HappyGrace Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 I am not really using my Netflix because their search function stinks! I want to fill up our queue this summer with lots of History Channel or cool science type things, documentaries, etc.-really anything that could be considered educational. My dc are 11 and 8 and I really want to stretch them in this way and spark some different fields of interest-we don't have cable and I think they'd enjoy some engaging educational dvds. If there is already a thread on this, could you please link me? I've seen some of the "chronological history" Netflix threads, but nothing just in general. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alicia64 Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recovering Sociopath Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Not sure how age appropriate they are, but I adore all of Ken Burns' documentary work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aspasia Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 We love "Oceans" by Disney. It's beautiful and completely sustained my 4-year-old's attention for the entire time. At the same time, dh and I were completely captivated. I've also seen a lot of people who really love Beakman's World. (Around here, we're still into the Leapfrog videos and Sid the Science Kidm but I realize your kids may be a little above that ;)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenda in FL Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 We're enjoying the Leonard Bernstein Young People's Concerts series. The episodes are one full hour - and there are three to a disk - so we just watch one episode a week. I am pleasantly surprised so far with my kids' reception - but I don't want to chance trying to fit more episodes in per week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cynful Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 My kids have liked anything IMAX or National Geographic and they have some great science documentaries, even history. We love the Young People's Concerts by Leonard Bernstein. Also biographies are great, though you might want to make sure they are ok first. I have a huge list of things in my queue but those stand out to me. If they like NASA or space, there are some great ones there too. Let me know if you want more exact names. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedgehogs4 Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 My daughter (6) was riveted by IMAX Coral Reef (I can't remember the exact name.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbosh237 Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 We watched Microcosmos the other day and all 3 of my kids LOVED it. Just a little documentary on bugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clover11 Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 We just watched Rome: Rise and Fall of an Empire and really enjoyed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissKNG Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Beakman's World Liberty's Kids National Geographic shows Cyber Chase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8filltheheart Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Through the Worm Hole Liberty Kids (I'm extremely tired and that is all that comees to mind off the top of my head. But my kids watch this stuff for fun b/c they love it.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Secrets of Jerusalem The Jewish People: A Story of Survival Candle in the Wind Watercolors: Introduction to Still Life American Expereince: Panama Canal The natural History of the Chicken Colony (bees) Secret life of plants guns germs steel the photographers the art of the steal people of the wind the discoverers: Imax 400 years of the telescope mine dog town science of dogs dogs decoded how smart are animals life of birds conquistadors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 when worlds collide children of chabannes inside the embassy elizabeth cady stanton and susan b. anthony here i stand martin luther radio bikini greatest presidents building pharaohs ship lost ships of rome flying cheap mighty machines making stuff rat attack pluto files gone with the wind bizarre foods big cat diary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 between the lines van gogh strange days on planet earth 2 the agony and the ecstasy the call of the wild inn of the sixth happiness robinson crusoe around the world in 80 days christopher columbus botany bay alexander the great memphis belle battle for warsaw gallipoli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted June 26, 2011 Author Share Posted June 26, 2011 Thank you for these-wow, this will really help! Hunter, THANK YOU for taking the time to list those-they look fantastic! (I've been following several of your posts lately, both here and on the hs board, and they are always so thought-provoking and Lord-honoring. I love the things in your siggy too. Thank you for your presence and your wisdom here.) PlumCrazy-thanks for the searching tip! Can't wait to fill up my queue!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aspasia Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Funny, I just posted a couple of posts on my Blog and on Squidoo about this very topic. Did you know there is a fantastic catagory called Homework Help that has all of the IMAX movies right there? Along with a bunch of science lessons, math, history, live theater performances and art movies? Click on Browse DVD/Genres/Special Interest/Homework Help I also posted a whole list of search terms for specific science catagories and I started on movies. I plan to do history next. Here's a direct link to the search tips: http://www.new2homeschooling.com/2011/06/searching-for-science-on-netflix.html What a great tip! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Watch "The Crossing" with Jeff Daniels as General Washington during the Battle of Trenton in 1776. I can't tell you how much I love this film. We watch it every year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Thank you HappyGrace! :-) I haven't previewed all of them yet, so approach with some caution. I adore netflix, but the search feature is just torture. Sometimes even putting in the exact title, doesn't bring up the movie, especially while in the ipad app. I'll be watching this thread closely for ideas :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmschooling Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Liberty's Kids Creatures That Defy Evolution River Monsters Wild China Leap Frog (lots of them are there!) IMAX Discover ____ (china, italy, etc.) Drive Thru History CyberChase Sid the Science Kid Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That Disney Earth .... there's more but this is what comes to mind for now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmschooling Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 (edited) I just found a ton more... There's a ton of VeggieTales. Adventures in Odyssey TorchLighters Chica, Chica, 123 Goodnight Moon The Borrowers Indian in the Cupboard The Prince of Egypt Activity TV Roach Approach (cartoon, faith based) Max Lucado children's Treasury Bug Rangers Praise Baby Wonder's of God's Creation English Punctuation Hermie and Friends Angel Wars Scripture Bugs So Many Feathers: Bird Watching Dragons or Dinosaurs? Lots of National Geographic NOVA Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill Avalon High God of Wonders From A to Z: Alphabet of Prayers Animal Planet Masterpiece Classic Edited June 26, 2011 by hmschooling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmschooling Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Night Into the Pride Hunter Hunted Feeding Frenzy How Smart Are Animals? Dinosaur Train Greatest Heros and Legends of the Bible MythBusters Super Why Discovery Atlas Tall Tales & Legends The Case for Faith Martha Speaks Pinky Dinky Doo The Electric Company (new one) Mighty Machines How'd They Build That? America's Godly Heritage (Wallbuilders) The Fanny Cosby Story John Wycliff Max Lucado 3:16 Foot Steps of Goliath (not sure which side this takes) Babylon: Past, Present, and Future Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 http://instantwatcher.com/genres/130 - All Instant Netflix movies listed in a more searchable manner Thank You!!! :-) Now I don't need to clog up my que with EVERY documentary I see, just in case I MIGHT want to see it. Sigh of happiness :-) Now I can save what is a priority :-) Happy dance! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmschooling Posted June 27, 2011 Share Posted June 27, 2011 HappyGrace & Infomom, Glad I could be of help. :001_smile: For History: The kids loved Liberty's Kids and still ask to watch it. I :iagree:Netflix searches need to be improved. I'm hoping they will fix it soon, since I want to cut back (or off) cable and just go Netflix. Xbox is supposed to be adding live tv with dvr options in the fall, so *crosses fingers* I can get rid of cable completely. In fact, they are adding their Bing search service to xbox, so you can search for everything media-related easier. For example, you type in (or say)Tigers and it will show everything tiger-related in xbox media, including Netflix movies, Hulu shows and music through Zune. (Yes, I'm a techie girl ;)) It might finally be a reason to get rid of cable and get a second xbox. Here's some more links for you: http://instantwatcher.com/genres/130 - All Instant Netflix movies listed in a more searchable manner http://www.new2homeschooling.com/search/label/Netflix - My lists of science movies http://science-documentaries.com/ - Access to science-related documentaries and lectures You're making me wish we had an xbox now! We have no TV stations or cable, but we do access Netflix from our Wii or Playstation3. But it doesn't do all that you listed the xbox will do!! :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted June 27, 2011 Author Share Posted June 27, 2011 :svengo: So many new ones to watch-I am a happy, happy woman!!!! Thank you so much! :) The kids will be SO excited! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angel marie Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 john adams series for studying revolution. awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Persephone Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 (edited) The Revolution (History Channel; 13 episodes-long). DC (13) loves it. DC (9) likes it, but there are some sections of it that are questionable in terms of age-appropriateness. It definitely focuses on the war aspect of the revolution, rather than the Continental Congress aspect.... Edited June 29, 2011 by Persephone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 john adams series for studying revolution. awesome! What's the age appropriateness for this one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Running the race Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Thanks for this list. I added a bunch to my queue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oops, duplicate account :/ Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 (edited) Audobon documentary...we LOVED it! http://www.netflix.com/Movie/John-James-Audubon/70149657?strkid=2126075444_4_0&lnkctr=srchrd-sr&strackid=278f432708037c2f_4_srl&trkid=222336 Edited June 29, 2011 by JENinOR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 The PBS series colonial house frontier house 1940's house We like to watch those together. Also, All creatures Great and Small: These are just before and just after WW2, also interesting in the types of things that vets do. The Good Life (sometimes Good Neighbors), not as educational, although it is about sustainability and self-sufficiency. I like it as it is funny, and about people who decide to go against the grain and do things there way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angel marie Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 the john adams series i would think is for junior high/high school. i can't remember ever scene, but there is one that john adams hadn't seen abagail for awhile when he was in france. you don't see anything very explicit, but you know what they were doing. you may want to watch the episode first before your young watches to make your own decision. my 8th grader watched it and we had no problems with it, but i know this varies from family to family. also, the this is the series that was on hbo a few years back that won all the awards. we used the series as a precursor before heading to the east coast for a revolutionary fieldtrip. it was amazing! we went to boston, all the areas around it and then took train to philly. angel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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