-SKY. Books- on travel and folk tradition in other lands could also be introduced.

BETWEEN THE TIDES22 minutes, celor; produced by the British Informational Services, distributed by Contemporary FilmS, $225. Unusual and beautiful undersea photography revealsthe marine life in the rock-pools Of Britain's coastalwaters.There are no people-only the natural sounds ofthe sea and its, inhabitants integrated with a musicalscore.The film might be used to piesent an ecology program with book talkson Berrill's THE LIFE OF THE OCEAN and EXPLOITING by Charles Nightingale. THE OCEANS

THE CHAIRMAKER AND THE BOYS 21 minutes, color; distributed by the International Film Bureau.Produced by the National Film Board of Canada, $250. 9. For years Mr. Hart of Cape Breton has been making Chairs Using his mill-run lathe, and his grandson .finds,-the mill a storehotnie of delight and information.That is, until one day -his friend's life- is threatened by the PoWerful water- wheelin the sane as, THE DOUGHNUT from-McCloskey, s HOMER "PRICE.

CHAIRY_ TALE, 10 -idnutesi- b/wf produced: -by the -National -,Film Board. -of -Canada. -distributed -the InternetiOnal -Film -Bureau, g75',

kitchen, chair _which '-refusee: be-_,Bat-,.uPon--,Until, _feels properly-:aPpreCiated.-- the background tor--this-j-aier&Winning-eiPeriiiental Norman-McLaren.Thit- filia-aeonld--ber effectively Used:with recordings of Indian sitar arid' tabla-Anisic 'Stich an -Rail Shenker IN -CONCERT, (World4acitio,-S1421) and THESOUNDS OF INDIA -_(Colushia=C12496).- -_Thijfilti-allia-suggeita -a prou. gram = built- around_-the--idea--of, struggie---ageinat normally inanimate Objedte like "The:Sorcererr_s Apprentice" from THE SORCERER"S"-APPRENTICE_AND2OTHER-STORIESI-by -John- Hosier orTHE500 HATS OF BARTHOLOMEW _CUBB/NS:by-Dr. Sense. -(BAVI)

CHRISTMAS CRACKER 9 tainutas, eolorl produced by the Na- tional Film Board of Canada, -1964,- distributed by ContempOrary, Filras/MCGraw-Hill, $110. Norman McLaren has prodUced:a sparkling:frolic in three acts, each introduced by re_ jester' in:traditional costume. In the first edt,- animated_ paper cut-outs dance to anar- rangement of "Jingle Belle9_ fell:Wed_ by -a, dime-store- rodeo with toys.The third-act is an attempt_ to- top a_ChristMas tree with the brightest star Of all_-froin outerspace.A holiday program forthird -andfoUrth -grades_ light combine this film with a- storYteller'e treat. of "salt-tittle,Schnotzle, and Schnoottle froin THE, LONG CHRISTMAS byRuth.Sawyer or "The Sheemakers and the Elvee from MORE TALES FROM GRIMM translated by Wanda Gag.

A CHRISTMAS FANTASY _8 minutes, color; produced by the Na- tional Film Board of Canada,- distributed by Contemporary Films/McGraw-Hill,$1104 This visual treat is a film without wyrds capturingthe magic of-a .Christmas when -freshsnow has softly fallen on pine trees and roof tops, and multi- colored lights cast an enchanted gloefon surfaces -of purestwhite.The wonder on children's facesit caughtas they peer at a fairyland window display.The rich curtains if hanging loops and brilliant streamers of Changing colorare created by adroit film exposure and camera Movement.This brief 10. interlude Could introduce-a holiday program of two films such as THE. WHITE TEDDY BEAR or- THE -ELVES- AND THE SHOEMAKER.

CITY OP GOLD- 23- inintites,, b/w1 produced by the -National Film Board of Canada, 1958, distributed---by-McGraiogill, $130. Pierre BettOri.recounte in :hidtorY -"the like. -of,. -which will thaVer--be -,seen,:SgaIzr4- the -1Kloridike;GOld-_:itudh.- Selecteci ad.the,-best:thicumentaryi:=4-ihe-Tehth,'IhterriatiOrial Film:=Festival._atCannes,thid, I S ,i;,teCoil-ebtiorifilfDawsori City an -the Yukon; Territory.ItzWoUlCbe,-;enjoyed. -upper -elittentaraehoel_Age,_ youngsters, w-.to an adult group and VarietY,Of-&tterials--ditoh-ris:Bertorile,boOk STAMPEDE- Poit---GOLD:Or- Jack_ LOndori'a--.CALL -OP "THE -.WILD--:arid= themes of "The. Gold_ Rtidhw; !Forgotten- Moments` in History ", or "Great AdVehtureS":

COLOR LITHOGRAPHY: AN ART MEDIUM- 30 minutes, color; University of Mississippi, 4225. .Steps in- the production of a Color -lithograph- are demon.-- strated in a series of, clear in the studio of the artist, takihg the viewer from the- preparation Of- the stone, through the creation-of-the detaign,s the etchihg and- washing out, to the final printing in. Several_ colord.The excite- ment of artittic _cresition1-_conied_acrods,_ as Well as the technical Skill and- craftsmanship required.Childreh as yoUng_ as the foUrth_ grade, ad Well as- their parefits, teachers, and librarians, will fihd thiS ehgrossing eiploration of a complicated process.-To _rise -the -film -one==might choose: PRINTING -FROM A STONE: THE- STORY OF- LITHOGRAPHY by Carl S. Hirsch and PAGES,' PICTURES AND PRINT: ,A BOOK IN THE MAKING by Joanna- Foster.Prints by -minder, Currier and Ived, Toulouse-Lautrec and Goya inight--be- displayed as Well as such examples of children's book- illustrations from -stone lithographic origineld Irigri and Edgar D'Aulaire's OLA or LEIF- THE LUCKY, C. W. Ariderson's COMPLETE:BOOK OF HORSES AND HORSEMANSHIP and Carolyn Sherwin Bailey's MISS HICKORY. (BAVI)

CRANE'S MAGIC GIFT16 minutes, color; produced by Gatken Company Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, 1967, didtributed by Coronet Films, $195. In this charming retelling of the Japanese folk tale using puppet characters, an old weaver releaset a crane trapped in a snare.Good fortune follows in the form of a lovely young gitl who comes to live with him and his wife as their daughter.This film-would prograi Well with-folktales from Yoshiko Uchida's THE DANCING KETTLE AND OTHER JAPANESE FOLK TALES or JAPANESE TALES by Lafcadio Hearn. THE CRY OF THE MARSHl2-minutes, color: produced by Bill Snyder Film Inc., 1969,$155. .

Filmed in- the- marshlands adjacent-to his boyhood 'home_ in Minnesota, ,aa,:epologiat_graphicallyrebOrda_the destruction of thede-preciOtaWetiandativman-zsearchefor'More.farm=v landi,.more -highWaysiMore.lindi,foraUrban=devel6P0aht. The filt=daPtlrei:the4oeila_,VOSStk-Ofthe--46rehe,4thj0.'in terielitedyidldlifeiz-And:thon=dhOWS-thegiO,COnSegUenbes eta, ihe,:airSh;.iii--,cirained,,_liurnecii,,,.extd--tiloiiecb,fii. ,Mcin!s;=uSe ES:datide-Of. the; t port onshowing,baby birds: unable_toescape:the fire shich, the ,entire,Mat'fil,, this film should be previewed from beginniñg1to end before using with children.The meitiSg&-Tiri=4Stlands,-condieitatieh: is urgent- -,arid is- -Priiiiented--withSUch artistry thatthe_film received tbree-filim-festiNial'aWards. It could be used-With such books as-THE,LAST-FREE BIRD-by-A. Harris StOne. (BAVI)

DAILY LIFE. OF THE BOZO-1.5 minutes, color:- produced by Julien Bryan, distributed by the International Film- Foundation,- $i -50.

The-BOto p0Ople,liverrelatiVely-untouched:bymodern technology near the.Niger RiVer ln-Mali. The-film presenta_a candid view -of the -tribe as they= go-about their daily life--Washing clotheS, grinding meal,. catchingtiShu_Preparing-food.It is one of-tWelve films in a serieS.on_African-Villav_life with sound effedts and -music recorded-Onthe-SPotibut_WithoUt narration. It would be effeative_with a..progra*on Africa or primitive' cultures. VarioUs bandE(frOM thad6CumentarY re- cording SOUNDS OF AFRICAIVerve FTS-3021) could -be used to introduce the program or in conjunction_With-a book talk on Africa.Several bookS_WhiCh describe the-Mali empire and other AfriCan tribes-historicallyrand_in modern-times are Colin Turnbull's TRADITION AND_CHANGE IN AFRICAN TRIBAL LIFE; AFRICA: PAST AND PRESENT by- Elizabeth Barrett, Thompson and A GLORIOUS AGE IN AFRICA: THE STORYOF THREE GREAT AFRICAN EMPIRES by Daniel Chu and Elliott Skinner. (BAVI)

THE DAISY 6minutes, color; produced by Tidor Dinov, 1967, distributed by Film Center, Inc., $90.

The power of love is shown in this charming vignette, wherein a man attempts to obtain a daisy by cutting it with a scissors, sawing it, steam rolling it and dynamitingit -allto no avail. But a little girl whO loves the bless= has no trouble pick- ing it. The universality of this film makes it appropriate for a family film program. This film could be used with selections emphasizing the importance of love and kindness in dealing with others. Stories that complement this theme are "The Peddlar of BaLlaghadereen" in THE WAY OFTHESTORYTELLER by Ruth Sawyer and "Saint Nicholas" in TEN SAINTS by Eleanor Farjeon. DANCE SQUAR 4 minutes, color; produced by National Film Board of Canada, 1961, distribUted by International Film Bureau, $65.

Old-faihioned_fiddle music.. accompanies. red -squireiand-yelloivreCtangles-awthek-dairort_metrilY within the,patterhs-ofa-c6Untry-:squake-dancei- WOuldbe-a-pleasint:intarlOde-Or:COfiludidn'twiciariety oritirograitiqiUfwOUWbe4artioUlarly,SifeCtive.:foka:story, hOur-;featuring4MeriCan-folkvtileivsUCh-aathole-frOmcChaies- GRANDFATHEH,TALES.:'EeCaUbe-the,ManY_MatheMatidalAVS:!= sibilities.,:whieh,add,Up,t6-a:iqUarei,-thi*ielectiOn_-_dould- al60,14,04Con;a:eciericSAirOgraa*ith,beoke-Such_46EindiCk'S TAKE- =SHAPES;- LINES AND LETTERS, Adler's-SETS-andllegberi!s- WONDERFUL-WORLD,-.OF MATHEMATICS:

DR. LEAKEY AND THE DAWN OF MAN 26 minutes,- color; produced by the National Geographic Society, distributed by FilmsInc., #328,

In 1959, after-a thirty-year quest to prove that Africa instead of-Asia-was the-cradle of the human race, Dr. Louis Leakey and_hia wife-foiled fodsilremaitis_of men 6.4a theoldest knoin remains-of human culture_at-Olduval Gorge; Tantinia. The viewer. shares Dr. Leakey'S discoverieS andsees how- modern teOhnOlogy is- applied to thastUdy of_ anthropology. Mulvesod-biography DIGGING-UP ADAMS 1103-STORY OF L. S. B. LEAKEY could be introdUced along with books_on anthropology such as THE ORIGINS OF MAN by Napier and THEFIRST MEN by,May.

THE DOUGHNUTS 26 minutes, color; produced and distkibuted by Weston Woods, 1963, $295.

The wonderful sequence from Robert McCloskey!s storyHOMER PRICE comes to life as Homer sets the doughnut-makerto work and then tries unsuccessfully to turnthe machine off. Hundreds of doughnuts -are produced, plates and lOwlsand pails, and finally the entire lUnch roomare heaped with doughnuts. The children will want to readmore of the amusing adventures of Homer Price. This film may also lead them to Butterworth's THE ENORMOUS EGG,Robertion's HENRY REED, INC., and Cleary's'HENRY HUGGINS. (BAVI)

ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER 27 minutes, color; 1967,distributed by International Film Bureau, $295.

Filmed in Rothenberg, Germany, this variationof the clas- !deal German depicts Wilhelm,a poor but generous shoemaker sharing his louit meager meal witha stranger. The stranger's gift of a magic candlestick changes thecobbler's luck and the new shoes that he finds each morningresult in a flourishing business. When the shoeikker investigates his good fortune, he discovers two Candlestick elves,working 13.

through the night; in the ledt scene, the elves di:lee:away never-to return. The showing might be-complemented -with the telling of "Goose H6ns", as freely translatediby Wanda,Gag or the istOryteller'a,seleation-of-a_favorite Grimmrtale.- AnOther-program poilabilitylioUld-be a ,display-an&Idiscussion with third,and'fourth,graderaof other-Versione-and--illusr -tratora.__:Baokasthat-:Mightbe indlUdeds ;FAVORITETTAIWTALES. TOLD:IN=GERMANY,..retold:by.V.Hivilande tha.SCRIBNEk,EDITIONi illudtratid_by`AdrienhaAdatsMORE-TALESA7RMCGRIMM:trand.. lated'and;illUStratedby_Wanda-Gag-and_thaFOLLETT',EDITION GF'GRIMM"VFAIRY-TALES_with paintingain full,colorby- children,Uf_15-nationa.

EVAN!S CORNER23-Ad:it:tee, colors aStephanyBosustow Pro- duction, distributed by Bailey-Fili_Associates, $295.

This translation of Elitabeth Starr Hill's_bOokto_film-is faithful to the spirit of the original. .TheatorY of:Evan: who lives crowded-ghetto-aPartMentand Yearns for a place to call - his -own coricernsii black child-but:is-general in its appeal. _Along_with the -book EVAN'S CORNER,-one might feature other titlezi which .describe the lives-of'black ur- ban children: BLACK_MISERYlyy Langston-H4ghesi TIME-AGO TALES-OF JAHDU by Virginia-Hamilton, and-STEVIE by John Steptoe.

EZRA JACK KEATS_ 17 minutes, color; produded by , distributed by Weston Woods, 1970, #2451 $13.00 rental.

From-his New York studio-Mr. Keats informally discusses-his philosciphy of book illUstrations for.childreh. Haputs'into his pictured his feelings and experiences as a growing boy along with lights, sounds, and_shapes of-the-world. _Child- ren and ad ts will'enjoymatching-Ezra Jack Keats composing a book; and art classes will especially appreciate his knowledge oul.art techniques, includifig-a-demonstration oft- oils and water mixes. In a short tour of New York City the audience will recognize many-familiar scenes that-have appeared in hit books. The film concludes With the adap- tation of A LETTER TO AMY which is a pinnacle of Mr. Keat's beliefs and philosophy.

THE FENCE7 minutes, color; produced by Amega, 1969, distrib- uted by BFA Educational Media, ;100.

In this animated allegory a man builds himself a_houss and pets a fence around it.He then proceeds to-cleth up the yard and finds a flower in the process. He throws the rub- bish he has collected over the fence, but it is thrown back into his yard.Retaliatory exchanges continue until the house is destroyed and the floWer is flattened.The man 15.

FLAT FLIP^FLIES STRAIGHT 44minutes, color; distributed by United World Filias, produced by Dallas Gatred, $100.

This Colorful and fluid filteabOUi_a boy,-his dog, and a- Frisbee-has,received-the-Bronze=-Aeard at- the Atlantic-111M Featival.,_ 1971_ amithe Cine-,:Golden,Eigle, 1971.-FLAT FLIP FLIES =- STRAIGHT is:beaUtifully filmed and illusttateM--ho*- effectiVe oaketa-Motk:_anUtteitiveneee:Can;Make-an_etating mood°piece.lbefilinMaker'hae,done,0.--Muperb:lob_ortatChing- the'.actieti WithAliohitcUlagOOtislthundering THEAIIDE-OF THE- -YALKYRIESi; Ibii-hoh-hatratectfilm_iould be of interest -to .photography.cliSses,and-it_cOuld-be-Uiectlii,ratorylioutmAnd -With-=',oreatilie4tiMatici-,ind-creatiVe,dance.- lio-_matter rwhit the age, ill=eill=find'this4elightfUl. The bOok-MOTION'by Evans Valens Can alai) beUsad.

THE GENERAL27 Minutes, b /w; 1927, distributed by Sterling EducatiOnal Films, X150.

Made in 1927, this is.considered by film historians to be . the-last truly classic Comedy of the silent-age. The one- man show - -it .was directed-= by-:and started- Buster Kiaton--is a spoof on Civil_ War espionage.- It colbineseemo-speeticular war-action With-Keaton'a-dolebtatid-cltIrwit. This film -would attract the older boys, and girls -Who-had_ _tead-enough history to appreciate the splendid humot of the situation.

GHOSTS AND GHOULIES21 minutes, colors produced by the Children's Film Foundation, distributed by Sterling Edu- cational Films,- $200.

The magnificent 61/2 --a gang-of six boys -plus a little sister-- have hair-raiting and hysterical indidents_in t,hauntedhouse during the initiation of a new member.This film would be great Halloween fare for .third thrU sixth graders-or foran all -boyaudience.THE THING,AT THE FOOT -OF THE BED by Leach, Anckarsvard's THE ROBBER GHOST and-Hitchcock's-GHOSTLYGAL- LERY would be quickly-snatched up by the childrer.

GLOOSCAP COUNTRY14,minutes, colors Province of Nova Scotia, 1962, deposited by the Canadian Travel Film Library.

Beautiful photography dramatises the MicmacIndian legend of how GlOolicap came to the, people of-Nova Scotia.longago and watched over them from his mountain retreat. The legend .explains how Cape Split came into-being and why the beavei drags_his tail.A wonderful film tobe used in a, story hour for children of fifth and-sixth grades withother tales from Cyrus Macmillan's GLOOSKAP!S COUNTRYor Kay Hill's GLOOSCAP AND HIS MAGIC. 16. THE GOLDEN FISH 20 minutes, colors produced by J.'y. Cousteau, 1959, distributed by Film Center, Inc., 5-year lease, #275.

A-young ,boy wins a goldfish at the carnival and puts -it in a bowl next to the cage-of:hit=pet-bird. -the is at schaolthe_fishiswims-and-.14aps-happily:until=he jumps out of theboal -Disaeter_threatens-when:a.big bleCle=alley cat enters thrOdghltheiWindove. This-enchanting film:.has =no narration=-AmeXciiingplimaX-throughekilifdl IlhotographY'and7musicalleccOmpaniment It isvmarvelodi_ entertainaent ferAill_agevand'coulUbe-ahoitn,in-,COnjunctiOn With-4-pet shear-or-an-equiridi-eihibit. The film- idggeits books like Zires-GOLDFISHularley,Mnwat!s-OWLS IN-THE FAMILY or Gag's FOURTH FLOOR-MENAGERIE.

GRAND CANYON 26 minutes, colorsproduced by Jeffery Ingram for the Sierra Club, 1967, distributed by AssociationFilms Inc.

A river journey through the Grand Canyon presentsthe great adventure oexplOring anMntamedwildernesi-with-highlights of its natural history-inUthe_fightto-preserveits spectac- ular majesty.This film-appeals to:children in the-fifth and sixth grades- and won%1 introduce;Robert-Leslie's_READ_THE WILD WATER, White's JUN WESLEY-POWELL, GEOLOGIST-EXPLORER, Melbo's OUR COUNTRY'.. NATIONAL PARKS-andthe NATURAL HISTORY OF THE SOUTHWEST edited by William-A.Burns. (BAVI)

THE GREAT ADVENTURE75 minutes, tAss 1956, distributed by Sterling Educational Films, $275.

The adventures ofa small boy and hie pet otter show the struggle for survival in nature-isseason follows season in the Swedish countryside.This beautiful film by the distin- guished Swedish filmmaker Arne Sucksdorff Would_appealto older children and adults. Itcould-be presented as a feature length film or one reel at a time.It could be correlated With an outside speakeror displays of animal books such as Maxwell's OTTERS' TALE,RASCAL by North, avid VALLEY OF THE SMALLEST byFisher. (BAVI) 144,4,

HAILSTONES AND.HALIBUT BONES6 minutesopach, colors Fine Arts Production, 1963, distributed -bySterling Educational Films.2 parts, #70 each.

This lively animated film is basedon MaryO'Neill!s book with original impressionistic drawings.The poems "define" color in terms of moods, sounds and placesthey represent. This is a good film to introducecolori to 3rd and 4th graders or to use in conjunction with an art exhibitor other art films.Books such as COLOR by Herbert Paschel,Robert J. Wolff's SEEING RED, FEELING BLUE, and HELLOYELLOW! and 17.

GOING FOR A WALK WITH A LINE by Douglas and Elizabeth MacAgy are natural accompaniments forthis-film. (BAVI)

THE-HOARDER 7.minutes, 35 seconds, colorsproduced by Evelyn Lambart 1969, distribUted-by National Film-Board ofCanada, #90.

A greedy birdlstesils everything he seesr.fiests, eggs, -.etc. and hided-them in-hie-cave.- imfacts_le gets so greedy, he flies-4- to-the_sunand4rabt:-that.- =Without-tho,Sun_the earth-beComes-dark-AndAesolate-andlthe=lhing0 of nature- begin to-disappeàr. -iThObirdrialiges he as1gonetóo 'far and returns-everkthing_he -has:taken-to its,proper=place._ This AelightfOl_filmAlas_nomarrettion-butTbUilds-to i=climax through vivid photography and _a-Musical-accompaniment. The excellent makes it appealing to children-and use- ful for story hour.The film suggests AESOP'S FABLES and the film FINE FEATHERS.

I KNOW AN OIDLWOMALWHO SWALLOWED A my 6 minutes, colors produced by National Film Board-of Canada, 1966, distributed by International Film Bureauv$75.

Burl Ives sings this nonsense song about the old lady who swallowed a fly and_a variety of other animals. The lyrics are illustrated by animated drawings.it a-guitar player is available this could lead, to-a song feat with a display of the songbooks like Spiers THE FOX WENT OUT ON A CHILLY NIGHT, Emberley's YANKEE DOODLE and- AMERICA -SINGS collected by Carl Canter. A story teller could use this film with "The Three Sillies ", from ENGLISH FOLK AND FAIRY TALES by Joseph Jacobs.

IN A SPRING GARDEN6 minutes, colors produced and distributed by Weston Woods, 1965, #90.

The book of Japanese haiku edited by Richard Lewis is treated iconographically and narrated by Mr. Lewis. Original music by Mary Lynn Twombly undersdores the verses about frogs, bugs, falling petals, wind and other aspects of nature to be found in a spring garden.This could be used in a spring picture book hour-or a special poetry program when the children are encouraged to write their own verse. "Birds; Frogs, and Moonlight" compiled by Sylvia Cassedy,-MOMENT OF WONDER edited by Richard Lewis and CRICKET SONGS translated by Harry Behn could be used for additional examples of haiku and THE SEASONS OF TIME compiled by Virginia Olsen Baron would introduce five line tanks poetry; -ISHI IN TWO WORLDS -19 minutes: color: distributed by Contem- porary Films/McGraw -Hill, $225. .

Admirers-of the haunting and beautiful book, ISM, THE LAST OF MIS-TRIBE. by- Theodora Kroeber will rejoice in the fidelity

witiv.which this-true-story hat-been-translated into film. . The filmmakers-haveiallOwedthemselves,-no:rominticizing, buildinctheir of-docUments- (photograPhs2and-artifactsOf-Ishi)- coMbined with-splendid andtsrof-thi:high Californit.-canyons-whereishi's-Teoplis liVed'ouitheir 'epic tragedy.The fill could' be used--with a Ort4ram ofIndian:,legendstfor one-might,wishitoihighlight otherAccount81.4f-priMitiVe man. An-4.,moraiiterary level, withowintiMight -be-a7highly'-iffectivellay-of introducing otherrtilas-.of -individUal-surifival:cuCh-at ISLAND-OF THE BLUE DOLPHINS and-CALL-ITzCOURAGE (BAVI)

"J.T.451 minutes, colors produced by CBS TV, 1969, distributed by Carousel Films Inc., $575.

A repeat CBS TV program that depicts the story of a young Negro boy in a city ghetto and the effect_on his.life of the adoption and the tragic-death of-a_battered one-eyed alley cat.. It is-a:candid portrayal of the nagging mother, no-father-present family, unrewarding schobling and depres- sing environmental conditions that lead "J.T." to-staaling and despair_ and the transformation-thatcomes with hia grandmother's, visit and the changes in his mother's-and neighbor's_ negative attitudes wrought by the death of his pet. Wagner's text with photographs from the TV program is available in book form. The film could be used with a program on the Black experience.A-showing might be an effective way of introducing other stories suchas Fox's HOW MANY MILES TO BABYLON, Bontemp's LONESOME BOY,or THE JAZZ MAN by Weik.

JAZZOO 13 minutes, colors 1968 aci Productions, $160.

Animals and early morning activities at the St. LouisZoo are superbly portrayed in this non- narration film. Striking visual images combine well witha lively original jazz score to make this a colorful film of many moods.It could be used for a family program becausezoos hold magic for everyone. ZOO ANIMALS by Hoffmeister gives capsule informationabout birds, mammals, and reptille to beseen and older children will enjoy Perkin's ZOOPARADE which givesstories about favorite zoo animals. (BAVI 18 minute version)

JOANJO. A PORTUGUESE TALE 12 minutes, colors aci Produc- tions, $150. 19.

The women and children of a Portuguese fishing village wait patiently for the men to return with their catch, as they have always done. Not Joanjo.He will grow up to be some- thing else. His day dreaming is delightfully portrayed using the pictures from the book by the same name.

JUST,SAY HICI 9 minutes, colors a Stephen Bolustow Produc- tion,_ distributed-bylailey.libeAssociates. $125.

"Once there,wasuand twice-themvisn't...." Thus- begins this huMOrouw:fili:about_a-simple!,Minded Turkish servant boy-who,getmlinto one predicament afteranother-on his-way to-the=market-to buy-Salt. ilisTtroubles=stem-from his literal interpretations of directions-anUidvice. A story such as "Three Fridays" or "How Many Donkeys?" from-ONCE THE HODJA by Kelsey would.bem. perfect accompaniment for this film which is based on ,Walker's book of the same title.

KIMONO 20 minutes, color, deposited by the Japan National Tourist Organisation.

This film is a_pleasant introduction to Japan through the history and use of the kimono. It explains how to wear a kimono, the.Meaning of the patterns in the material and the accessories that go with it, and also shows how the fabric is produced. Kimonos portrayed range from sumptuous cere- monial garb to those worn -every day.The subject matter and the illustrations of the-hand-painted design technique make this an ideal film for art classes and -girl groups.Books about Japanese life and art are MADE IN JAPAN by Spencer, IN-BETWEEN MIYA by Uchida and ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHT BELLS by Flory.

THE LOON'S NECKLACE11 minutes, colors distributed by Encyclopedia Brittanica.Films, 1949. $135. A distinguiihed film which blends art and myth to reach its audience on the deepest levels of poetic imagination. Earth, sky, fire and water, archetypal motifs all, Are interwoven in this retelling of an Indian legend. Ancient ceremonial masks carved by the Indians of British Columbia are so creatively filmed that their magic becomes fully potent. One would wish to honor this film's dignity by the use of books to match its beauty.Some suggestions arse MASKS AND MASK MAKERS by Hunt, THE INDIAN'S SECRET WORLD by Hofsinde, ONCE UPON A TOTEM by Harris and THE ART OF THE NORTH AMERICAN INDIAN by Glubok. The analogy to African art and myth might be highlighted by the same author's ART OP AFRICA and by Lent's illustrations for WHY THE SUN AND THE MOON LIVE IN THE SKY by Dayrell. (DAVI) 20.

THE MAGICIAN19 minutes, colors produced by the Children's Film Foundation, 1969, distributed by Sterling Educational Films, $200.

A sagician is invited to be the main attraction at a surprise party to be,given_hy the"Gang.The Six-Andit play-tricks with-the-magician's equipment reililting,in=disaster and side splitting_laughs. The-sound track this very British-fill with_gOod-photographyls,difficult to understand, especially in-the-beginning: -This, -- slapstick comedy-could-lbi-used_ with Robertson's :HENRYTREED._INC.,-Cerbett's THE,HAIRY=DOG : TRICK and,McCloskeysitHOKEL-PRICE. 'FUN IN THE:BACKYARD-by Arthur Lawson and books on Magic-can also_be'used.

THE MAGIC TREE10 minutes, colors produced by Landmark Educational Media, Inc., 1970, distributed by Texture Films, Inc., $140.

Brilliant colors, stylized African designs, and silhouetted characters illustrate this animated folk tale from the Congo.A young man, unloved by the mother who showers attention on his twin brother, leaves -home to discover a. magic tree which brings-him:wealth-and happiness. -Although he promises never to reveal the secret of-the tree, he gives in to his mother's wish to*know and'loses everythingas a result of his betrayal. _Drum rhythms provide atmosphere appropriate for the African sett , It should be noted that the narrator's words are diff cult to- understand at times.The film could be coordinated effectively withany books on Africa or with folklore materials.Especially fitting is Haley's A STORY, A STORY.

MISS GOODALL AND THE WILD CHIMPANZEES 28 minutes, colors produced by the National Geographic Society, Films, dis- tributed by Encyclopedia Britannic* Educational Corp., $327. The story of a 26 year old English girl and her adventures in the jungles of East Africa where she observed the life of the chimpanzees to understand man's backgroUnd.This film might lead the fifth and sixth grade studentsto Kiss Goodall's book MY FRIENDS THE WILD CHIMPAtZEESor Oberjohann's MY BEST FRIENDS ARE APES.Books on anthropology could also be introduced such as Scheele's PREHISTORIC MAN ANDTHE PRIMATES and Edel's THE STORY OP OUR ANCESTORS. (BAVI)

MAURICE SENDAK 14 minutes, colors produced and distributed by Weston Woods Studios, 1966, $13.5.

In this informal visit with Mr. Sendak in hisManhattan studio apartment where he is surrounded by objectsdear to him, the viewer is introduced to the artist's favorite composers. He discusses fitting drawings to words notun- like the composition of musical notes to expresslines of 21. poetry. As he shows_early dummies of WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE: chronicles the development of-the book over many years. In conclusion; -he expresso' his adiiration for painters and illustrators-of the mit, and tells how these artists have influenced his own-work.The film is -of special interest to librariansuiststudentmanCany *Troup interested-in children's-literature. .itatight-also-be -use4 withlgroups-of--Children;-ages-nine-to-414ven.

LE MERLE- 5 minutelucolorvproduCedby-National Pilialoard of:Canadau-195E, distributed-WInternational_Pilm,Bureau.

A trio sings an old- Prenth4anadian-nonsense song -(in French) while anilation artist-NormanAcLaren provides a-performance by an energetic black-bird: Thecutline-of the-bird forms and reforms abstract shapes in -tune to the spirited song. The film could be used with song storybooks.

MUSIC PROM OIL DRUMS15_minutes, b/ws produced by Pete and Toshi Seeger.-distributed by Film Center,: Inc., $85.

Pete Seeger visits the_iland of Trinidad-to learn how to make steel drums to_bring back to the United-States.He explains the- historicalldeveloPment- of-the steel drum-and describes how-the instruments-with- various tonal_ranges are made and-tuned. This.is.i.wondetful film to use-with a program of folk music. Children Will be inspired to make their own instruments and should-refer to MAKE YOUR OWN MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS'by Mindell_andWOOd-for ideas.Gilmore's FOLK'INSTRUMENTS-giveslascinating background on the banjo. guitar, ukulele -and other instruments that have been adopted by man to express his moods and feelings. (BAYI)

14YDOG IS LOST10 minutes, colors produced by the Bank St. College of Education, distributed by McGraW-Hill, $135.

Harry Belafonte charmingly interprets a picture book by Ezra Jack Keats about a little Puerto Rican boy who speaks no English and who has lost his dog in New York City. Spanish phrases are scattered naturally- through the book as Juanito goes.up-and down -town looking for Pepito and rallying to'his search the help of black children from Harlem, Chinese children-and a proper -set of blond twins from Park Avenue. An understated message in intercultural understanding comes across by "soft sell". 'Books,on Puerto Rico and city life which might be used includesCANDITAIS CHOICE by Lowiton, ROSA-TOO-LITTLE by Sue Felt, THE SPIDER PLANT by Speevack, JUAN BOBO AND-THE QUEEN'S NECKLACEand THE TIGER AND THE RABBIT by Belpre. and PEPPER. A PUERTO RICAN MONGOOSE by Johnson. (BAYI) 22.

MY MOTHER IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WOMAN IN THE WORLD9 minutes, !---Color;-produced by. Stephen Bosustow Productions, 1968, did- tributed ly Bailey-Film-Associates; $100.

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholden" is the-underlying theme of a _Ukrainian folktale_adapted.from_Reyhees picture story of a little Russian girl_iedidentilly'separated_from herlhother at herveSttitS. _A-groUp-cf-Strangeritiking,to help thelostChild find-her'iotherisk, "WhatzdoeSShe_leok, like?" VatieS.inswer;-"My:MotherAsthe=most:beadtiful eXtellentrfer's:Mother's Day of-the_holidaTiWithMary2KeY'PhelaWS-MOTHEM-S,DAY akdiPOEMS FOR SEASONS AND CELEBRATIONS -by- -Cole. It- could- also -be used for a story hour or faMily night following "PanKotsky"from UKRAINIAN FOLK TALES by Rudchenko and Lukiyanenko translated by Marie Bloch.

NEGRO HEROES FROM AMERICAN HISTORY11 minutes, color; pro- duced by Atlantis Productions, Inc., 1966, distributedby Henk Newenhouse, $125.

Each in his own words, black Americans whohave participated directly in the historical events of thiscountry's devel- opment tell their stories. Such well-known figures as Crispus Attucks and Harriet Tubmanare presented, but also such not so well-known peopleas James Beckwourth, the scout, Matthew Henley, who went withPeary to the Pole, and Henry Johnson, a WorldWar I hero. Documents and priMary source materials were used inmaking the film, which should be very interestingto both audiences. Through it one could introduce biographical accounts, such as Sterling's CAPTAINOF THE PLANTER or Douty's PORTEN THE SAIL MAKER,as well as the poetry in Adoff's I AM THE DARKER BROTHER and thestory of SOUNDER by Armstrong. (BAVI)

NIGHT'S NICE10 minutes, color; produced by IsraelM. Berman,1971,distributed by Sterling Educational Films, $135.

This quiet relaxing film explainsall the things nights are for, i.e. lights, bats, sleeping,etc. Primary age children will be able to identify with thesuperb illustrations. The expressions on the faces of theboys and girls are delightful along with the added attractionof a small cat which appears frequently. Color and sound are excellent. A delightful rendition of Barbaraand Ed Emberley's book which children will want tosee over and over again. Books to accompany this film includeTHEOWLWHO HATED THE DARK by Earle Goodenow, AT NIGHTby Phillip Ressner, WHArS THAT NOISE by Lois Kauffman, JohannaJohnston's,EDIE CHANGES HER MIND, and THE CAT by Dahlov Ipcar. 23.

NIKO, BOY OF GREECE 21 minutes, color: distributed by aci Productions, $240.

Niko, Boy of Greece, lives a busy and fulfilling life on a small island in the Aegean Sea called, Mykonos.His culture is deeply rooted in the past; his social environment, a closely knit and proud community-composed of Many generations of'families.Niko will be a fisherman like. his'father Stavros.The film introduces children to a different society, one that is congenial and self-sufficient. THREE GOLD-PIECES and THE.EGG, Greek folk tales by Aliki, give the -same time- less quality.

THE NUTCRACKER60 minutes, color; distributed by Warner Brothers 7 Arts, $650.

It was Christmas Eve. Snow was falling. The world of fantasy comes aliVe in this beautiful ballet of the gallant little Nutcracker, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the ugly seven-headed Mouse King.First produced for German television the story- line is changed somewhat from the New York City Ballet version, but, no matter, this, film brings familygroups a dazzling vision of the internationally acclaimed dancers Edward Villelle, Melissa Hayden and Patricia McBridge,with the Tschaikovsky music played by the PhilharmonicOrchestra of Budapest.A book display might include THE NUTCRACKER based on the Alexandti Dumas pere version ofthe story by E.T.A. Hoffmann, adapted and illustrated byWarren Chappel, also Chappel's other ballet stories of COPPELIA andTHE SLEEPING BEAUTY along with the recordings TSCHAIKOVSKY: NUTCRACKER SUITE (Columbia ML 5908), and SLEEPINGBEAUTY (Angel 35740).

ONE WISH TOO MANY56 minutes, Wit produced by the Children's Film Foundation, 1964, distributed by Sterling Educational Films, Inc., $225.

The marble Peter found on his way home from schoolone day turned out to be magic. But at home and at school Peter's wishes bring nothing but trouble. Ca.ri.3d away by the power the marble gives him, Peter wishes his toysteamroller into a real one so he and his friends.can rideon it. This leads to a climactic chase through London's dockland-andalmost ends in disaster. Children will respond to the humor and magic of this feature-length film andwill be led to such books as FIVE CHILDREN AND IT by Nesbit,'MARY POPPINS by Travers, and HOMER PRICE by McCloskey.

OUR VANISHING WILDLIFE 16 minutes, color; distributed by Fleetwood, 1965, $175. 24.

The relentless demand for land and the resulting destruction of wildlife are depicted in this eloquent plea for conser- vation. The skillful photography and powerful script reveal a world that future generations may never know because of man's exploitation of his environnant. This motion picture could play an integral part in many types of programs on natural history and conservation.After viewing this film, members of groupsstichas Scouts, 4...11 clubs, and faMily night gatherings- weuld,be impelled to read books such as LET THEM LIVE14- Lathrop. WILDLIFE- IN DANGER by Green-and LOST WILD-AMERICA by McClung.

PADDLE TO THE SEA 28 minutes, colOr; 1967, distributed by the National Film Board-of Canada, #260.

Based on Holling's book this film traces the voyage of the carved figure of a man in a canoe.It was made by an Indian boy with a dreaM of traveling from a river which flows into Lake Superior to the sea. The figure becomes almost real to the audience as he travels through the Great Lakes and the >St. Lawrence River to the Atlantic Ocean. This film is suitable for family programs accompanied by other Holling books or Judson's ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY and Carse's THE GREAT LAKES STORY. (BAVI)

PALLE ALONE IN THE WORLD20 minutes, b/w; produced by Dansk Hultur Films and A.S. Nordisk Film Kompagne, distributed by Rembrandt Films, $125.

One day Palle finds that he is the only person in Copenhagen and proceeds to make all the impossible dreams of a small boy come true. He drives a streetcar and a fire engine, he helps himself to all the toys and candy he wants and he even flies an airplane. This is excellent entertainment for the young in heart--for a children's special film program or a family night. Books to complement this fantasy are'MANY MOONS by Thurber, THE TWENTY-ONE BALLOONS by DuBois, and Fleming's CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG.

RABBIT HILL53 minutes, color; produced by the NBC Children's Theater, 1967, distributed by Contemporary Films, $600.

Based on the prize-winning book by Robert Lawson, this delightful film is cast with real aminals from the Stamford, Connecticut Zoo. Burl Ives tells the story of what happened to Georgie, a little rabbit, and his friends and family when "new folks" move in to Rabbit Hill. The animals act natu- rally and children can see and learn the habits of different animals. Because it is a feature length film, it makes a complete program for children or for a family night. A book display might include RABBIT HILL by Lawson, THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS by Grahame, and CHARLOTTE'S WEB by White. 25.

RAG TAPESTRY11 minutes, color; produced and distributed oy the International Film Foundation, 1968, $135.

Filmed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York,bity, thid records the joint creation of 26 children of allandsome wall-hanging. The finiShed tapestry is vibrant'with color andlvigor, -but equally exciting is.ob- serving the creative'prOCesd%at work;-ai:thechildren- Under-the_skillfUlgUidance-of-theirieadher-Plan. discuss, evalUatii and AdMite their ;prOject,.- AS-cCrollatiestothe showing,:Cf=thefiliAine coUld-dleplik-Cr'stiVilboOk tilki abOutluch titles-=as-THEBAYEAUX_TAPEStRYbk:DennY, FUN WITH. CREWEL EMBROIDERY by=Wilion,_THE-STORY OFDESIGNby Downeri,and THE STITCHERY-BOOK,-,Miller. Oki even better, one could tell the story froth doblentz's THE BLUE CAT OF CASTLE TOWN about Seruah, the little girl of long ago who learned from the blue cat how to "fashion beauty",a carpet so beautiful and unusual that it now hangs in the Metro- politan.

RAINSHOWER 15 minutes, colors 1965, distributed by Churchill Films, $165.

Notable photography vividly, portrays the changing moodsof a summer storm on a farm and in the city. The film is enhanced by a background of music and naturalsounds. This quiet film for all ages would go wellwith a nature program. Books to accompany such a program mightbe OUR CHANGING WEATHER by Fenton, and MAN AGAINST STORM by Harris. (BAVI)

THE REDBALLOON 34 minutes, color; produced by . 1959,,distributed by Film Center,Inc. (5 year lease), #375.

This is a charming fantasy about a boy anda magical balloon in the streets of Paris. The balloon followslhe boy in the streets of Paris to school and to church untiljealous street urchins finally puncture it.All ends happily when the balloons of Paris come to the boy andfly him over the city. A wonderful film for children ofall ages and a good choice for a family film program. Reading vistas are opened in several directions with Sasek'sTHIS IS PARIS, TWENTY -ONE BALLOONS by DuBois, PANCAKES-PARISby Bishop, and Carlson's THE HAPPY ORPHELINE and THE FAMILYUNDER THE BRIDGE.

A ROCK IN THE ROAD6 minutes, colors a Beaux Arts/VitaFilm, 1968, distributed by BFAEducational Media, $100.

This brief animated film tells thestory of a character who falls into a hole after trippingover a rook in the road. He crawls out of the hole and quickly resetsthe rock for the next character. Then he hides. This' is repeated by the following two characters. The fourth character, after falling into the hole, removes the rock, fills in the,hole and gueS happily away.This film could be used for safety, brothirhood, or general programs. It could also be used in religion classes. The films THE DAISY or THE FENCE could, be used with it as well as the book THE GIVINGTREE by Shel Silverstein.

ROBERT McCLOSKEY18-minutes, colors,produced-and diStributed by Weston Woods-Studios, 1965e4195, b/w1-1$110.-

Author-illustrator Robert_ McCloskey, lembe=outstanding,books haVe won-the love of children,everyWhere,here talks about his life and work, including MAKE-WAY-FORDUCKLINGS, LENTIL, HOMER PRICE, and TIME OF WONDER.-For chiifren of eight to eleven, an interesting 45 minute program would beROBERT McCLOSKEY and THE DOUGHNUTS. It will be of special interest to librarians, art students, and other adultsinterested in children's literature.

SEARCH IN THE DEEP 53 minutes, colors distributed by Doubleday, 1969, $500.

This is one of Jacques Cousteau's informative filmsviewed by many on television. It concerns the four hundred pound green sea turtle which has developed over the past three hundred million years going from water toland and back to water again, yet still lays itseggs on land. The men of the Calypso trace the life cycle ofthe turtle and explore the mystery of the primitive, eternalstirring which brings it to the shores of Europe eachyear. Other Cousteau films- includes "The Unexpected Voyage of Pepito andCristobal". "Coral Jungle", "Whales",,"SunkenTreasure", "Sharks", and "Lake Titicaca". These adventures, of Cousteauare described in his book THE SILENT WORLDand a biography about him, UNDERSEA EXPLORER by Dugan.

THE SELFISH GIANT 14 minutes, b/w; producedby Gertraud and Walter Reiner, distributed byWeston Woods, 1970, $135.

An animated film of Oscar Wilde'sfairy tale. The expres- sive black and white childlikeillustrations of the Reiners are brought to life in this taleof the selfish giant who refuses to share his garden withthe neighborhood children. When the children leave, the gardenbecomes cold and dismal. Time passes. One day the childrenreappear.As the children climb into the trees, thetrees miraculously burst into with one exception. bloom, The little boy, sitting below thetree, cannot climb into it because hehas wounds in his hands and feet. The giant helps him anda touching relationship develops between the two. The soft expressive narrationconveys the moods of loneliness, love andhappiness. The film would be appropriate for an Easterstoryhour: Books such as Lionni's. TICO AND THE GOLDEN WINGS and Tazewell'sLITTLEST ANGEL could be used with this film. 27.

SHADES OF PUFFING BILLY 11 minutes, color; 1967, distributed by Australian News and Information Bureau, $85.

Puffing Billy is a narrow=gaUge train in- southern -Australia that is maintained by-railroad-fans in their:s0are time. All the-activities involved in :- the railroad -operation are seenAuring a-rOund-Arip from,Beigraue-tO Emerald. =Without narration the fili_nOt-cwilY conveysitheAoy=ofe4roup-Of: people-devoted to-to=-also.shows-the enjoyment of _the :ride thePasiengersofalLages.= it-wouldbe-a fUn.film :fore-hobby,prograi-ind,--ibuldrnatUrally-leactto such books-as-Zeichy's ,MODEL-RAILROADING-ind-Yate's:B011S BOOK OF MODEL RAILROADING and the magazine MODEL RAILROADER.

SKINNY AND FATTY 45 minutes,-b/11 produced by-World Presen- tations Inc., 1959. distributed by ConteMporary Films/McGraw- Hill, $300.

This sensitive film portrays a special friendship thatgrows between twoJapanese children.- Skinny and Fatty meet forthe first time in the middle of theterm:Fatty has the knack for making himself unpopular, Andeoon bedomes-closefriends with Skinny, a very good_. student who teiches'hima great deal about friendship.-Soon_Skinny-'s. family must move away but Skinny writes Fatty telling him that heshouldhave-confi- dence in himself and that he must always try.It is the feeling of Carison's ANN AURELIA AND DOROTHYand Sach's PETER AND VERONICA..

THE SMILE 18 minutes, color; Serge Bourguingnon, director 1961, distributed by Contemporary Films, $200.

An account of the growth of spiritual insight ina Burmese child who, as a novice in a monastery,comes to understand the dedication he must have to attainthe serenity of his mentor, an old Buddhist monk. This film would be enjoyed by the whole family to promote understandingof other cultures.It could be shown as part of a travelprogram with an outside speaker. A book display might include: Buell's MAIN STREETS OF SOUTHWEST ASIA,Serage's THE PRINCE WHO GAVE UP A THRONE, Kelen's GAUTAMABUDDHA and ORANGE- ROBED BOY by Garlan and Dunstan.

a-4- SPRING COMES TO A POND 14 minutes, color;distributed by Films of the Nations Distributors, Inc., 187.50

A fascinating study that shows beautifulclose-ups of birds, animals, and insects, this excellent documentarywould be a splendid choice for a spring scienceprogram, possibly featuring a nature walk.The showing of this film would be enhanced by a number of books suchas IN PONDS AND STREAMS by Buck, and RAIN IN THE WOODS by Rounds, andTHE RAINBOW BOOK OF NATURE by Peattie. 28.

THE, STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER14 minutes, colors 1955, distributed by Film Center, Inc., $160.

Charming animated toys are used to interpret Andersen's story of the tin soldier'ecourigeranti4evotion to duty and his love-for"_ the-little,danceri. ThiefilmiceUldibelpresented at a story:hour-With "The 7Priticess_Critho,P40--from Shedlock's THEART:OUTHESTORYTELLER-atidiTHE=EMPEROMS,NEW-CLOTHES: translated;WBIegvad,ct combiniti=with'theliWTHE:STORY -OF MY-LIFEL HANS:CHRISTIAN-ANDERSEN,te-Celebratelis birth- daYen-Aprii=21m1:- (BAVI)-

THE STONECUTTER 6 minutes, color: produded by Gerald Mc- Dermott, 1965, distributed by International Film Foundation; $90.

Animated scissors-work by a young artiste Gerald MODermott, has been effecrively-used to tell an-ancient-Japanese legend about TasakU, the Stonecutter', Whols_dissatiefied With his lot in life and is progressively -ohangid into a prince, -the sune.a cloud, and finally= -a_mountain -before_helearns the !Utility of envy. Forms-tritditiOiial in Japanese art and theatre, and backgroUnd_music performed on-the-kote make the film an authentic:art-experience from another culture. But the vivid colors-and simply told story speak directly to every viewer. With it one tight Uie_A PAIR OF RED CLOGS by Matsuno, CRICKET SONGS by-Bohn, THE ABC'S OF ORIGAMI by Saras, THE DANCING KETTLE AND OTHER JAPANESE FOLK TALES by °chide; and CROW BOY and THEIOLDEN FOOTPRINTS by Yashima. (BAVI)

THE STORY OF A BOQK11 minutes, colors 1962, distributed by Churchill Films, 115.

Holling C. Holling and his wife describe theprocess of creating a book, using their book PACO°. THE STORY OFA HERMIT-CRAB, as an example.Highly visual sequences show the ats p! of the process* finding the original idea, the painstaking research from boas and thrOugh observation, the actual writing and_illustriting, the=make-up of the dummy and the final printing of the book. In the STORY OF PRINTING by Simon printing from wood blocksto electronics is described. Foster's PAGES, PICTURES AND NUT follows a manuscript through to its publication. SOMEDAY YOU'LL WRITE by Yates will be of interest to the youthfulreader interested in becoming an author. (BAVI-DLS)

THE STORY OF MY LIFE* HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN 27 minutes, biws distributed by Film Center, Inc., $145. 29.

A series of pictures describe the life of Hans Christian Andersen from his humble birthplace through -his rise to world-wide renown.This film could-follow the story of "The Princess on -the Pea" from.Shodlock's:THEART OF THE STORYTELLER or "The Ugly:DUcklizig" Item-IT'S -PERFECTLY:TRUE ANDOTHIMSTORIES-translatedby-,LeYssaci: ImIpriparation the=storytellerright_readilither:biogriPhicalinformation in=Neynell"s-THE_STORY,',OF HANS S-CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN,,Goffees HANS:CHRISTIA:ANDERSEN, or,Stirlings!s_,THE-WILDSWAN. The StoryIelleright_Alse listin-to-tharecordinuTALES -OF'HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN ICaedmoiiTC-1673)_ where=Nichael Weave reads-"The-Tinderbox"i:'"The=imperor's-New-Clothes". "The Steadfast Tin Soldier",-ind-"The Emperor's-Nightingale".

STUART LITTLE52 minutes, color; produced by the NBC Child- ren's Theatre, 1967, distributed by Contemporary Films, $600.

Narrated with droll urbanity by Johnny Carson, the-television personality, this film delightfully, portrays the adventures of a mouse born into-a normal American- family asthe second son. Although based on-=a children's-book by E.B. White, this movie is for all ages of individuals who enjoy-that which is humorous and fanciful.A fairy tale, especially one involving-mice-or similar small animals- could -be pre= sented with this film. Imaginative stories about tiny beings such as Norton's THE BORROWERS, Seldon's THECRICKET IN TIMES SQUARE and THE. RESCUERS by Sharp could also beused effec- tively with this-selection.

SUGAR AND SPICE10 minutes, color; distributed by aci Productions, 1969, $130.

Take some sugar, add a little water andsome food coloring, blend to right consistency, pack into a mold; theseare the first steps to an amazing variety of tree and tabledecor- ations such as snowmen, Eastereggs, and other creations limited only by the imagination. View the film twice, once to become,inepired and a second time to get the recipe. The decorations are,,of course, consumed by thechildren before the film is done.This film could introduce books on party-planning such as PARTY ABC'S by Bryantor party craft books like Brock's PINATAS.

THE SWAPPING MAN6 minutes, color; 1963, distributedby -Punch Films, $95.

A catchy folksong, told and sung in mountaindialect by Jean Ritchie, about a likable chap who wouldswap any of his belongings for anything thatanyone might have, but who always got the best of the deal.Animated out -outs' and drawings are skillfully combined using theatop-motion technique. This film could accompany a folksinger, ora 30. storyteller with a_yarn_from Chase GRANDFATHER TALES. A display eight-include some recordings such as SONGS By_JEAN RITCHIE-(Elektra ERL-126),,SONGS-TO GROW-ON. Vol. 2, SCHOOL DAYS-(Folkways PC-7020)- sunglby-Charity Bailey and Pete Sieger, and BURLJVHSSINGS FOR,FUN (Decci.DL_8248). (BAVI)

SWIMMY :6-minutes, colors distributed by-Connecticut Films, Inc.,-$120.

Color, desigh-and-iusic are-so-creatively usedin this animated film version of Lionnies-picture book as to make viewing it a totally new experience.Here is a chance to highlight not only booksabout fiih, the sea; and Other animals, but to draw attention to books which offer dis- tinctive-illustrationaand design.Ohl might want to exhibit BRUNO MUNARI'S Z000 WINGFIN AND TOPPLE by Valens, SEASHORE STORY by Yashimas THE BIRDS AND THE BEASTS WERE THERE by Cole. (BAVI)

TADPOLE TALE 14 minutes, colors produced and distributed by Universal Education and Visual Arts, 1966, $165.

. A small boy catches a tadpole in the railiiiew York's Central Park.He takes it home, houtes it, feeds it, and watches it grow.When it becomes full -grown he brings it luck to the lake in the park. No narration is necessary because all age children-in a family program will under- stand the appeal of this Puerto Rican boy and his pet. Clevy's RUNAWAY RALPH picks up the same theme.

TEIVAsA BOY PREPARES FOR MANHOOD 22 minutes, colors a triangle film, 1967, distributed by aci Productions, 3250.

To prove that he is ready to assume the role ofa man, a ten-year old Polynesian boy travels from his Pacific Island home to an uninhabited island where he demonstrateshis conquest of fear by climbing a crtimblingvolcatio andshows his courage by working his way into the eerieinterior of the island. The film, winner of-many awards, depicts well the proud, Polynesian culture and its PacificIsland locale. Other characters who were called cowards andlived alone might be used for a book talk, suchas Mafatu in CALL IT COURAGE by Sperry, Nuvat in NUVAT THEBRAVE by Radko,' and Karam in O'Dell's ISLAND OF THE BLUEDOLPHINS. (BAVI)

THE THIEVING MAGPIE 10 minutes, colors produced anddis- tributed by Universal Educational and VisualArts, 1967, $155.

Gibocchino Rossini's overture to LA GASSALADRA provides a suitable background for the story of three kingsand 31.

their war against some magpies. The music - -light, delicate, and full of a remarkable, energetic forceis matched in bril lance by the sparkling colors in the film. Since this film illustrates that tyrants do not always triumphover the weak And defenseless, telling the tale of JACK THEGIANT KILLER or-DAVID-AND-GOLIATH-would-be-appropriate on-the same-program. The-artistic quality ,of the film suggeststhe-epera_re cording. HUMPERDINCKs- HANSELAND=GRETELlAngel _3506), MOZART,MAGIC -FLUTE (London5477)-anitSTUDENT_PRINCE-(Capitol W 1841).

TIDES OF FUNDY15 minutes, color, Province of Nova Scotia, 1965, depostied by the Canadian Travel FilmLibrary.

This presents a fascinating study of thephenomenal tides in tho Bay of Fundy on Canada's Atlantic coast and howthey affect the life in thatregion. It would interest children in the fifth and sixth_grades-and there-couldbe a display of such books as THE RISE AND FALL OFTHE SEAS by Brindze, WAVES, TIDES AND CURRENTS and THE POOLS ANDBEACHES by. Clemons.FOG MAGIC and THE LIGHT AT TERN ROCK by Sauer are stories about the fisherfolk shown in the iilm.

TI -JEAN GOES LUMBERING16 minutes, color; produced bythe- National Film Board of-Canada; distributed by theInter- national Film Bureau, $185.

This French-Canadian folktale transports theviewer to a logging camp deep in the Quebec woods whereTi-Jean, a rotund little fellow mounted on a great whitehorse, mysteriously appeared one day. After performingspectacular feats and ertablishing himselfas the best logger, he rode away.The tall tale humor brings Paul Bunysiite mind,and his mighty deeds can be found in'OL'PAUL, THE MIGHTY LOG- GER by Rounds., and Shepherd's PAUL-BUNYAN. The film could be combined with a story hour consisting ofa tall tale or a French-Canadian folk tale such as found inCarlson's THE TALKING CAT,' AND OTHER STORIESOF FRENCH CANADA. (BAVI)

TOWERS13 minutes, colors produced by AnthonyYellen, distributed by Creative Film Society, 11150.

This powerful film explores thepersonality of Simon Rodia and his great achievementsthe Towers of Watts. The words of Mr. Rodia and his neighbors,stunning photography and a vigorous musical score bringverve and a feeling of im- iediacy to the entire presentation.Books that could be used with this selection includeBEAUTIFUL JUNK by Median. Parallels to the life of Rodiamay be found in the bi- ographies of men inspired bya strong sense of purpose such as COLUMBUS by syme, and BETTER"KNOWNAS JOHNNY APPLESEED by Hunt. (BAVI) 32.

TRAIL RIDE 20 minutes, color; produced by National Film Board of Canada, distributed by Sterling Educational Films, Inc., $200.

Ten white city bey, and ten Aiirican Indian toys are filmed as they esperience_a twerweek-horse trek in- Western Canada. The-point-of-departure -is Lranch,ownectby-theLIndieniri=and many-of-thciedtl_cowboys on ;the trek4re Indians. As the trip-progreisesirthe-boys-learnneW'skillstihaire-a marvelous time, and dually achieve=a-new-understanding=of:their own abilit es `and values. -This tiliCie-rat:lictiohilt rather it-ilva_documentwrof'an-actuil experience.- Spectacular- scenery and:a-verrmaiculihe-life-elosete'nature-ind-animals are subtly underscored-with4n ethniermessage delivered by impliottion-Lather than-moralizing.Supporting books might include SMOKY THE COWHORSE-by James, THE FIRE PLUME;LEGENDS OP THE AMERICAN INDIAN collected by Schoolcraft and edited by John Bierhorsti THE.NEGRO-COWBOYS by Durham, and for the girls WINGED MOCCASINS; THE STORY OP SACAJAWEA.

TREEHOUSE9 minutes, color; produced and distributed by King Screen Productions, $140.

A beautiful timely film designed for elementary through junior high audiences.It focuses on the conflict between progress and environment as a little boy refuses to give up his treehouse, the last obstacle in a housing development site, to the friendly bulldozer operator.This film may have more immediacy for the suSurban youngster than CRY OP THE MARSH. The poem TREES by Joyce Kilmer may assist viewers in realizing how quickly man can destroy a tree which requires many years for growth. BIG TREE by Mary and Conrad Buff, TREE IN THE TRAIL by Holling C. Hailing, and YONIE WONDERNOSE by Marguerite DeAngeli are books which contribute to a greater awareness of the need to preserve all that is good and beaUtifv1.This film has been endorsed by the Earth Science Curriculum and the Environment Studies . Projects and was recognized as the Landers Meritorious Pill of the Year. (1970).

THE UGLY DUCKLING 14 minutes, color; produced by Inter- national Polk Stories and distributed by Doubleday Multimedia, $180.

"Stringless puppets" are used to depict this classic tale by Hans Christian Andersen.Imaginative sets create moods for the various episodes in.the life of the ugly dulling who grows into a lovely swan.The story has wide appeal, and the underlying moral provides a basis for discussion for relationships between people.Obvious complements to the film would be other fairy tales by Andersen or Aesop's THE PEACOCK'S COMPLAINT or THE STAG LOOKING INTO THE WATER. 33. Biographies of people who had difficult childhoods, suchas Helen Keller's THE STORY OF NY LIFE and Rumor Godden's-HAMS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN could effectively be used with this film.

THE UNIVERSE 26 minutes, Wit produced by the National Film Board of Canada, 1960,:distributed=bylloGraw-Hill, $165.

The farthest limits of- our perception of the-universe-are_ explored-bylive photography,- animation aid special effects. Winner of 11-major ,IWards, thinfilwwould_interest-children in-fifth=and_sixth_grades. -A=look-exhibit:for the-program might-include lonan's=MAN-PROBES-THE UNIVERSE and Asimov's ENVIRONMENTS OUT THERE.The librarian might introduce myths and fabled from Lum's THE STARS IN OUR HEAVEN andpoetry from Belting's THE STARS ARE SILVER REINDEER or IMAGINATION'S OTHER PLACE, compiled by Helen Plots.The film's creative qualitymight also lead children to read-LIEngle's WRINKLE IN TIME and other science fiction.

A VERY SPECIAL DAY 18 minutes, colors produced byRichard Boymer,_1966, distributed by Universal Educational& Visual Arts, 8230..--

Technically this film is excellent with beautifulphotography,' a beguiling musical theme and skillful editing that givesthe entire presentation the right momentum andpace.The action involves Claudia, a small girl who visits Coney Islandas part of her birthday celebration and becomesseparated from her father. An older boy on a jaunt to theamusement park with his friends must decide whether he shouldhelp the little lost girl or remain with his companions.This title will stimulate thought and discussionon making decisions and will suggest the use of materials suchas the Lady and the Tiger" in STORYTELLER'S PACK byStockton and EDGAR ALLAN by Neufeld.

WHITE MANE 39 minutes, Wit produced by Albert Lamorisse, distributed by Rembrandt Films, $225.

A film of great beauty, tenderness, andrare photographic mastery.It tells the story of a young boy's friendship with a proud wild stallion and how togetherthey resist the efforts of men who wish to capture thehorse and break his spirit.This film, winner of seven awards, including the International Grand Prise at the CannesFilm Festival, appeals to all ages. For the younger childrenBeatty's LITTLE WILD HORSE or Balch's WILD HORSETAMER could be intro- duced after the program and for theolder children Henry's KING OF THE WIND and Walter Farlxy'sbooks. 34. THE =VI TEDDY DEAR 14 minates. color; Modern Learning Aids (UNICEF). $140.

/ming Stephan is disappointed when he receives ci large brown teddy bear for Christmas instead of the white one.. Deciding to take it_back_to4anta for exchange., he-and the teddy-bear make the lonujourney-to-Lapland-wheretheyfihd-Santa cros- sing-theillakewith-Aiamanrhelpers. Thiorwouldbman excellent choice-fOr-Chm414Chrietmas prograaloombined with othar-holidaY-stories-mich-as "The,Shoemaker-and-the Elves"lfrom-:GegislIORLIALESTPROW.GRIMM--or "The Voyage of the Wee Red Cap" from-THE LONG CHRISTMAS by Sawyer.

WHITE THROAT 10 minutescolor; Dan Gibson, 1965, deposited by the Canadian Travel Film Library.

This beautiful film in which the white-throated sparrow and maw other species of wildlife-are seen in their natural setting needs neither narration nor musical sabre because the sounds of the forest are so clearly reproduced. This film would appeal to all ages.Some books to match the mood of .the.film are RAIN IN THE WOODS AND OTHER SMALL MAT- TERS by Rounds, THE BIRDS AND THE BEASTS WERE THERE; AN/NAL POEMS selected by William Cole, and BIRDS IN THE SKY by Lucy and John Hawkinson. (DAVI)

WINTER OF THE WITCH 24 minutes, colors produced by Parents Magazinica Films, distributed by the Learning Corporation of Amer,#2 .

When Nicky and his mother move into a house in the country inhabited by a resident 300-year-old witch, they mustcope with some unusual and amusing problems.Children will de- light in seeing how Nicky becomes acquainted withthe witch, how the witch struggles to adjust to the modern world and what happens when the witch concocts happiness pancakes. This modern witch story along with a traditional "spook* story like "The Strange Visitor" from Jacob's ENGLISHPAIR/ TALES would make a fun Halloween program._ 35

FILMS'FOR LIBRARIANS AND OTHER ADULTS INTERESTED

IN WORK WITH CHILDREN

THE LIVELY ART OF PICTURE MOUS 56 minates, colors produced and distributed by Weston Woods Studios, 1964, $495.

To heighten the enjoyment and appreciation of picture books mite show why they moan so such to children are the purposes for this unique film, commissioned by the Children's Services Division, ALA, written and edited by Joainla Poster, photo- graphed and edited by William D. Stoneback, and produced by Norton Schindel, Weston Woods Studios.The author and singer, John Langstaff, as narrator introduces the appeal of picture books through photographs of children reacting in various ways, samples the tremendous= variety in methods and styles of illustration by comparing how different artists have drawn cats, towns, lions, and trees, and emphasises the part played by,the authors and illustrators who created the pic- ture book. Robert McCloskey, Barbara Cooney; and Maurice Sendak are the.three artists interviewed, each tellingsome- thing of how he works, how the .books came about, and why they find children's books an important and satisfying form of expression. THE SNOWY DAY and THE TIME OP WONDER are shared through the complete film versions.Children's literature and art students, parents, teachers, and li- brarians are all audiences who have cordiallyreacted to viewing it. (BAVI DLS)

THE PLEASURE IS MUTUAL 24 minutes, colors produced by Connecticut Fibs, for th6 Westchester Libraly Systemi_N. Y., 1966, distributed by Children's Book Council,Inc., 1225.

Subtitled HOW TO CONDUCT EPPECTIVE PICTURE BOOKPROGRAMS? this instructional film was-produced by JoannaPoster and William D. Stoneback with the assistance. ofnne Isard. Children's Consultant for the WestchesterLibrary System of New York State. It is a lively training film which shows the value of good picture book pro for three -to -six year olds and demonstrated the of planning: preparation, and performance that is needed.- By viewing portionsof ten actual picture book programs, conducted bydifferent people in several public library and daycarecenter settings, would-be storytellers-- librarians, teachers; parents. aides, volunteersreceive assistance with techniquesand inspi- rations from the unselfconscious enjoyment ofthe children participating. A handbook, HOW TO CONDUCTEPPECTIVE PICTURE BOOK PROGRAMS, coordinated with the film, is available also from the Children's Book:Council, (DAVI - DLS) 36.

REACHING OUT30 minutes, color; produced and distributed for the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County by Joanna Foster and William D. Stoneback, Connecticut Films, 1968, $225.

The Demonstration of Library Services to Exceptional Children is a project carried out at the Cincirnati Public Library to encourage the development of library services for handicap- ped children comparable to those offered normal children. The work of the Demonstration is portrayed, vividly in this film which shows librarians going out'to the emotionally disturbed, the deaf, the blind, the retarded, the hospital- ized and the home-bound, and the socially maladjusted child. "It is through reaching out that a child grows and finds out who he is. For some children this is exceptionally difficult; In what ways can the library help such children to reach out?" Produced by Joanna Foster and William D. Stoneback who made "The Pleasure is Mutual" this is a sensitive and moving document which should be valuable for librarians, parents, educators, and normal children.With-it one would want to use books and other materials as suggested in the soon-to- be published lists prepared by the Demonstration. (BAVI-DLS)

THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT A STORY 27 minutes, color, produced by Connecticut Films, Inc., for the Dayton and Montgomery Public Library, Dayton, Ohio, 1969, distributed by Con- necticut Films, Inc.$240.

To share one community's experience with storytelling and thus, hopefully, stimulate others to find a similar joy in sharing this folk art are the purposes of the excellent training film produced by Joanna Foster and William D. Stoneback.Stories are told to Dayton and Montgomery County 6 to 12 year olds in the libraries, a Boy's Club, classrooms. a Scout meeting, a park and a museum byten storytellers with different styles and varying degrees of experience. The storytellers who are librarians, parents and teachers tell what they feel children gain from this experience, why they personally enjoy storytelling, where they find the stories they tell and how they select and prepare a story. Three complete stories and parts of seven others including folktales, myths, modern stories and poetry are told. (BAVI - DLS) 37.

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