Myth of Race

19-minute video. Discussion guide included. This video traces the history of the social construct of race, from its beginnings in European politics and anthropology to its continuing destructive effects. Designed as an introductory companion piece to "Free Indeed," a video on white privileges. For grade 9 to adult.

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Free Indeed: Of White Privilege and How We Play the Game

Four white, middle-class young adults play a card game as a prerequisite for doing a service project for a black Baptist church. The game leads to a discussion about the privileges white people have and their attitudes about racism. A thought-provoking discussion starter.

30-minute black and white video. This video was a New York Film Festival finalist. For grade 9 to adults. Study guide included.

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Playing Fair: Anti-Racism Series

Series of four 15-minute videos (CC). Teacher's guides included. Produced by National Film Board of Canada, 1992. Each video explores racism in various settings from a child's viewpoint. For grades 2 to 6.

Beyond Hate: With Bill Moyers

88-minute video (CC). Produced by International Cultural Programming Inc. and Public Affairs Television Inc., 1991. "Is there something in us that loves to hate?" Bill Moyers asks. "Are there practical ways to go beyond hate?" Moyers canvasses a wide range of commentators and explores how religion has been twisted to promote hatred. For grade 10 to adults.

Beyond The News: Racism

25-minute video. Study guide included. Produced by Mennonite Board of Missions Media Ministries, 1993. Looks at the effects of prejudice, racism and white privilege on jobs, education, the judicial system and the church. For grade 12 to adults.

A Class Divided

60-minute video (CC). Discussion guide included. Produced by Yale University Films, 1985. In 1970, teacher Jane Elliott divided her elementary school class between blue eyes and brown and gave blue-eyed children preferential treatment. This classic program presents the effects of racial stereotyping in schools and suggests new approaches. Discussion guide was prepared by Jane Elliott. For grade 11 to adults.

Ending Racism: Working for a Racism Free 21st Century

35-minute video. Study guide included. Produced by Crossroads Ministry, 1996. Includes an overview of racism, a definition of systemic racism and examples of how racism confers privilege on white Americans and denies people of color access to power. Looks at what people can do to eliminate racism in their institutions. The study guide provides activities and suggestions. For grade 12 to adults.

For Angela

21-minute video (CC). Study guide included. Produced by National Film Board of Canada, 1995. Set in Winnipeg, Man., this drama tells the true story of an Aboriginal woman and her young daughter taking a stand against racism. For grade 10 to adult.

Martin Luther King: 'I Have a Dream'

25-minute video. Produced by MPI Home Video, 1986. Includes Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, delivered to thousands on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 28, 1963. Also includes footage from the civil rights struggle. For grade 11 to adults.

Nobody's Born a Racist

20-minute video. Produced by Students Commission, 1996. Produced by youth for youth. Through stories, interviews and illustrations, the video deals with these issues: aboriginal life in Canada, Canadians' immigrant roots, Canada as a multiracial culture, systemic racism and the power of youth to bring about changes. Recommended for Canadian youth groups.

True Colors

19-minute video (CC). Produced by ABC, 1989. In this edition of ABC's "Prime Time," host Diane Sawyer follows two men, equal in all measurable aspects except that one is black and the other is white, in various situations to test prejudice based on skin color. Explores society's reactions to each in situations such as looking for a job or for a house to rent. A great discussion starter. For grade 9 to adults.