Wonders of Biology : Animals, Insects, Plants & Fungi The 13-title Wonders of Biology series covers subjects from animals and insects to plants and fungi. Students will develop a basic understanding of the fundamentals of Biology and work their way up to more complex subjects.   Biology: Mini World Of Insects & Spiders You may think that the insects you see crawling along the ground or buzzing overhead are nothing but simple bugs. A closer look at their lives will reveal that insects and spiders have many interesting and unusual ways of finding food, laying eggs, building their homes and protecting themselves. This program illustrates how insects and spiders perform daily tasks in unique ways and the difference between the two. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Arachnology, Camouflage, Colony, Entomology, Exoskeleton, Larva, Metamorphosis, Pollinate. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Arachnology, Ecology, Entomology, Zoology. 24 min. K4501DVD $ 44.95 Farmer Ants Attas ants, commonly referred to as leafcutter ants, are the farmers of the ant kingdom. They farm their crops similarly to human farmers and biologists marvel at the precise farming techniques, efficiency and co-ordination that have kept these remarkable creatures in existence. This program looks at the behaviors of leafcutter ants and explores their agricultural ability along with their natural instinct to farm and maintain crops that are pest and disease free. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Agriculture, Castes, Cultivate, Fungus, Irrigate, Herbivore, Pathogen, Social Insects Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, Botany, Entomology, Horticulture. 14 min. K4502DVD $ 44.95 Insects Using Chemistry The insect is both a fascinating subject of study and a potential threat to our food supply. In this program we enter the tiny, complex kingdom of the insect to learn how the chemicals in their bodies help tem to communicate and adapt to their world. Students discover how this knowledge is leading to new, natural ways to control pests and why these controls are essential for the protection of our crops. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Abdomen, Antennae, Aphids, Drone, Fungus, Glands, Pheromone, Queen Bee Relevant Curriculum Areas: Agriculture, Botany, Chemistry, Ecology, Entomology, Life Science. 14 min. K4503DVD $ 44.95 Entomology: Leafcutter Ants-Pests or Pals The leafcutter ants of South America are considered terrible pests by those who share their land, because leafcutters devastate the vegetation around them. Watching leaftcutter ants in action is like watching thousands of tiny farmers and engineers at work. These tiny insects have amazing skills as builders, farmers and even chemists. They grow their own food in a complex maze that is controlled with precision and kept free of impurities. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Architect, Culture, Colony, Fungus, Irrigate, Petri dish, Pupa Relevant Curriculum Areas: Agricultural Science, Animal Behavior, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Entomology, General Science, Life Science. 14 min. K4504DVD $ 44.95 Entomology: The Buzz About Bees Travel nearly anywhere in the world and you're sure to find bees. With over 20,000 species, these flying insects have settled into every corner of the globe except Antarctica. Discover how the appearance of flowers on our planet over 130 million years ago led to the evolution of bees. Follow some interesting species as they build their nests and hives, lay their eggs and raise their young and find and gather nectar and pollen. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Abdomen, Antennae, Branching Hairs, Forager, Mandibles, Nectar, Pollen, Queen, Swarm, Thorax, Worker Bee. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, Entomology, General Science, Life Science. 22 min. K4505DVD $44.95 The Abundant Beetles There are approximately 1 ¼ million known species of animals on earth. About a quarter of these species are beetles. This program provides a fascinating look at the world's most abundant and successful forms of insect life, as it details the life cycles of two of its representatives, the fearsomely predatory tiger beetle and the familiar ladybug. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Abdomen, Beetle, Dormant, Habitat, Insect, Larva, Predator, Pupa, Species, Thorax, Weevils, Whirligig Beetle. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, Entomology, General Science, Life Science. 26 min. K4506DVD $44.95 The Minds of Birds Birds have graced our skies for more than 150 million years. There are more than 9,000 different species, each with their own unique adaptations and instincts for survival. This program takes a close look into the mind of birds and teaches how these creatures use thought to solve problems, communicate and thrive in their environments. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Avian, Cache, Communication, Flock, Matter, Regurgitate, Species. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Animal Behavior, Biology, Ecology, Ornithology, Zoology. 19 min. K4507DVD $44.95 Understanding Animal Behavior Are animals intelligent? Bees communicate with each other and monkeys use rocks and sticks to help them get food. Is this instinctual or is it evidence of thought? Some scientists believe that one measure of intelligence is self-awareness and that an animal's reaction to its own image in a mirror can tell us whether or not it is self-aware. This program looks at fish, birds, monkeys and primates and their reactions to themselves in a mirror. Researchers look for signs of self-recognition as they observe, record and interpret the reactions of these animals. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Aggression, Dominant, Instinct, Migrating, Population, Primates, Self-awareness, Territory. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Animal Behavior, Life Sciences, Physiology, Psychology. 15 min. K4508DVD $44.95 Biology: The Human Host Millions of life forms, in infinite sizes and shapes, share our world. Each of these forms seeks its place in the chain of life. One of those places happens to be very close to home - the human body. There are more organisms living on and within the human body than there are people on earth. While some are harmless and even beneficial, others can cause us discomfort or disease. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Amoebae, Bacteria, Bed Bugs, Blood Flukes, Filarial Worms, Fungi, Host, Lymph Glands, Parasite, Tapeworm, Tsetse Fly Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, Ecology, Entomology, General Science, Health, Life Science, Microbiology, Physiology. 15 min. K4509DVD $44.95 Biology: Understanding Frogs &Toads Fossils show us that frogs and toads made their appearances on earth at least 100 million years ago. They are amphibians, cold-blooded animals that were among the first backboned animals to leave the water for life on land. This program features a fascinating array of these intriguing creatures as it begins with the typical frog and toad life cycle, diet and defense mechanisms and goes on to show some of the interesting adaptations which have enabled frogs and toads to survive and thrive in such a diversity of habitats. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Amphibian, Bacteria, Biologist, Frog, Gills, Hibernation, Predator, Tadpoles, Toad Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, General Science, Life Science. 24 min. K4510DVD $44.95 Biology: Changing Natures Blueprint Discover how scientists are using nature's blueprint, DNA to genetically engineer pharmaceuticals to cure hereditary and acquired diseases. With the help of sheep, scientists found a way to manufacture Factor 9, which gives blood its clotting ability and hopes for a cure of hemophilia. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Biotechnology, Capsid, DNA, Genes, Genome, Hemophilia, Nucleotides, Plasmids, Transgenic Relevant Curriculum Areas: Agriculture, Biology, Genetics, Health Science, Zoology. 14 min. K4511DVD $44.95 Biology: Fungi-Neither Plant Nor Animal Many students may be surprised to discover that the familiar mushroom is not really a plant. It belongs to a family of organisms known as fungi - a group so unique, biologists have placed them in a kingdom all on their own. This program provides a close-up look at these intriguing and varied life forms. As we discover more about the unusual fungi, we are finding new ways to grow healthier crops, fight insect pests and treat diseases. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Antibiotic, Chlorophyll, Fly Agaric, Fungus, Gills, Humus, Penicillin, Spore, Symbiosis. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, Botany, Ecology, General Science, Health & Medicine, Microbiology. 16 min. K4512DVD $44.95 Medicine: Nature's Pharmacy Some of the most important tools in the treatment of disease have been around for millions of years - the natural healing chemicals of plants and animals. This program takes a look at the complex process of new drug discovery and reveals some of the most important discoveries from nature. These healing medicines from nature's bounty may prove to be the hope for the future. Includes suggestions for careers in this field of study. Terms Covered In This Edition Include: Anesthetic, Antibiotic, Bacteria, Magainin, Marine, Penicillin, Tunicate, Submersible. Relevant Curriculum Areas: Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Ecology, Forestry, General Science, Life Science, Marine Science, Medical Science, Pharmacology. 15 min. K4513DVD $44.95 Call Toll-Free (800) 262-8862 Fax orders 24 hours a day to (310) 574-0886 Mail orders: 2321 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291 Copyright © 1998-2003 TMW Media Group. All rights reserved.