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In the late 1800s, Maggie Walker, an African American community leader, helped establish a sanitarium for tuberculosis patients, a community center, and an educational loan fund, among other humanitarian projects. She was also the first woman in the United States to become founder and president of a chartered bank.
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
On September 11, 1814, the British Fleet arrived at the mouth of the Patapsco River. Thus began the Battle of Baltimore, which inspired Francis Scott Key to pen The Star-Spangled Banner. Featuring Aretha Franklin's soulful, heartfelt voice, our flag's broad stripes and bright stars will shine through in all our children's voices as they sing along in celebration of America's unity and strength.
4) Hiawatha
Pub. Date
[1994]
Language
English
Description
Hiawatha's boyhood is gracefully brought to life against a background of authentic Native American music in this excerpt from Longfellow's classic poem.
5) Rosie's Walk
Pub. Date
[1970]
Language
English
Description
Against the strains of a catchy barnyard tune, a single-minded fox stalks an unuspecting hen.
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
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. Narrated by author Jane Yolen.
Pub. Date
[1995]
Language
English
Description
Adapted from a Masai folktale about a rabbit who can't get into her house because the Long One, who "eats trees and tramples on elephants," is hiding inside, this animated production is presented as a play performed by Masai actors wearing animal masks. Video narrated by James Earl Jones.
15) Duke Ellington
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
Duke Ellington was hailed as the "King of the Keys." This is a most fitting tribute to a great man who proudly celebrated the history of African-Americans from slavery to civil rights struggles. Narrated by Forest Whitaker.
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
The classic children’s story of triumph over adversity is entertainingly re-told by Barbara Karlin and brought to life with James Marshall’s signature illustrations. Sparkling narration provided by Stephanie J. Block, with music by Ernest V. Troost and animation by Virginia Wilkos.
20) Trashy Town
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
Hats off to Mr. Gilly, the always smiling, ever energetic trash man who dumps it in, smashes it down and drives around the Trashy Town until his truck is full of glorious garbage. Follow Mr. Gilly from morning till evening when he's the only thing left to clean up.
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