PBS
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Publisher
Hachette Audio
Pub. Date
2018
Edition
Unabridged
Description
A blockbuster illustrated book that captures what Americans love to read, The Great American Read: The Book of Books is the gorgeously-produced companion book to PBS's ambitious summer 2018 series.
What are America's best-loved novels? PBS will launch The Great American Read series with a 2-hour special in May 2018 revealing America's 100 best-loved novels, determined by a rigorous national survey. Subsequent episodes will air in September and October....
Author
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
Widescreen.
Description
Ken Burns's two-part, four-hour documentary explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century's most complex and consequential figures, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.
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The Day the 60s Died chronicles May 1970, the month in which four students were shot dead at Kent State. The mayhem that followed has been called the most divisive moment in American history since the Civil War. From college campuses, to the jungles of Cambodia, to the Nixon White House, The Day the 60s Died takes us back into that turbulent spring 45 years ago.
Author
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
Widescreen.
Description
Sherlock Holmes, the most famous fictional detective in the world, was also the first Crime Scene Investigator. Based on a real surgeon, Holmes was a scientist who used chemistry, bloodstains, and minute traces of evidence to solve the crime. How Sherlock Changed The World details the impact and legacy of the most famous crime fighter in history.
Author
Publisher
PBS Kids
Pub. Date
2023
Edition
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Description
Let's celebrate grandparents! Meet the older generations of some favorite PBS KIDS families through fun, grandparent-focused stories. Arthur gets knitting lessons from Grandma Thora; Rosie celebrates her Abuela's birthday from far away; Daniel is excited to spend the whole day with Grandpere; Donkey Hodie and Grampy enjoy some homemade chili together; and much, much more
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Reexamines the Vietnam War and its impact on America through the prism of interviews conducted by the iconic host of The Dick Cavett Show from 1968-75. Those interviews, combined with archival footage, network news broadcasts, and newly filmed interviews with Cavett and other experts, provide fresh insight and perspective on this controversial chapter of American history.
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Best-selling author and U.S. army veteran Wes Moore tells intimate stories of veterans returning from war. Moore's journey takes him into the personal lives of veterans as they work to reintegrate into society, reconnect with loved ones, and for many, find a new mission.
14) Dropout Nation
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Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2012
Edition
Wide screen.
Description
A troubling and inspiring journey through the maze of an inner city high school, Dropout Nation investigates the causes, challenges, and potential solutions of a national emergency
Author
Publisher
Arlington, Virginia
Pub. Date
2022
Edition
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Latino rock greats Los Lobos, the salsa-rap-reggae-funk Ozomatli and the all-female mariachi band Flor de Toloache lead this musical celebration of this much anticipated and highly celebrated fiesta by people of Mexican heritage everywhere. Taped before a live audience in the "underworld" of The Caverns subterranean amphitheater, ¡Día de los Muertos! is a high-energy offering to celebrate a wonderful, ancient tradition. Plus, in between performances,...
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Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2024
Edition
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Description
Inspire a love of reading and enjoy these tales featuring your favorite PBS KIDS bookworms! Daniel Tiger and O the Owl read together at the library. Then, Alma shares books with her community. Plus, Buster reads to win prizes, Watt and Windy visit the library, Rosie helps Mom set up for story time at the bookstore and much, much more!
Author
Publisher
PBS Kids
Pub. Date
[2023]
Edition
Widescreen.
Description
"Everyone loves dogs, including your favorite PBS KIDS friends! In a special collection, Arthur's dog Pal takes advantage of the special treatment he gets when he has to wear a cone. Pinkalicious helps her friend train his dog for the Pinkminster Dog Show. And Tooey must choose a puppy to train as a sled dog. Plus, Alma recruits her friends and their pets for an animal show, the Kratt brothers go to India to find the Dhole, aka "The Red Dog" and many...
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Pub. Date
2013
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Four-year-old Daniel Tiger invites young viewers directly into his world, giving them a kids eye view of his life and making them feel like one of his neighbors. Episodes include: Duckling Goes Home; Daniel Feels Left Out; Daniel Gets Frustrated; Frustration at School; Daniel is Jealous; Jealousy at the Treehouse; Someone Elses Feelings; and Empathy at School.
Author
Publisher
NCircle Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009
Edition
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When Sid decides to sit and watch TV all weekend long, he learns an unhappy fact: that not exercising makes your body feel terrible! When Sid decides that he is only going to eat birthday cake at every meal, he soon regrets his decision. Sid also learns about different kinds of teeth and why brushing them is important, and he discovers why washing his hands is important even when he can't see the germs! Sid and his friends learn new habits and fun...
20) Change happens
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Publisher
NCircle Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009
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Sid and his friends learn about the world around them by observing, comparing, measuring, and other fun ways to get answers to questions and solve problems. Watch as Sid finds out why his shoes are shrinking, how his grandmother knows exactly when the pancakes are done, how his banana got mushy, and what makes his popsicle melt.