Parent's Guide March 2010
Celebrate Women’s History Month
The People Speak**
Monday 1 * History Channel * 6:00 am
This is the second half of the two-part program, giving voice to people who have lent their voices to the effort of social change in our country.
Robert Rauschenberg: Man at Work**
Tuesday 2 * Ovation * 5:00 am
In the transition from Abstract Expressionism to Pop Art that started in the 1950s, artist Robert Rauschenberg stood out for his work that combined different mediums and unusual materials.
Crazy Horse: The Last Warrior**
Tuesday 2 * Bio * 7:00 am
This episode profiles the Lakota Sioux leader and his work to hang onto the land his people believed to be sacred.
The Luck of the Irish**
Tuesday 2 * Disney * 3:00 am
A young boy panics when he realizes he’s lost his lucky charm, but in searching for it he realizes that a person can make his or her own luck.
Nick News with Linda Ellerbee: Cheaters Never Win: True or False?
Sunday 7 * Nickelodeon * 8:00 pm
With the latest news of politicians and sports figures lying to the public, what kind of message are kids getting? Veteran journalist Linda Ellerbee hosts this new episode of her award-winning series, looking at cheating in school and what makes kids cheat.
Suffragette Movement: The Female Rebellion**
Monday 8 * History Channel * 6:00 pm
The word “suffragette” started as a derogatory tag for women fighting for the right to vote. But the strong and outspoken ladies took back that word and turned it into a proud label for women fighting for equality. Learn about this daring group of women and how they paved the way for modern women.
Biography: Annie Oakley**
Tuesday 9 * Bio * 7:00 am
It may have been Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show, but Annie Oakley was the sure-shot star. This program profiles the young girl from Ohio who made it big in the old West.
SportsCentury & Schaap One on One Marathon: Women's History Month
Sunday 14 * ESPN Classic * 1:00 pm
In honor of Women's History Month, watch a marathon of "SportsCentury" and "Schaap One on One" episodes highlighting the achievements of women in sport.
Saint Patrick: The Man, the Myth**
Monday 15 * History Channel * 6:00 am
He is the patron saint of Ireland and we celebrate his day with great parties and by wearing green. This program looks into how he earned his place in the hearts of the Irish, although his life is somewhat of a mystery.
Samurai
Tuesday 16 * History Channel * 8:00 pm
Join Japanese-American actor Masi Oka ("Heroes") in a personal and fascinating exploration of the samurai. It begins with the story of Miyamoto Musashi, the most famous Samurai of all time, and the school he founded the "Hyoho Niten Ichi Ryu." Masi will train in the Samurai sword discipline of Kenjutsu and meet with people who still live by the Samurai honor code of Bushido.
Susan B. Anthony: Rebel for a Cause**
Tuesday 16 * Bio * 7:00 am
Using re-enactments, this documentary special profiles the life of the woman who fought hardest and loudest to give women the right to vote alongside the men.
Life
Sunday 21 * Discovery * 8:00 pm
We know the old adage about survival of the fittest, and this new series shows just how far animals on this planet will go to survive. For some creatures, it's about their appearance designed to scare off predators. For others it's about being fierce and fast. And for some creatures, survival comes from banding together for the good of all. No matter what the tricks, this series (as the title confirms) is all about life.
Women Combat Pilots **
Monday 22 * History Channel * 6:00 am
Through history, women have often had to step into traditionally male roles to lend a hand. This program explores the struggles and accomplishments of female pilots through history, from the Women Air Force Service Pilots of WWII to today’s female combat pilots.
Cleopatra: The Last Pharaoh**
Tuesday 23 * Bio * 7:00 am
The movies have depicted this regal queen in many ways, but what is the truth? Learn more about Cleopatra, Queen of the Nile in this program that searched for clues in history about what she was really like.
Founding Mothers**
Monday 29 * History Channel * 6:00 am
You know what they say…behind every successful man is a very important woman. This documentary looks at the women behind the scenes supporting our country’s founding fathers and how those women helped keep it all together. Based on the book by journalist Cokie Roberts.
Biography: Jesus**
Tuesday 30 * Bio * 7:00 am
In-depth interview with scholars combined with archaeological findings combine in an attempt to paint a picture of the life of Jesus.
Future Food
Tuesday 30 * Planet Green * 10:00 pm
Meet "molecular gastronomists," Homaro Cantu and Ben Roche in this crazy new series that looks to change the way you eat now and in the future. These two adventurers are world renowned chefs and scientists with several patents to their names. The series will follow the chefs as they combine technology, innovation and unusual ingredients to create the food we may see on our plates in the future.
McDonald’s High School All-American Game
Wednesday 31 * ESPN2 * 8:00 pm
Who's next? That's the question posed as top stars from across the country come together in Columbus, Ohio, for the McDonald’s High School All-American Game.
Series
Truth or Scare
Daily * Discovery Kids * 6:00 am
Michelle Trachtenberg hosts this series that investigates strange phenomena, mysteries, myths and legends.
Hip Hop Harry
Daily * Discovery Kids * 11:00 am, 6:00 & 10:00 pm
Geared for preschoolers, this live-action series features a lovable singing and dancing bear that helps kids learn about life and dealing with others.
CNN Student News**
Weekdays * CNN Headline News * 4:00 am
This series provides a timely 10-minute news program that covers current events and national news.
Team Umizoomi**
Weekdays * Nick Jr * 11:30 am
Perfect for preschoolers, this series focuses on math and how a team of superheroes use math to solve big problems..
The Jeff Corwin Experience
Weekdays * Animal Planet * 2:00 pm
Follow intrepid traveler and animal lover Jeff Corwin as he introduces amazing and unique animals from around the world.
On the Web
Check out these websites for additional information, educator’s guides, video, games and more.
Bio4Kids (Biography)
http://www.biography.com/bio4kids
Book TV: Authors on Writing (C-SPAN)
http://www.booktv.org
Ovation TV’s Arts Ed Toolkit (Ovation)
http://www.ovationtv.com/educators
Puzzlemaker (Discovery)
http://puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com
Saint Patrick’s Day (History)
http://www.history.com/topics/st-patricks-day
This Day in History (History)
http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Women’s History (Biography)
http://www.biography.com/womens-history
Women’s History (History)
http://www.history.com/topics/womens-history-month
Politics (C-SPAN)
http://www.c-span.org
Think MTV: Serve (MTV)
http://think.mtv.com/groups/serve
Family Health 101: Puzzles (TLC)
http://tlc.discovery.com/guides/family/health-101/honey/puzzles/puzzles.html
Toot & Puddle Friendship Garden (Nick Jr.)
http://www.nickjr.com/games/toot-puddle-friendship-garden.jhtml
Internet Safety & Media Literacy
http://www.pointsmartclicksafe.org
* Programs designated for Cable in the Classroom are cleared of copyright restrictions for classroom use. These programs, representing just a few of the month's selections, also may appear at additional dates and times.
