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As each day passes, babies' awareness of the world around them -- and all the wonders it holds -- continues to develop. Wild animals are especially intriguing and World Animals captures the spirit of little ones' fascination with wild creatures as it introduces them to animals living in the jungle, in the ocean, and on the savannah. These are animals that might be found in the zoo, but in this program, they are roaming free in their natural habitats....
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As babies continue to explore the world around them, they soon encounter many creatures, both large and small, that are extremely intriguing. Whether furry or feathered, winged or wiggly, bumpy or smooth, each holds a special fascination. Neighborhood Animals exposes little ones to animals most likely to be found close to home or in easily recognized environments. With a captivating combination of live-action footage, stimulating, colorful images...
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2003.
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The adventurous Phineas Fogg makes a bet to sail around the world in 80 days. He goes off with his manservant Passepartout, spanning the continents, visiting the world's greatest cities, crossing all the oceans, mountains and deserts, while a Scotland Yard detective follows in hot pursuit every step of the way.
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As little ones' curiosity about the world blossoms, you can help sow the seeds of discovery with Baby MacDonald: A Day on the Farm. Featuring live-action images, nursery rhymes and fun-filled puppet shows, this playful, interactive program introduces little ones to the exciting sights and sounds of a real working farm. Get ready to meet the animals, plant the crops, ride on a tractor, celebrate the harvest and much more!
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As little ones become better acquainted with the world, they grow curious about animals of all kinds, beyond just the family pet. And as their communication skills continue to develop, they enjoy imitating animal sounds as well. Baby Noah™ Animal Expedition takes your little explorer across the globe to meet animals -- two-by-two -- from the savannah, the rainforest and tropics, the Outback, the ocean and the Polar Regions. With its unique video...
10) Beethoven
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[2005]
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English
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An overview of the life and accomplishments of the composer, who while deaf, managed to produce some of the worlds greatest classical works.
13) Galileo
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[2005]
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Animated biography of Galileo, the astronomer and inventor who discovered truths about the universe at the risk of his reputation and freedom.
15) Harriet Tubman
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2005.
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English
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Animated biography of Harriet Tubman, the Moses of her people, who helped more than 300 slaves escape to freedom in the North.
16) Helen Keller
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English
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Animated biography of Helen Keller, the blind and deaf woman who, with the help of teacher Anne Sullivan, overcomes her obstacles and ends her isolation in a dark and silent world.
17) Joan of Arc
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[2005]
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English
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Tells story of Joan of Arc who leads the battle to protect France and its castle from the English.
18) Louis Pasteur
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[2005]
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Animated biography of Louis Pasteur.
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[2005]
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Journey to Palestine of the second century B.C., where Antiochus, a Syrian-Greek king, rules over the people of Israel, confronting them with a trying test of their faith. They must bow down and accept the Greek gods or die! Some submit but not the Maccabees, a small group true to the faith of their fathers. The spirit and determination of the Maccabees lives today in the celebration of Hanukkah, the Feast of Lights.
20) Marco Polo
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[2005]
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English
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An animated biography of Venetian explorerMarco Polo, highlighting his travels to India, China and other many exotic lands in the thirteenth-century.
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