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Goodnight Moon
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Goodnight Moon

2001
Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd's classic children's bedtime tale "Goodnight, Moon" leaps from the page to the screen in this delightful, heartwarming animated feature narrated by actress Susan Sarandon. The compilation also includes Maurice Sendak's "There's a Monster in My Closet" featuring Billy Crystal, plus two lullabies -- "Hit the Road to Dreamland" and "Hush Little Baby" -- sung by Tony Bennett and Lauryn Hill.

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  • Amy Schatz
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    The Spirit of Christmas
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    The Spirit of Christmas

    1950
    Two classic holiday tales -- "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" and the story of the Nativity -- come to life in this 1950s TV presentation performed almost entirely by marionettes. With Alexander Scourby narrating and the Mabel Beaton Marionettes taking on the roles of everyone from Santa to the baby Jesus, this colorful musical presentation is a holiday classic that adults will recall fondly and a new generation of tykes will embrace.

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  • Mabel Beaton
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    Between the Lions: Season 1
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    Between the Lions: Season 1

    2000
    Puppetry, animation, live action and music combine in this Emmy-winning PBS series for early readers. In each episode, the members of a lion family -- Theo, Cleo, Leona and Lionel -- read a story from their magical library, where characters pop out from books, vowels sing and words spring to life. With an emphasis on phonics and key words -- and a lot of music and merriment thrown in -- "Between the Lions" -- makes learning to read fun and easy.

    Directed by:

  • Kathryn Mullen
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    Daughters of the Dust
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    Daughters of the Dust

    1991
    Julie Dash's landmark film follows a large African-American family moving north in the early 20th century, bringing to life the conflicts and struggles that confront every family leaving their homeland for the promise of a better future. This emotionally charged drama also explores the unique culture of the Gullah people; as the generations struggle with the decision to leave, their rich Gullah heritage and African roots rise to the surface.

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  • Julie Dash
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    Blue's Clues: Blue's Room: Fred's Birthday
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    Blue's Clues: Blue's Room: Fred's Birthday

    2004
    Inquisitive pup Blue and her friends enjoy party time and fairy tales in the playroom in these two charming episodes -- "Fred's Birthday" and "In the Fairy Tale Ball" -- from the educational series aimed at preschoolers. First, Blue and Fred invite tykes on a riddle-solving treasure hunt for Fred's present. Then, Blue receives a special invitation and meets Little Red Riding Hood, the Three Little Pigs and other classic fairy-tale characters.

    Directed by:

  • Elizabeth Holder
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    Blue's Clues: Blue's Room: It's Hug Day
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    Blue's Clues: Blue's Room: It's Hug Day

    2004
    Join curious pup Blue and some of her pals -- including Moona, Polka Dots, Fred and Roary -- as they hunt for clues and have a blast hanging out in Blue's room. The video features one episode of "Blue's Clues," one installment of "Blue's Room" and two bonus episodes that will help preschoolers develop cognitive skills, stretch their creativity and have fun with Blue's blend of music, games, dancing, puzzles, drawing and wordplay.

    Directed by:

  • Elizabeth Holder
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    Jacob Have I Loved
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    Jacob Have I Loved

    2003
    Based on the Newbury Award-winning book by Katherine Paterson, this coming-of-age tale centers on plain 16-year-old Louise Bradshaw (Bridget Fonda), who's been eclipsed all of her life by her beautiful twin sister. In their small fishing community in Chesapeake Bay, Louise dreams of escaping her family's business and discovering her own life. When she begins a friendship with an old sea captain, Louise must reconsider what matters most to her.

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  • Victoria Hochberg
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    Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen
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    Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen

    2004
    Lindsay Lohan stars in this sparkling comedy, based on author Dyan Sheldon's novel of the same name, about an avowed New York City teenager whose social life is uprooted when her family relocates to the suburbs of New Jersey. Determined to become popular at her school, she jostles with the reigning Queen Bee for supremacy. Does she stand a chance? Adam Garcia, Glenne Headly and Alison Pill co-star.

    Directed by:

  • Sara Sugarman
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    The Kid & I
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    The Kid & I

    2005
    While most teens wish for a car for their 18th birthday, Aaron Roman (Eric Gores) longs to star in a big-budget action movie. Luckily, his wealthy father (Joe Mantegna) has the means to make it happen. But for Aaron, who has cerebral palsy, the logistics are another issue. Tom Arnold (who penned the semiautobiographical movie) stars, with appearances by Henry Winkler, Shannon Elizabeth, Linda Hamilton, Jamie Lee Curtis and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

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  • Penelope Spheeris
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    Child Star: The Shirley Temple Story
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    Child Star: The Shirley Temple Story

    2001
    Concentrating on her career heyday during the Great Depression -- during which time she starred in nearly 40 movies before the age of 10 -- this made-for-TV biopic also looks at the relationship between Shirley Temple (Ashley Rose Orr) and her supportive parents (Connie Britton and Colin Friels). The film, based on Temple's autobiography, paints an upbeat portrait of the dimpled tyke who became a showbiz legend.

    Directed by:

  • Nadia Tass
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    The Wind in the Willows
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    The Wind in the Willows

    2006
    From the prolific "Masterpiece Theatre" series comes this rollicking family adventure based on Kenneth Grahame's classic children's book. Mild-mannered Mole (Lee Ingleby) and easygoing Ratty (Mark Gatiss) find marvelous adventures with impulsive driving daredevil Mr. Toad (Matt Lucas). The highly imaginative charming film also stars Bob Hoskins as the wise Badger and Imelda Staunton as the Barge Lady.

    Directed by:

  • Rachel Talalay
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    'Twas the Night
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    'Twas the Night

    2002
    Tinsel and toys, lights and noise, shopping and cooking and many other colorful distractions often shield the true meaning of the holidays. Celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa and reflect on their importance through the eyes of children in this collection of musical performances, animated features and more.

    Directed by:

  • Amy Schatz
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    The Little Travelers: Japan
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    The Little Travelers: Japan

    2008
    Experience Japan through the eyes of a child as American sisters Chantelle Hart and Nakia Hart begin their travels making friends and exploring the country's culture and customs in this award-winning educational adventure for the whole family. Spending three months in the ancient country, the twosome learn a little Japanese, play taiko drums, dress up in kimonos, meet ninjas, spend a day in preschool and taste lots of food -- even snails.

    Directed by:

  • Angelina Hart
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    Wee Sing: King Cole's Party
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    Wee Sing: King Cole's Party

    1987
    Mother Goose nursery rhymes come to life in this delightful musical treat for children. Join Mary and her little lamb, Jack and Jill, and Little Boy Blue as they journey to Old King Cole's castle to help him celebrate 100 years of peace. Youngsters' favorite characters are all on board -- including Humpty-Dumpty. Featuring live action and special effects, the program encourages kids and adults to sing along with the familiar nursery-rhyme songs.

    Directed by:

  • Susan Shadburne
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    Cedarmont Kids: Sunday School Songs
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    Cedarmont Kids: Sunday School Songs

    1996
    Your kids will enjoy this animated journey of discovery into the wonderful world of Sunday School songs -- 15 classic tunes in all, along with nine bonus songs. Tracks (in English and Spanish) include "I Am a C-H-R-I-S-T-I-A-N," "Standin' in the Need of Prayer," "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands," "Alive, Alive," "Jesus Loves the Little Children," "Whisper a Prayer" and many more.

    Directed by:

  • Sue Martin Gay
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    The Little Travelers: British Isles
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    The Little Travelers: British Isles

    2008
    See the magic of the British Isles through the eyes of two little girls in this volume of the award-winning travel series. Chantelle Hart and Nakia Hart visit England, Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland, with stops at world-renowned attractions. The girls kiss the Blarney Stone, explore the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster, visit the castle that doubles as Hogwart's in the Harry Potter films, discover the world of Beatrix Potter and more.

    Directed by:

  • Angelina Hart
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    Now and Then
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    Now and Then

    1995
    Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty in this tender coming-of-age tale, four childhood girlfriends -- Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta -- recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more. Lesli Linka Glatter directs; Gaby Hoffmann, Ashleigh Aston Moore, Cloris Leachman, Thora Birch and Christina Ricci co-star.

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  • Lesli Linka Glatter
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    Now and Then (1995)
    A heartwarming movie about four childhood girlfriends who, in adulthood reunion, relive their experience of the life-changing summer of 1970, including a mystery death, divorce, standing up to the boys, first kiss, and the meaning of true friendship. Each explores her unique identity amidst family and friends. Beautifully directed by Lesli Linka Glatter.
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