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"In 1970, in soundstage on Manhattan's Upper West Side, a group of men and women of various ages and races met to finish the first season of a children's TV program. They had identified a social problem: poor children were entering kindergarten without the learning skills of their middle-class counterparts. They hoped, too, that they had identified a solution: to use television to better prepare these disadvantaged kids for school. No one knew then,...
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"Every weekday for decades, a kind man named Mister Rogers stepped through a door in his TV house, spoke directly into the camera while he changed from street clothes into a cardigan and sneakers, and sang, "It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood." Offering unconditional love, this soft-spoken icon was a household name for tens of millions of children, as well as their parents who grew up with this friendly neighbor themselves. Fred Rogers (1928-2003)...
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My weirdtastic school volume 2
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"Lights... camera... action! A.J. and the gang have been invited to be a part of the studio audience for Funderama. It's a wacky Saturday morning kids TV show full of music, games, puppets and more. (Hooray!) The host of the show -- Uncle Fred -- sings, dances, and jokes his way into the hearts of his viewers. But what will the kids do when they learn that Uncle Fred's silly behavior has a dark side? Can Uncle Fred grow up?"--Back cover.
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A pop culture celebration of Fred Rogers and the enduring legacy of his beloved, award-winning PBS show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood that offers essential wisdom to help us in our troubled times. Won’t you be my neighbor? For more than thirty years, Fred Rogers was a beloved fixture in American homes. Warm and welcoming, he spoke directly to children—and their parents—about the marvels of the world, the things that worried them, and above...
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"The Unseen Photos of Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street expands on the film’s exploration of the origins and legacy of Sesame Street with exclusive interviews and previously unpublished photographs from the first season of the globally beloved children's series. Author and filmmaker Trevor Crafts, who was given unprecedented access to archival footage and photography, presents more than 150 of photographer David Attie's behind-the-scenes...
6) Nickelodeon
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"Engaging images accompany information about Nickelodeon. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"-- Provided by publisher.
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"Thirty years after a tragic accident shut down production of the classic children's program Mister Magic, the five surviving cast members have done their best to move on. But just as generations of cultishly devoted fans still cling to the lessons they learned from the show, the cast, known as the Circle of Friends, have spent their lives searching for the happiness they felt while they were on it. The friendship. The feeling of belonging. And the...
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c2000
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1 videodisc (ca. 75 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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Join the antics of Bear, a life-size muppet, and his friends who live in the Big Blue House. In 'Big blue housecall', Doc Hog visits the Big Blue House to give everyone a checkup. In 'That healing feeling', Tutter hurts his tail and discovers that visiting the doctor can be fun. In 'Picture of health', Bear teaches his friends that it is not only good food and exercise that make us feel healthy, but an occasional rest can refresh you and make you...
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[2018].
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1 videodisc (approximately 95 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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As one of America's most beloved children's show hosts, Mr. Rogers remains one of the most iconic television figures for families worldwide. This documentary takes a closer look at the person behind the show, persona, and personality that helped define what it meant to be a good person and be a part of a healthy community. Through his children's show, Mr. Rogers would go on to inspire a generation by not skirting real world issues, confronting issues...
10) Mister Rogers
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This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Mister Rogers. Readers learn about Mr. Rogers's early life, his beginnings in educational programming with The Children's Corner and his 31 years in Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
11) Inside Pee-Wee's playhouse: the untold, unauthorized, and unpredictable story of a pop phenomenon
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On the 25th anniversary of the show "Pee-wee's Playhouse," the behind-the-scenes story is being told for the first time by those who experienced it. Complete with an episode guide, biographical information about the cast and key members of the show's creative team, never-before-told anecdotes, and previously unpublished photos.
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c2012
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5 videodiscs (484 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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Embark on the coolest, fastest, wildest and weirdest adventures! Join your fearless hosts Elisha and Jay on a quest to discover the science of how things work. From the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of space, this collection takes you on exciting journeys that will inspire the curiosity of kids and adults alike.
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c2012
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5 videodiscs (484 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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Embark on the coolest, fastest, wildest and weirdest adventures! Join your fearless hosts Elisha and Jay on a quest to discover the science of how things work. From the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of space, this collection takes you on exciting journeys that will inspire the curiosity of kids and adults alike.
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[2022]
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xix, 267 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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"Muppets In Moscow reveals how-in between bombings and political chaos in 1990s Moscow-a team of Russian and American artists, producers, educators, writers, and puppeteers overcame their many differences to create an unprecedented hit in a post-communist era"-- Provided by publisher.
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Fred Rogers is an American cultural and media icon, whose children's television program, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, ran for more than thirty years (1967-2001) on the Public Broadcasting System. In this highly original book, communication scholar Alexandra C. Klarén shows how Rogers captured the moral, social, and emotional imaginations of multiple generations of Americans. She explores the nuanced complexity of the thought behind the man and the...
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[2015]
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1 videodisc (75 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Join Mia and be transported to the magical world of Centopia, filled with flying elves, unicorns, dragons, and other amazing creatures. Mia and her friends must work together to help the unicorns of Centopia, including Lyria and her winged son Onchao. Featuring three stories.
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2009
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1 videodisc (132 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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Tony Stark is a genius inventor that managed to create his Iron Man armor while still attending high school. After his father is killed, it's up to his friends Rhodey and Pepper to help him piece together what exactly happened, and take his first steps toward becoming a hero.
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[2017]
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2 videodiscs (247 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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They've studied relentlessly. They've mastered their craft. They've defeated countless enemies. But nothing in the Turtles' training has prepared them for the deadliest, most formidable foe they have ever faced, the Super Shredder.
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c2012
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1 videodisc (92 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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Those wacky Penguins are back for eight exciting egg-ventures featuring their newest pal, Ducky and a few bunny friends. After Marlene discovers a lost egg, the Penguins volunteer to egg-sit until they can find its mother. When the egg hatches the Penguins put Ducky into Penguin training, but King Julien is jealous and wants to raise the duckling to be his second in command.
