HOW TO SUCCEED IN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sixth graders being taped for an orientation video describe their ups and downs when starting middle school. Gabby recalls getting lost looking for her classes. Mike was frustrated over a stuck locker. Rick signed up for too many extracurricular activities and got swamped. Lisa missed her deadline as a reporter for the school paper. Cliff was intimidated by older boys at basketball tryouts. Produced with flair and age-level humor, this reassuring program shows viewers how to balance school assignments with outside activities, manage small troubles with peer help, and approach teachers or a counselor with harder problems. Includes a 46-page guide (on disc) with discussion questions, activities, role plays, and a script. Grades 5–9. Color. 22 minutes. Sunburst. ©1994.SUN474V