Leigh Corra
Getting to Know Simms Taback
The Caldecott-winning children's book creator shares stories about his work and life in this 2005 interview at his home in New York State.
I Could Do That! Esther Morris Gets Women the Vote
This is the true story of Esther Morris, who started out life believing she could do anything, and then proved it, by building her own business, raising a family in the Wild West, working to get women the vote for the first time, AND becoming the first female judge and the first woman in the US to hold a political office!
Hondo&Fabian
What happens when the dog of the house goes to the beach and leaves the cat at home with the baby? Find out in this gentle tale of the two very different days of house pets, Hondo the dog, and Fabian the cat.
Possum Magic
An Australian possum named Hush used to think that the magic made by Grandma Poss to make her invisible was fun - until one day, Hush wants to know what she looks like. Tour Australia with these two charming possums as they sample the food that will one day make Hush's wish come true.
Elves and the Shoemaker
The shoemaker and his wife reward two little elves who have helped them become rich and prosperous.
The Journey of the One and Only Declaration of Independence
A true symbol and inspiration for all that is best about America, the actual Declaration of Independence, has been rolled up, moved, hidden, copied and transported by more modes of transportation than anyone might guess since its signing in 1776. In this witty, gritty and factual history, audiences will learn all about the document that has defined American freedom for over two centuries.
The Pot That Juan Built
Juan Quezada, one of Mexico's most famous potters, used his creative gifts to transform his impoverished village of laborers into a thriving artists community. Children will learn about his life and work through glowing artwork and poetic language.
T Is for Terrible
With humor and a touch of suspense, an introspective dinosaur reflects on his own identity as a "terrible lizard." An endearing story of a Tyrannosaurus Rex who wonders why he can't be a vegetarian!
Will I Have a Friend?
On Jim's first day of school he worries, "Will I have a friend?" As the "new boy", it seems as if all the friends are already taken. Find out the answer to his question in this universal story about growing up.
Too Many Tamales
Everyone is coming for Christmas dinner at Maria's house. She and her mother prepare by kneading the "masa" to make tamales. When her mother takes off the ring, Maria tries it on - and is beside herself, when hours later, she thinks it has been kneaded into the tamales. How many can you eat?
The Scrambled States of America Talent Show
Those wacky scrambled states are having a talent show. Revel in the madcap adventures and silly antics of this star studded cast, while learning interesting facts about the states and geography.
Dot the Fire Dog
Dot, the fire dog, and her firefighter friends know exactly what to do when the alarm bell rings at the fire station.
Come on, Rain
Tess knows that the only thing that can fix the listless vines, the crackling dry path, the broiling alleyway and her sagging mama, is a good, soaking rainstorm. "Come on, rain!" she whispers into the endless summer heat. When it finally comes, there is shouting and dancing as everyone and everything spring to life.