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Aesop's Fables 16 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 fables, each with an associated moral. Includes: The Bear, the Lion, and the Wolf (Don't take advantage of another's misfortune); The Monkey and the Fisherman (Don't be jealous of another's abilities); The Camel and the Countryman (We all are useful despite our differences).

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:22
Aesop's Fables 16

Aesop's Fables 17 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 fables, each with associated moral. Includes: The Elephant Who Was Chosen King of the Beasts (Strength is not the only important quality); The Countryman and the Fox (Anything in excess is not good); The Countryman Who Wanted to Catch the Lion (Dreaming of glory can lead to disaster).

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:22
Aesop's Fables 17

Pecos Bill (2006)

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Meet Pecos Bill. Raised by coyotes in dusty Texas, he grew up to be the roughest, toughest cowboy who ever lived. Whether riding a tornado, inventing the original cowboy song or conquering a gang of outlaw cowboys, Pecos Bill is a man of many talents.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Pecos Bill

Johnny Appleseed (2006)

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Meet John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed. Living in harmony with nature, he fulfills his dream of traveling west to plant apple orchards across the frontier to aid pioneers on their arduous journeys.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Johnny Appleseed

Davy Crockett (2006)

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Meet Davy Crockett -- a legendary hunter, politician and avid storyteller who tames the wild frontier with sharpshooting, cleverness and plenty of humor. Battling bears and panthers, dislodging the sun from between two icebergs and whipping a destructive comet back into space are all in a day's work for Davy.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Davy Crockett

Regional Tall Tales (2006)

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From sea to shining sea, the United States is a country full of tall tales! Take the story of Mike Fink and Annie Christmas, legendary keel boat captains who battle with strength and skill on the waters of the mighty Mississippi River.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Regional Tall Tales

Annie Oakley (2006)

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Meet Phoebe Ann Moses, better known as Annie Oakley. In the world of champion shooters, nobody stands taller. Born into poverty, things change for Annie and her family when she discovers her unique talent for sharpshooting.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Annie Oakley

Mose Humphreys (2006)

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Meet Mose Humphreys, the toughest firefighter in the nation's toughest neighborhood -- the Bowery in New York City. As a boy, Mose's great size, speed and strength makes him one of the best fire company runners of all time, but he longs for the day when he can become a full-fledged firefighter.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Mose Humphreys

Old Stormalong (2006)

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Meet Alfred Bulltop Stormalong, better known as Old Stomalong. Born in the briny waters of Cape Cod, he is a sea dog at heart. His enormous size and stature isolates and saddens Stormy, but doesn't stop him from proving himself as a first-rate shipboard lookout and navigator.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:23
Old Stormalong

The BFG (Big Friendly Giant)

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One moonlit night, little Sophie is snatched from her bed at Mrs. Clonkers' orphanage by an awesome giant who whisks her away on a magical, thrilling and funny adventure.

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Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
01:28
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Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas

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This joyous, heart-tickling holiday event based on Dr. Seuss' beloved book and featuring the voice of Boris Karloff has delighted viewers of all ages since its 1966 debut. The fun begins when the grumpy, grouchy, Yule-hating Grinch plots to ruin the Whos' Christmas. Can he steal their holiday spirit by stealing their holiday treats? Or does Christmas...perhaps...mean a little bit more?

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Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Length: 
00:26
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Bear Snores On

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In a cave in the woods, all winter long, Bear sleeps in his cozy lair. Surprise guests stop by to warm up, brew tea and pop corn while Bear snores on.

Grade Level: 
Primary
Length: 
00:08
Bear Snores On

More, More, More Said the Baby

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Copies: 1

Meet Little Guy, Little Pumpkin, and Little Bird, stars of three vignettes that celebrate the joy babies generate among those who love them.

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AD480L

Seven Blind Mice

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"It's a pillar," says one. "It's a fan," says another. One by one, the seven blind mice investigate the strange Something by the pond. And one by one, they come back with a different theory. It's only when the seventh mouse goes out-and explores the whole Something-that the mice see the whole truth. Based on a classic Indian tale, Ed Young's beautifully rendered version is a treasure to enjoy again and again.

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Lexile: 
AD350L

Raven: A Trickster Tale from the Pacific Northwest

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Raven, the trickster, wants to give people the gift of light. But can he find out where Sky Chief keeps it? And if he does, will he be able to escape without being discovered? His dream seems impossible, but if anyone can find a way to bring light to the world, wise and clever Raven can!

Lexile: 
380L

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