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Why Explore Space? (1962)

A thought provoking film which raises questions in both science and social studies. What are the values of space research? How does it relate to world problems? How will new knowledge change your life? The theme is brought to life through a superbly documented historic event: the flight of John Glenn, first American to orbit […]
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Why Is The Weather? (1962)

Uses live action and graphic techniques to explain weather in terms of its three basic elements–heat, air and water–showing the part each plays in making different kinds of weather and explaining how moving air masses cause weather changes. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you […]
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Why Kill the Goose: The Profit System (1955)

Examines the American profit system, showing that profits, although much smaller than generally believed, make possible a continuing stream of technological advances and new and better products which contribute to the rising living standards. We digitized and uploaded this film on behalf of the Prelinger Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about […]
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Why Not Be Beautiful? (1969)

Stresses the importance of cleanliness, good diet, and exercise as prerequisites for a healthy body and a beautiful face. Explains how to apply basic facial makeup, including foundation, blush powder, and eye makeup. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the […]
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Why Not Snack? (1975)

This short film without narration follows Michael, an urban boy of early junior high age, as he spends an afternoon over-indulging in snacks and ruins his appetite for the family dinner. A National Dairy Film, produced by Chicago Audio-Visual Services. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. why-not-snack-1975
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Why Of Army Missiles, The

Presented by the United States Army Missile Command, this film explains the basic mechanics of missiles and how they work. Animation and pictorial diagrams are used to illustrate the concepts and army footage is used to give a first hand look at actual missiles being prepared and launched. The film discusses the different kinds of […]
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Why Punctuate?

Designed to motivate the study of punctuation. Summarizes the basic usage rules. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project. why-punctuate
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Why Seasons Change (1960)

Uses animation to demonstrate that the yearly seasonal cycle is caused by the cyclical change in the tilt of the earth’s axis relative to the sun. Explains temperature changes and seasonal differences between the Northern and Southern hemispheres. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you […]
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Why Study Home Economics? (1955)

Janice and Carol are trying to decide on their next year’s high school classes and are at odds about the usefulness of home economics. Carol thinks that what her mom taught her should be enough for her to “get by”. Janice thinks otherwise – wanting to truly be prepared when she gets married. The home […]
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Why Study Latin? (1951)

This film explains and illustrates some of the more important reasons for studying Latin. Both the teacher and the students explain to an invisible narrator their reasons for studying Latin. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. why-study-latin-1951-2
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Why Vandalism? (1954)

Three boys from unhappy home situations share the feeling of being outsiders. Unable to join in the fun at a high-school student’s gathering place, the boys walk aimlessly along dark streets. They climb in an open window at the high school to see a white rabbit in a science room cage. Impulsively they destroy the […]
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Why We Respect the Law (1950)

Explains the importance of law in keeping order in a society. Shows that respect for the law is developed by a realization that law represents accumulated wisdom, that it is in harmony with laws of nature and that it is necessary to prevent trouble. Ken & 3 friends steal boards to make backstop for baseball […]
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