Boycott Casey Anthony Movie, Books

When Casey Anthony, the Florida mother accused of killing her 2-year-old child was found not guilty, public outrage spurred questions of movie deals. Now over a year after the Miami mom walked free, those rumors are still pending. Here are thoughts on why boycotting books and movies based on Casey Anthony is the best form of justice.

Probably the biggest issue of the Anthony trial was Casey's failure to report her daughter Caylee missing for more than 30 days. She was photographed partying and seeming completely unconcerned about her child's whereabouts. In and effort to bring other parents to accountability, "Caylee's Law" would make it a felony charge for failure to report a child missing or dead within a short period of time. Boycott Casey Anthony Book, Movie Deals

TLC Caves to Pressure, Pulls All-American Muslim

TLC (The Learning Channel) has caved to pressure from Florida Family Association and pulled the controversial show "All-American Muslim." Ratings were low, says LA Times, and thanks to FFA's haranguing, many sponsors dropped the show.
I'm a Christian; I'm also an American who believes in freedom, of religion and of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. As an American, I don't think one faction, like FFA, should dictate the nation's viewing choices. Read more at TLC Caves to FFA Pressure, Pulls 'All-American Muslim'

Best Educational Movies for Thanksgiving Lessons

Best Educational Movies for Thanksgiving Lessons Thanksgiving, as a holiday has some urban legends clinging to it. Historical inaccuracies distort our perceptions of Thanksgiving, the pilgrims (more accurately Puritans), native Americans and 17th century life in New England. I'm not going to make an attempt to lay these inaccuracies to rest, because I'll be the first to admit, I wasn't there and I don't know (even though I may look old enough to have sailed on the Mayflower and some days I feel old enough). Here are movies that explore the history and culture of the original colonial settlements. These films give a more rounded sociological picture of Thanksgiving, native relations and the early American lifestyle. Read more...

"The Twilight Zone" Makes Great Sociology, Psychology Lesson Plans

You may know that "The Twilight Zone" was a killer thriller TV series. You may know that Rod Serling created The Twilight Zone, movie and comic series. You doubtless recognize the TZ theme song. Here are some  little known facts about the Twilight Zone. Read on...

'19 Children and Counting' Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar on Children

Duggars Tell People Magazine 'We're Ready for More' as 19th Child Josie Just Released from Hospital
Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar, parents of 19 children and hosts of TLC reality TV show '19 Kids and Counting', appeared on the cover of People magazine' August 12 issue with Duggar #19, baby Josie. 'We are ready for more' was their quote.
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Psychology Films: Impact of Parental Pressure

Literature Based Films for Psychology Classes: Family, Parents
Family structure and dynamics is a key component of the study of psychology and sociology. These book and film sets explore inappropriate expectations and how children respond. Amadeus, Shine, What's Eating Gilbert Grape, Dead Poet's Society
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Sociology and Psychology Films~ Institutionalized Behavoir

Literature Based Films to Use in Psychology and Sociology Classes
Film and literature connections for Psychology classes. Explore the effect of correctional and psychological institutions on human behavior.
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