Scholastic Families/Feelings/Friendship Series Vol. 2
| Series
Information |
Curricular
Areas:
Language Arts/ Literature |
| Length: 9/9-27-Minute Programs |
| Grade Levels: K-3 |
| Teacher's Guide see below |
Scholastic ETV Consortium |
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Dive into the wonderful world of Scholastic with this series
that tells tales of family, emotional struggles that children sometimes
face and the triumphs of true friendship. This series follows Volume 1
and is a great addition to your library.
Episode Descriptions
1 Angus Lost — Angus, a very curious
and clever Scottish terrier, sets out on a series of adventures after
wandering away from home. (11:13) Study
Guide
2 Cannonball — Hugo the clown and
a poor homeless dog come to each other's aid at opportune times in this
tale of friendship. Hugo adopts the dog, and the pup helps Hugo develop
a new circus act - earning the name "Cannonball" in the process.
(27:51) Study
Guide
3 How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? —
Few words pack a lot of punch in this delightful story about bedtime rituals.
There will be no pouting or shouting or moping or moaning when the lights
go out because dinosaur kids everywhere will want to see this production
again and again. (7:26) Study
Guide
4 I Love You Like Crazy Cakes — Based
on the author's arduous trip to China to adopt a baby girl, this is the
heartwarming story of a mother's love and a baby's smile as they become
each other's family. Narrated by Mia Farrow. (8:19)
Study
Guide
5 Let's Give Kitty a Bath — Two bored
children looking for something to do decide that the family cat could
use a bath. But the cat has very different ideas. (11:49) Study
Guide
6 The Marzipan Pig — A lonely, lost
marzipan pig reaches out with love, in a strange chain of events, to an
owl, a mouse and a hibiscus flower. Narrated by Tim Curry.
(26:32)
Study
Guide
7 Mouse Around — A small mouse is
accidentally carried away from his family and friends. Does he find his
way home and if so, how? A delightful "tail" with the theme
"there's no place like home." (12:59) Study
Guide
8 Space Case — Funny things happen
when a creature from outer space visits Earth on Halloween. This zany
story of a small space traveler and the young boy he befriends is vividly
brought to life through lively animation and an upbeat musical score.
Narrated by Christopher Lloyd. (13:34) Study
Guide
9 Too Many Tamales — Everyone is
coming for Christmas dinner at Maria's house. She and her mother prepare
by kneading the "masa" to make tamales. How many can you eat? (12:36) Study
Guide
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