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Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
The good times begin with a certain big-nosed beagle playing Cupid and does not stop until Charlie Brown opens his mailbox one last, eager time. Homemade Valentine's, class parties, the tug of romance and the allure of chocolate set the mood for these school children.
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
When the first two brothers answer 'not I' to the big bad wolf question, they go on to build their new homes - one out of straw and the other of sticks. But when the wolf huffs and puffs and blows their houses down, the brothers seek protection in the third pig's house. He made his house out of bricks. When the wolf comes to blow down the house, the brothers hope it is strong enough.
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English
Description
Clifford the Big Red Dog is a lovable canine who joins a traveling carnival when he mistakenly believes that he has become a burden to his human family. As he seeks his fortune in food, Clifford helps his new animal buddies overcome their fears, saves the carnival from going bust, and eventually finds his way back home again to his real family.
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English
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Pongo and Perdita have a litter of 15 dalmatian puppies. Cruella De Vil takes a fancy to the puppies and tries to buy them from their human owners, Roger and Anita. Cruella wants to get ahold of those puppies, as well as more puppies, to make herself a lovely dalmatian skin coat. Cruella hires some thugs to kidnap the puppies and hold them at an abandoned mansion. Now Pongo and Perdita must use an animal communication system to help find all the puppies....
5) Happy feet
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Formats
Description
Emperor Penguins from Antarctica each express their true love with a special heartsong of their own that expresses their very being. However, the misfit Mumble cannot sing. Instead he has an extraordinary talent to tap dance with almost magical energy and expression. Nevertheless, the leadership of the colony fearfully blames the young penguin's unorthodox ways for the lean fishing that threatens them all. Defiant in the face of unjust rejection,...
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Language
English
Description
Journey back in time to Palestine of the second century B.C., where Antiochus, a Syrian-Greek king, rules over the people of Israel. In a land where refusing to submit to the Greek gods resulted in the persecution and death of many Jews, a group known as the Maccabees struggled to hold true to the faith of their fathers. Learn of the spirit of the Maccabees in this adventurous story that details the origins of the Hanukkah celebration.
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Mr. J. Thadeus Toad has got himself into a bit of money trouble - from buying fancy new cars to dealing with some weaselly weasels. Now his beloved home, Toad Hall, is at risk of being lost. It will take the help of his dear friends Ratty, Moley and Angus MacBadger, and a promise to change his ways, for Mr. Toad to set things right again.
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English
Description
It's the annual talent competition and Garfield wins it every year. This year, a handsome new contender threatens to unseat the fat cat. In desperation, Garfield sets out on a journey to rediscover the meaning of funny. He then returns to the Fun Fest to duel his adversary in an outrageous talent showdown. In the end, Garfield learns the importance of just being himself.
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
When Pete is in a bad mood, his parents cheer him up by making a pizza with a very special ingredient. Rocketing down on a shooting star, Moon Man finds that life on Earth is different from what he expected. When his brothers won't share their collections of stamps and coins, Max creates a collection of his own. Norvin, a boy who resembles a shark, uses his talents to scare away all the swimmers at Caramel Cove - all except for one female shark in...
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Even dinosaurs make a fuss before their bedtime. Mischievous dinosaurs show that burping, spilling and playing with your food is not the best way to enjoy a meal. The outrageous antics of these dinosaurs will bring a smile to anyone who has ever sniffled, coughed or ached. When Danny visits the museum he makes a rather unusual friend and the two buddies spend a happy day together.
11) Nature myths
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
The ancient Greeks were fascinated by nature, and their storytellers created tales to explain natural phenomena. In this video, students learn the mythical rationale for the cycle of the seasons through the myth of Persephone and how the narcissus flower was named for a mythical vain young man. Kids also learn the story of Helios, the sun god and how the Greeks explained the presence of deserts, volcanoes and ice caps on the earthly landscape.
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
"Theseus was a mortal who got very little help from the gods. Yet, because he left the comfort of his village to take on a life of great challenges, danger and tremendous responsibility, Theseus is widely considered one of the most popular of the ancient heroes. Theseus & the Minotaur charts the adventures of this heroic character - from his rise out of obscurity all the way to the throne of Athens. Viewers join Theseus as he makes his heroic decision...
13) Perseus & Medusa
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
"The ancient Greeks believed that their lives were controlled by fate. But how a person arrived at his or her destiny was another matter. Both free will and the influence of the gods played major roles in shaping a person's life. Case in point - Perseus's tale is that of a young man who struggles to fulfill his own fate with the help of the powerful goddess Athena. Perseus & Medusa chronicles this hero's quest to pursue the head of a hideous Gorgon...
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Recounts a few of the tales that the ancient Greeks and Romans composed around star formations as they searched for clues about life here on Earth. Presents the tale of the great hunter Orion and explains his placement in the heavens, along with his faithful hunting dogs and the animals he hunted, and who hunted him. In addition, students learn of the origins of the bear constellations Ursa Major and Ursa Minor, and of the vanity that put a queen...
16) Defying the gods
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Greek mythology is filled with stories of the tragic fates that awaited those individuals whose poor judgment and excessive pride (or hubris) offended the gods. This video recounts the myths of the weaver Arachne, Daedalus and his reckless son Icarus, Prometheus the fire-stealer, and Pandora.
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Rabbit is appointed mayor of the Hundred Acre Wood by his pals. Rabbit likes being in charge and making rules, but he'll soon discover that treating each other with kindness and respect is the most important rule of all. Features seven original songs.
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
The myths of ancient Greece were passed down over thousands of years, often changing over time. These legendary tales revolved around a family of immortal gods who, while incredibly powerful, had some very human characteristics. In this program, students will observe the creation of the universe from chaos, learn how Zeus became the king of the gods. This video provides an overview of the major characters in Greek mythology and sheds light on their...
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
"In Greek mythology, brave Odysseus ruled the kingdom of Ithaca with his clever and beautiful queen Penelope. After leading his troops to victory in the Trojan War, this revered hero began a long and treacherous journey home--an "odyssey" recounted in Homer's epic poem of the same name. In The Journeys of Odysseus, students discover how Odysseus learned to overcome adversity and his own weaknesses in his adventures with the dreaded Cyclops, the mischievous...
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