Category Archives: 1960s

Southern New England Region – New Industries (1963)

Discusses the economic recovery of the New England states following World War I. Illustrates the interrelationships between transportation, water, power, skilled labor and research centers in the new economic development.

Solids In The World Around Us (1963)

Explains that we live in a three-dimensional world and have been exposed to solid geometry since birth. Points out that even the wonderland of nature can be seen as variations on the circle, the triangle and the square.

Sound And How It Travels (1963)

Defines sound and shows that it is caused by vibrations which must travel from their source through a sound medium to be heard. Demonstrates the difference between one sound and another, and reveals some of the important uses of sound.

Square Dancing (1951)

Three generations have a swell time with neat costumes in this old-timey fun film

Step Lightly (1968)

Points out the need for the pedestrian and cyclist alike to be reflectorized while on the road at night. Uses dummies to illustrate what can happen to the human body if struck by a moving vehicle.

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Stop Driving Us Crazy (1961)

Rusty, a visitor from outer space who looks like a car, cannot communicate with people, only with cars. He says that people’s words of love and respect are forgotten when driving and asks viewers what they intend to do about it. Animation about mad/bad driving and drinking and driving. A visitor from outer space who [...]

Stop, Look, And Think (1962)

Focuses on the causes for pedestrian accidents and includes a demonstration by police officers at an elementary school to show length of space and time needed to stop a car.

Suited For Space (1966)

Tells the history of space suits, from Mercury through Apollo to future concepts. Views the portable life support system an astronaut will wear on the surface of the moon.

Styles Of Leadership (1962)

Shows how a common business problem regarding a new contract might be handled by four different types of leaders. Compares the major characteristics of the leaders and shows effects each has upon subordinates.