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Great Books: All Quiet on the Western Front (2003)

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Introduces the characters and story of the novel written by Erich Maria Remarque and considered by some to be the greatest anti-war novel of all time. The program uses archival photographs and actual footage of the battlefront as it exposes the horror faced by soldiers in the trenches.

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Great Books: All Quiet on the Western Front

Great Books: Native Son (2003)

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Introduces the author Richard Wright and to the characters and story told in his literary portrait of racism in America. Provides pre and post viewing discussion questions. Scholars discuss the symbolism found in the novel and its lasting impact.

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Great Books: Native Son

Great Books: Great Expectations (2003)

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Like Dickens' other stories, "Great Expectations" was published as a serial and was an instant hit. Authors, actors, and scholars discuss the many interpretations of Miss Havisham and Pip's desire to become a gentleman.

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Great Books: Great Expectations

Great Books: Don Quixote (2003)

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Introduces students to the Don Quixote and the deeper significance behind the novel. Follows the journey of the book's author, Miguel de Cervantes, from military hero to disillusioned writer. Scholars discuss the significance of the work.

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Great Books: Don Quixote

Great Books: The Scarlet Letter (2003)

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Provides background information on the characters, plot of the story, and the author Nathaniel Hawthorne. Examines Puritan society, the role of women, and the message Hawthorne was trying to say. Scholars discuss the book's lasting legacy.

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Great Books: The Scarlet Letter

Great Books: 1984 (2003)

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Provides background information about the book and biographical information about the author, George Orwell. Provides pre and post-viewing discussion questions and scholars discuss the significance of the work.

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Great Books: 1984

Aesop's Fables 01 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 programs, each with an associated moral. Includes The Lion And The Mouse (No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted); The Frog And The Bull (Self-conceit may lead to self-destruction); The Fox And The Wolf (Keep your head in times of trouble).

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Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 02 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 stories, each with an associated moral. Includes: The Crow And The Eagle (Be happy with who you are); The Hare And The Tortoise (Slow and steady wins the race); The Crow And The Peacock (Don't try to be something you're not).

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Primary
Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 02

Aesop's Fables 03 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 stories with associated moral. Includes: The Donkey and the Wolf (Brains triumph over brawn); The Dove and the Ant (Little friends may prove great friends); The Mouse, the Frog, and the Falcon (One must lead one's own life).

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Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 03

Aesop's Fables 04 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 fables with associated moral. Includes: The Crow and the Fox (Don't let vanity overcome your common sense); The Fox and the Stork (Mean behavior is only returned); The Lion and the Fly (There is always someone mightier than you).

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Primary
Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 05 (2002)

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Animated DVD include 3 fables with associated moral. Includes: The Snake and His Tail (It's better to work together than against each other); The Coalman Who Wanted to Marry the Washerwoman (Oil and water don't mix); The Little Fish and the Big Fish (Sometimes what you think is a weakness can be your greatest strength).

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Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 05

Aesop's Fables 06 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 stories and their associated moral. Includes: The Lion and the Stag (A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush); The Deer, the Horse, and the Man (Never seek revenge because it may be your undoing); The Dog and His Image (By wanting more you may lose what you love).

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Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 06

Aesop's Fables 07 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 fables and their associated moral. Includes: The Two Cocks and the Eagle (Don't sing your own praises too loudly or you may come to regret it); The Wolf and the Kid (In times of dire need, clever thinking is the key); The Lion in Love (Remain true to yourself).

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Aesop's Fables 07

Aesop's Fables 08 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 fables, each with their associated moral. Includes The Swan and the Geese (Don't be afraid to speak up); The Horse and the Donkey (Keep and open mind to all options) The Old Pelican and the Fishes (Be aware of others' ulterior motives).

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Primary
Elementary
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Aesop's Fables 09 (2002)

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Animated DVD includes 3 fables, each with associated moral. Includes The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse (To each his own); The Wolf and His Shadow (Don't let your ego get the best of you); The Wolf, the Mother and her Child (Heed warnings when they come your way).

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Primary
Elementary
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00:22
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