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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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2023.
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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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"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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Celebrate the release of A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood starring Tom Hanks with an inside look at Mister Rogers' spiritual legacy.
For more than 30 years, Fred Rogers was the kindly neighbor of children worldwide. Why were kids drawn to him? Mining personal interviews and correspondence, this book goes beyond Rogers's gentle manner and signature red sweater to reveal the deep faith that sustained him in his many roles—television
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My weirdtastic school volume 2
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Join A.J. and friends as they become part of the studio audience for a TV show whose host can't seem to grow up! A.J. and the gang have been invited to attend a live taping of Uncle Fred's Funderama, a hilarious Saturday morning kids TV show full of music, games, puppets and more. Uncle Fred sings, dances, and jokes his way into his audience's hearts. But what will the kids do when they learn that Uncle Fred's childlike behavior isn't just an act?...
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"For almost half a century, celebrated ventriloquist and entertainer Shari Lewis delighted generations of children and adults with the help of her trusted sock puppet sidekick Lamb Chop. For decades, the beloved pair were synonymous with children's television, educating and entrancing their young audience with their symbiotic personalities and their proclivity for song, dance, and the joy of silliness. But as iconic as their television personas were,...
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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 all, the importance of being themselves. Dressed in his cardigan and sneakers, Fred Rogers offered a wholesome message of generosity and love that changed the landscape of television and shaped a generation of children. Kindness...
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HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2019]
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Looking back at the history of the Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood television show and the creative visionary behind it, Edwards reminds us of the indelible lessons and insights that they conveyed and why they matter. With dozens of interviews of people whose lives were touched by Fred Rogers, this book is a love letter to this unforgettable cultural hero and role model and to the beautiful neighborhood he created.
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2019]
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Jerry is excited about taking piano lessons on a piano he found at his new house. But there's something strange about his piano teacher, Dr. Shreek!
Larry Boyd is having a bad day. It's not just a bad day, it's a bad hair day ... suddenly he is growing thick, long hair on his arms and legs.
Greg is having fun taking pictures with the cool camera he found in the spooky, old house until he realizes that the pictures are not what he shot.
Duane and...
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Findaway World, LLC
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[2018]
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Lucy loves telling monster stories, but her family and friends are tired of her wild tales.
There's something creepy lurking beneath the kitchen sink... It may look and feel like a regular sponge, but it is no ordinary sponge --it's alive!
An eerie old cuckoo clock in Michael's and Tara's house has mysterious powers and it's about to set back the hands of time ... forever!
When Brooke gets the lead in a school play about a Phantom, she is thrilled......
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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Daniel feels forgotten: In the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, Daniel Tiger feels forgotten, and finds out what helps when a friend makes you sad. Mister Rogers helps children know that friendships can be repaired when friends talk about what they're feeling.
Folk songs and games with friends and Mary Jo Barron: Join in the fun when Mister Rogers and Mr. McFeely visit with Betty Aberlin and Mary Jo Barron who is teaching a group of children traditional...
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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The class' garden is going to be featured on the cover of PLANT IT magazine, but Phoebe's garden plot is empty. Ms. Frizzle to the rescue! Wahoo!
The Magic School Bus goes into an ant hive when Keesha directs a movie about social animals for the school science fair.
The Friz transforms the bus into a Weathermobile and -- in a wild ride through the skies - Ralphie becomes the meteorological superhero of his dreams.
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2019]
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When Birthday Bear tries to get Lotsa Heart Elephant to remember whether or not it's his birthday, a look back at Lotsa Heart's last birthday turns into a party in its own right. Camp Sanford and Murphy become bunkmates at Summer camp and realise what opposites they are - Sanford is neat and well-organised, while Murphy is a slob. When a series of mishaps occur, mostly die to Murphy's messiness, Sanford seriously considers ending the friendship.
Sanford...
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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Paddington was given a torch by Mr. Gruber. He was practicing with it one evening, when he had a shock. Every time he flashed the torch out of the window, he received the same signal back. The light seemed to be coming from Mr. Brown's greenhouse. The next day Paddington decided to test his detective's disguise, but he is immediately recognized by Mrs. Brown. He investigates Mr. Brown's greenhouse and sees a large marrow, which he tests for fingerprints...
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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Sesame Street brings this classic fairy tale to life through the eyes of your favorite three-year-old, Elmo. All your favorite Muppets from Sesame Street and some very special guests join Cinderelmo as he goes to the ball of the beautiful Princess -- with the help of his Fairy Godperson. Look for a twist in the ending of this timeless tale that will delight your entire family!
After hearing the story of Rapunzel, Zoe wishes her hair was longer. When...
16) I'm on my way
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2019]
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Bella spices up her first day of kindergarten with a little imagination. She transforms into Kinderbella!
To celebrate the 100th day of school Lily and her mom collect 100 things to bring in for class.
Gina and her dad go shopping for school supplies.
Kittens describe what they do each day of the week in their kindergarten class called kittengarten.
A story about Roberto's first day of school.
Raju asks his family to help him read his new book...
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Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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Dorana is a beautiful young girl, who lives a harsh existence. She dreams of a better life, unaware that a cruel hand has robbed her of such a life when she was just a baby. One stormy night, Dorana is magically transported to an unfamiliar world, also known as the Land of Oz. After learning that she was chosen to save Oz from the tyranny of the wicked witch, Dorana sets out on a heroic journey, filled with miraculous revelations about life and love....
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Publisher
Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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Dorana is a beautiful young girl, who lives a harsh existence. She dreams of a better life, unaware that a cruel hand has robbed her of such a life when she was just a baby. One stormy night, Dorana is magically transported to an unfamiliar world, also known as the Land of Oz. After learning that she was chosen to save Oz from the tyranny of the wicked witch, Dorana sets out on a heroic journey, filled with miraculous revelations about life and love....
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Publisher
Findaway World, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
Dorana is a beautiful young girl, who lives a harsh existence. She dreams of a better life, unaware that a cruel hand has robbed her of such a life when she was just a baby. One stormy night, Dorana is magically transported to an unfamiliar world, also known as the Land of Oz. After learning that she was chosen to save Oz from the tyranny of the wicked witch, Dorana sets out on a heroic journey, filled with miraculous revelations about life and love....
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