For centuries, loko i'a, or fishponds, were a vital part of the Native Hawaiian food system, connecting freshwater sources to the ocean, using rock-wall enclosures to raise and eventually harvest fish. In recent decades, there has been a resurgence of this indigenous way of aquafarming. Kai Piha: Na Loko I'a looks at how four fishponds on O'ahu are being restored.
AWAIAULU is dedicated to developing resources and resource people that can bridge Hawaiian knowledge from the past to the present and the future. Awaiaulu works to perpetuate and advance the use of the Hawaiian language and train Hawaiian language translators and editors, generate Hawaiian language books and translations, and other educational material for universities, schools, research arenas, and the general public. This 2019 gathering at Washington Place, the home of Hawaii's last queen, was the introduction of Awaiaulu's programs, goals, mentor translators and newly trained translators to the community.
Audience: Students; Grades: 6-12; Subject Areas: World Language. What does a small isolated island in the Pacific have to teach the rest of the world? Te Pito O Te Henua: Rapa Nui tells the story of Rapa Nui. It explores the close ties between the Rapa Nui people and the people of Hawaii and how the Polynesian Voyaging Canoe Hokulea played a part in re-establishing the link between these two grand cultures. What can we learn from Rapa Nuis history and its present state? How does Rapa Nui effect how we view ourselves and how we treat our earth? Many lessons are learned in this documentary.
Raven, Frog, and Eagle discover the first humans in a giant clamshell washed up on the beach. Can Raven teach these ?people? how to survive in this new world before they drive him crazy in the process?
Grades: K-5; Subject Areas: Science. (2008) Nick discovers a variety of bugs that can inhabit a backyard garden. He visits an insect collection in the Australian museum, then demonstrates that a garden is home to a variety of creature. It's these living things that keep a garden healthy. Nick shows how to make an outdoor habitat that will encourage the growth of underwater creatures in a garden.
Most people say 'yes' even though their actions say 'no'. Don't be one of those people! Biz Kid$ will show you how you can develop your MDM (Million Dollar Mindset), maximize saving strategies, and get the best return on your investments so you can take advantage of the power of compound interest. You won't get rich overnight but eventually you'll be making millions.
Explores the historical significance of the United States Capitol in Washington D.C. Explains why this historic site is one of America's greatest symbols of democracy. Traces the building's history, from its early design to its imposing position on Capitol Hill. Provides an in depth tour of the Capitol building emphasizing why this national monument symbolizes the patriotism of the American people and the principles of a democratic government.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-3; Subject: Language Arts, Fine Arts. (2007) Colored chalk drawings help tell the story of Nasreddin, the youngest son of a wealthy family in the Turkish city of Aksehir. One fine day, Nasreddin's father says to him, "Nasreddin, a man must find his path in life. You'll soon be twelve and it's high time you made up your mind what you want to be." But young Nasreddin didn't know whether he wanted to be a soldier, a sailor, or a teacher; he thought to himself that if he travelled the world he might find a road sign posted with Nasreddin's Path.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-8; Subject: Music. (1998) Introduces Amie, a young English Spice Girls fan. Follows Amie, her older sister Samantha and their friend Melany as they record tracks in a studio in pursuit of their dream of becoming pop stars.
Audience: General; Grades: All; Subject Areas: Music.Ancient Hawaii musical instruments - its history, culture and ties to the people.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-8; Subject: Music. (1998) Introduces Damaris, who lives in Havana, Cuba. Damaris is learning to play the piano in music school and dreams of becoming a salsa singer when she is older.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-8; Subject: Music. (1998) Introduces 12-year-old Renson, who lives in Havana and plays percussion in a band called "Comparsa la Frontera." Renson and his band rehearse for the grand carnival at which they are to perform.
Video about the "Dirt" Show at the Museum of Art (2014)
Pacific Clues visits different archeological sites and clues found on varying islands. The series looks at how these clues help us to unlock the mysteries of the early inhabitants and cultures of the islands.
Pacific Clues visits different archeological sites and clues found on varying islands. The series looks at how these clues help us to unlock the mysteries of the early inhabitants and cultures of the islands.
Grades: All; Subject areas: Fine Arts. (2019)
Audience: General; Grades: 9-12; Subject: Fine Arts. (2017) Following 9 Hawaii print artists as they prepare for an exhibition at The Ropewalk, UK. From The Ropewalk: I ka Piko: The center or source, connections and balance. "I ka Piko not only describes our cultural relationships but also the islands we come from, growing up from the middle of the vast oceanic floor of the Pacific. In "I ka Piko" nine Hawai'i print artists explore through their work what it means to a Kama'aina (child of this land) to be from this unique place. Featuring: Gina Bacon Kerr, Marissa Eshima, Kathy Merrill Kelley, Barbara Okamoto, Mary Philpotts McGrath, Doug Po'oloa Tolentino, David B. Smith, Nancy Vilhauer, and George Woollard
Audience: General; Subject: Schools. (2018) See two large garden programs of the Hawaii Department of Education. First, Waikiki Elementary School's Mindful School Garden. Started on Earth Day over10 years ago, the fruit trees and farm plants are still going strong with help from students, parents, and community. Second, Makaha Elementary School's partnership with neighboring farm Hoa 'Aina O Makaha. Interviews with school garden teachers and staff.
Audience: General; Subject: Local businesses. (2015) Series on Hawaii's local businesses. This program is about Kawamoto Orchid Nursery located in Palolo Valley, Honolulu, Hawaii. For more information visit: http://www.kawamotoorchids.com/
General Audience; Subject Areas: Local history and culture. (2017) In this documentary Hawaiian historian, John Clark, takes you on a Ka'ahele Ma Waikiki, a tour of Waikiki, and shares its surfing history. He talks about the ali'i who lived there and loved its waves, the Hawaiian place names of its shoreline areas and surf spots and the styles of traditional Hawaiian surfing that were practiced there. Ka'ahele Ma Waikiki offers a truly unique look at one of the most beloved places in Hawaii.
Audience: Students; Grades: 6-12; Subject: World Cultures. (2014) From some of the most remote locations in the world the appealing photography of wide eyed children just being kids will quickly engage audience attention. These close-up programs are so captivating and the children so innocent that experiencing their unique lifestyles will have lasting effect. These children, like children everywhere, live their lives with the sweet innocence of youth combined with hopeful dreams for the future.
Bhutan's governing party pledged recently to follow the policies of the absolute monarchy it is replacing, after it won a landslide in the country?s first parliamentary elections. This remote, beautiful country truly is in the throes of a noble experiment. What makes this experiment unique is that this move towards democracy has been initiated by the ruling monarch himself.
Audience: General, Grades 4-12. Subjects: Social Studies. 1967: Israel: The End Of The Six-Day-War, 1960's (2010)
Audience: Students; Grades: K-3; Subject: Language Arts, Fine Arts. (2007) Colored chalk drawings help tell the story of Nasreddin, the youngest son of a wealthy family in the Turkish city of Aksehir. One fine day, Nasreddin's father says to him, "Nasreddin, a man must find his path in life. You'll soon be twelve and it's high time you made up your mind what you want to be." But young Nasreddin didn't know whether he wanted to be a soldier, a sailor, or a teacher; he thought to himself that if he travelled the world he might find a road sign posted with Nasreddin's Path.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-8; Subject: Music. (1998) Introduces Amie, a young English Spice Girls fan. Follows Amie, her older sister Samantha and their friend Melany as they record tracks in a studio in pursuit of their dream of becoming pop stars.
Audience: General; Grades: All; Subject Areas: Music.Ancient Hawaii musical instruments - its history, culture and ties to the people.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-8; Subject: Music. (1998) Introduces Damaris, who lives in Havana, Cuba. Damaris is learning to play the piano in music school and dreams of becoming a salsa singer when she is older.
Audience: Students; Grades: K-8; Subject: Music. (1998) Introduces 12-year-old Renson, who lives in Havana and plays percussion in a band called "Comparsa la Frontera." Renson and his band rehearse for the grand carnival at which they are to perform.