Scholastic Stories About School Series
| Series Information |
Curricular Areas:
Language Arts/Reading |
| Length: 6/5-15-Minute
Programs |
| Grade Levels: K-2 |
| Teacher's Guide see below
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Scholastic
ETV Consortium |
This literature series produced by Scholastic Inc. encourages students
to read with a greater appreciation for literature. These timeless classics
are based upon renowned award-winning books.
Episode Descriptions
1 Chrysanthemum A little mouse thinks her name is absolutely
perfect until she starts school and all the kids make fun of her. Narrated
by Meryl Streep. (14:16) Study
Guide
2 The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash Steven Kellogg captures
all the fun and excitement when Jimmy brings along his pet boa constrictor
on a class trip to the farm. (5:05) Study
Guide
3 Miss Nelson Has A Field Day Everyone at the Horace B.
Smedley School is down in the dumps - until the arrival of the notorious
Viola Swamp who takes it upon herself to whip the football team into shape
for the big Thanksgiving Day game. (12:50) Study
Guide
4 Miss Nelson is Back When the kids in Room 207 find out
that their teacher, Miss Nelson, will be away for a few days, they prepare
to act up - despite the likely appearance of Miss Viola Swamp, the meanest
substitute in the whole world. (12:28) Study
Guide
5 Monty Monty, a dependable and considerate alligator taxi
for three children who need to get to school every day, decides that he
needs a vacation when their back-seat driving proves more than he can
handle. (7:01) Study
Guide
6 Owen When Mrs. Tweezers convinces Owen's parents that
their son is becoming a little too attached to Fuzzy, his beloved yellow
blanket, Owen vehemently disagrees. "Can't bring a blanket to school,"
says nosy Mrs. Tweezers. What will Owen's parents do? Study
Guide
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