Wednesday, Sept. 26
8-10:30 p.m. E/P

PBS

Subjects: US and World History

Middle and High School

"The War"

This fourth episode of the new WWII documentary series is entitled "Pride of Our Nation". By June 1944, there are signs on both sides of the world that the tide of the war is turning. On June 6, 1944, D-Day, a million-and-a-half Allied troops embark on the invasion of France. Among them are Dwain Luce of Mobile, who drops behind enemy lines in a glider; Quentin Aanenson of Luverne, who flies his first combat mission over the Normandy coast; and Joseph Vaghi of Waterbury, who manages to survive the disastrous landing on Omaha Beach, where German resistance ravages the American forces in the bloodiest day in American history since the Civil War. But the Allies succeed in tearing a 45-mile gap in Hitler's vaunted Atlantic Wall. Bogged down in the Norman hedgerows, facing German troops determined to make them pay for every inch of territory they gain, the Allies for months measure their progress in yards and suffer far greater casualties than expected.

Log on http://www.pbs.org/thewar

Thursday, Sept. 27
8-9 p.m. E/P

Discovery Science Channel

Subjects: Science and Geography

Elementary, Middle and High School

"Hot Rocks: Geology of Civilization -California"

Documentary host Iain Stewart takes viewers on a journey around the Pacific Rim, showing how geology shaped the region's history and culture. He visits California one of the most geologically hazardous places on the planet.

Thursday, Sept. 27
9-10:30 p.m. E/P

PBS

Subjects: US History and Government

Elementary, Middle and High School

"All American Presidential Forums"

Tavis Smiley moderates a panel of journalists of color posing questions to the major Republican presidential candidates in this historic forum. Candidates will be quizzed on issues ranging from healthcare and housing to Katrina relief, the economy and the environment, among others, as outlined in Smiley's New York Times best-seller, "Covenant With Black America".

Friday, Sept. 28
6-7 p.m. E/P

Discovery Science Channel

Subjects: Science and Technology

Elementary, Middle and High School

"Beyond Invention Animal Inspired Innovations"

This documentary introduces viewers to Jeffrey Turner, a genetic mastermind who stops bullets by splicing spiders with goats; Keller Autumn, a biologist who dreams of sending robotic lizards to Mars; and Bob McIntyre, a country inventor unleashing a bionic predator over Scotland.

Saturday, Sept. 29
4-5:30 p.m. E/P

HBO

Subjects: US History

Middle and High School

"Little Rock Central High 50 Years Later"

In 1957, Little Rock Central High School became a symbol of the struggles and hopes of the Civil Rights Movement. Nine African-American students were prevented from entering the building by an angry mob of whites outside the school. After 50 years, it is a stark reminder of the steps that still need to be made toward equality. This documentary is an eye-opening look at racial equality, education, and class at the landmark high school today, where educational equality remains elusive. Filmmakers Brent and Craig Renaud began filming as the school and the nation prepared for the 50th Anniversary of the famous Integration Crisis 1957. The film follows present day Central High students and faculty both in and out of school, along with community leaders and one of the original "Little Rock Nine," who reflects on how much, and how little, has changed since she courageously crossed the school's steps nearly half a century ago. Rated TV-14

Web links for further information http://www.hbo.com/docs and http://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/08/us/08deseg.html?ex=1336276800&en=7c00072e2f2ec1d5&ei=5090&partner=rssuserland&emc=rss

Saturday, Sept. 29
8-9 p.m. E/P

Discovery Science Channel

Subjects: Science

Elementary, Middle and High School

"The Sun"

This documentary explores the past, present, and future of the sun's importance to our world. Satellites and solar telescopes provide the best images of the sun ever seen on television. Discover how harnessing the sun's power helps to meet escalating energy needs.