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In 'Puppy, ' when Kyle is unwilling to behave like a real dog, the Minions look for one who will. As usual, nothing goes as planned, and when their new friend gets homesick, it's time for some very creative thinking! 'Panic in the mailroom' is what happens when a suspicious package arrives and the Minions are totally unprepared. And in 'Training wheels, ' Agnes has some trouble with her bike and the Minions come to her aid, armed with a few helpful...
82) Hair story
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With rhythmic, rhyming verse, this story follows two girls, one non-Black Puerto Rican, one Black, as they discover the stories their hair can tell.
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"Sasha has one speed -- fast. She loves to do lots of things, all at once, as fast as possible. Mr. Sloth has one speed -- slow. He loves to do things one at a time, at a nice, easy pace. Can Mr. Sloth's mindful ways teach Sasha to slow down and enjoy life? This unlikely friendship tale between an energetic girl and a sloth encourages children to stop, breathe, and be present in every moment"--Container.
84) Mommy's khimar
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In this sweet and vibrant story, a young Muslim girl plays dress-up with her mother's headscarves, feeling her mother's love with every one she tries on.
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Llama Llama springs to life in these heart-warming tales based on the award-winning book series by author and illustrator Anna Dewdney. Join Llama Llama, Nelly Gnu, Luna Giraffe, Euclid, and Gilroy Goat as they give gifts, sing songs, and build snow sculptures. It's a very Merry Christmas indeed!
88) Ghoulia
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Other children are afraid of Ghoulia. But when Halloween rolls around, the little zombie girl hatches a brilliant plan to make new friends.
89) Come follow me
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"Jesus said, 'Come follow me,' and a man named Peter was led to respond ... Walk with Peter on his journey from pride to humility, from guilt to forgiveness, from doubt to faith"--container.
91) The highway rat
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Based on the beloved children's book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, it tells the tale of a ravenous rat who craves buns, cookies, and all sweet things. Tearing along the highway, he searches for sugary treats to steal. But will his sweet tooth lead him to a sticky end? This swashbuckling tale is an animated film the whole family will enjoy.
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Documentarian Joan Laskoff discovers artists and performers who show that dauntless creativity can exist even in the direst circumstances. The film explores the work of artists who are or have been homeless, giving us a candid look at their lives and the context for the wide range of art, from painting to hip hop, they produce. We also get invaluable insight into the therapeutic, empowering, and political potential of art.
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On a snow-covered Christmas Eve, Little Nutbrown Hare and friends stumble across a little Brown Bear who is lost. Determined to return him to his mother in time for Christmas, Little Nutbrown Hare and Little Field Mouse venture bravely into the unknown woods while Little Redwood Fox and Little Grey Squirrel go to find Big Nutbrown Hare. But when night falls and snow covers their paw prints, they realize they are all lost. Now they face missing Christmas...
94) The war of 1812
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This series explores the greatest achievements in American history in the context of the time period, incorporating archival footage that captures the monumental events of yesteryear. Journey back in time to the War of 1812. Understand the events that led up to the war, the countries involved, the key figures and the important battles along the way. Appreciate how and why America was victorious in the end.
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Conrad and Sally Walden are home alone with their pet fish. It is raining outside, and there is nothing to do. Until The Cat in the Hat walks in the front door. He introduces them to their imagination, and at first it's all fun and games, until things get out of hand and the kids wreak havoc in the home their mother has neatly prepared for an upcoming party. So The Cat must go, go, go, before their parents get back.
98) Fry bread
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An award-winning, evocative depiction of a modern Native American family that tells a tale of a family coming together to create a meaningful meal and new memories.
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Finding immediate fame in the opening title sequence of Blake Edwards' 1964 classic comedy The Pink Panther, the feline embodiment of the Swinging Sixties cool quickly become the star of his own animated short. Unlike the loud and manic characters of other animation studios, the Pink Panther was lithe and easygoing, and moved to the rhythm of jazzy theme music, usually thwarting the plans of a variety of uptight "little men".