The life and times of John Glenn are documented in this wonderfully patriotic film. The movie begins with an elegant minute long introduction by President John F. Kennedy in which he explains the importance of the NASA space program and its greatest star, John Glenn. Interviews with people from John Glenns childhood, such as neighbors and teachers, are dispersed throughout the film

Here are the films these will show history of America and aspects of the Works Project Administration. Work Pays America (1937) - This film shows all the helpful aspects of the Works Project Administration. / We Work Again (1930s) - This WPA (Works Project Administration) film tries to convey that the New Deal is beneficial for African-Americans. / Better Housing News Flash (1935) - A great government propaganda piece about the benefits of The National Housing Act. / National Recovery Administration Promo (1933) - This is an interesting promo for the NRA made by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. / Man Against the River (1937) - Terrific footage of the WPA (Works Project Administration) dealing with the Ohio River flood of 1937

Zip Codes weren't always in standard use with the US Post Office. In fact, it took a bit of persuasion and exposition to show people that including the codes with their mail ensures that the mail will travel faster and provide more accurate delivery to all. The film explains the importance of the zip code system using a fantastic selection of songs by a fictional band

The saga of Horatio Nelson Jackson, the first man to cross the United States by automobile--in 1903

Dozens of Instant and Irresistible Ideas and Activities From Creative Teachers Across the Country

Following the well-known and much-loved Rookie Books format, these fun and informative books introduce early elementary-school children to the basic facts about major holidays. Each book explains the development of the holiday and how it is celebrated today, and includes holiday games, traditions, crafts, and foods. --This text refers to the Paperback edition