Elementary

Elementary (X) - Middle (X)

Charlotte's Web

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Copies: 25

Wilbur is the runt of a litter born to a pig on the farm of Fern Arable's father. When it is announced that her father is going to kill the pig, Fern rushes forth to save it, asking of her father: "If I had been very small at birth, would you have killed me?" Her father spares the pig, but only if Fern agrees to care for it. Falling in love immediately with the little pig, she feeds him regularly with a bottle, and names him Wilbur.

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680L

Writing for Students: Editing & Proofreading (2006)

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It's time to dot your i's, and cross your t's and carefully reread what you've written...in other words, it's time to edit and proofread! The conventions of writing, including grammar and mechanics, ensure that what is written accurately conveys what the writer intended to express.

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Elementary
Middle
High
Length: 
:23
Writing for Students: Editing & Proofreading

Lyddie

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"The first step to freedom is schooling," a runaway slave tells Lyddie Worthen. It's the mid-1800s and the working conditions in the Storemont cotton factory are horrific. Lyddie is willing to endure those conditions to earn enough money to bring her family back together. When another worker, Diana teaches Lyddie to read, it opens up a new world of possibilities for her. After Diana dies of cotton lung, Lyddie must decide if she's willing to risk her job to fight for the rights of other workers or stay in the factory as a "wage slave." Based on the book by Katherine Paterson.

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Elementary
Middle
Length: 
01:30
Lyddie

A Caldecott Celebration

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Copies: 4

To celebrate the seventieth anniversary of the Caldecott Medal and another decade of award-winning picture books, noted children’s book historian Leonard S. Marcus has updated this absorbing and informative picture of the world’s most prestigious illustration award and seven of its acclaimed winners: Robert McCloskey, Marcia Brown, Maurice Sendak, William Steig, Chris Van Allsburg, David Wiesner, and now Mordicai Gerstein.

John Henry

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Copies: 1

Nothing can stop John Henry — no boulder, no mountain, and definitely no steam drill. Newbery Honor winner Julius Lester writes with such power that this African-American folk hero becomes as awesome as a natural phenomenon. Jerry Pinkney received a Caldecott Honor for his exuberant, glowing watercolor paintings of the hero. The book, celebrating its tenth year in print, was also a Boston Globe — Horn Book Award winner, a Parents Magazine Best Book, and an ALA Notable Book, among other honors.

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AD720L

Japan: Samurai, Geisha & Technology (1994)

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This DVD includes stunning videos of Japan, a unique, intriguing country, which has incredible cities, castles, landscapes and hot springs. You'll see how Japan has developed the world's best automobiles and consumer electronics.

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Elementary
Middle
High
Length: 
01:00
Japan: Samurai, Geisha & Technology

Wild China (2008)

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China is one of the oldest civilizations on Earth, and for the first time in almost a century, it is opening up to the world. This landmark series gains unprecedented access to the most enigmatic of countries and reveals a land of astonishing natural complexity, breathtaking landscapes, rare and surprising wildlife, and colorful people.

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Elementary
Middle
High
Length: 
05:00
Wild China

My Side of the Mountain

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My Side of the Mountain, based on the book by Jean George, is the unique adventure of thirteen-year-old Sam Gribley. Sam's hero is naturalist poet Henry David Thoreau, so Sam writes a note for his folks, packs up and leaves home for the challenge of wilderness living. Realizing his dream, Sam feeds himself, builds a makeshift home and learns to live in harmony with nature - miles from civilization.

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Elementary
Middle
Length: 
01:40
My Side of the Mountain

America's Great Indian Nations

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This documentary profiles six of the major Native American tribes that were defeated and subdued as part of the settling of the United States.

Plucky Pilots

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According to an old legend about the volcanic island Habanabi, there lies deep beneath the sea a shipwreck full of gold. The time has come, it seems, for the sea to give away its bounty as suddenly, gold coins are washed all over the shore!

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Content Area: 
Math
Special Education
Play Time: 
15 min.
Plucky Pilots

Monkey's Gold

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Bad luck! Finally the pirates have succeeded in seizing the valuable gold treasure. Unfortunately, the cheeky monkey Pinky has now come along and pinched the whole treasure chest! So begins a zippy chase for the valuable gold ducats. But watch out!

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Content Area: 
Math
Special Education
Play Time: 
15 min.
Monkey's Gold

Catch Me! (Hasch mich!)

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One player becomes the cat, while the others are mice. The cat rolls a die with six different colors on it, and then attempts to catch the corresponding player's mouse with a little wooden cup. (In order to avoid smooshing of little fingers, each mouse is connected to a cord!)

Grade Level: 
Primary
Elementary
Middle
Content Area: 
Special Education
Play Time: 
15 min.
Catch Me! (Hasch mich!)

Brandon the Brave (Ricahard Ritterschlag)

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Want to be as strong, brave and glorious as the knight Richard Ritterschlag? To become a knight, all knaves first have to master regal tasks and prove that they have good intuition. Your task is to seek out giants, dragons, witches, and other dangers!

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Elementary
Middle
Content Area: 
Other
Special Education
Play Time: 
10 min.
Brandon the Brave (Ricahard Ritterschlag)

3x4=SWAT! (3·4 = Klatsch!)

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A player chooses a numbered flower on his/her turn. ("Let's multiply by fives.") When everyone is ready, roll a die, and quickly multiply the numbers on each. Be the first to swat the fly card with the correct product to earn a wooden fly token. Collect eight tokens to win.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Content Area: 
Math
Play Time: 
10 min.
3x4=SWAT! (3·4 = Klatsch!)

Fire Dragon (Feuerdrachen)

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In Fire Dragon Valley, it's bubbling dangerously underground. After a thousand years, the mighty volcano Rubino is once again on the brink of an eruption! The dragon riders can hardly wait, as according to an old legend, precious dragon rubies will burst out of the Rubino.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Content Area: 
Other
Special Education
Play Time: 
20 min.
Fire Dragon (Feuerdrachen)

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