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Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Where do nature's building blocks, called the elements, come from? They're the hidden ingredients of everything in our world, from the carbon in our bodies to the metals in our smartphones. Watch as David Pogue unlocks their secrets.
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
From a castle in England to the New Jersey shore, host Jason Silva and renowned guest experts engage volunteers in experiments, games and exercises that reveal fascinating truths about the workings of the human brain. This season explores topics like the brain's amazing, if sometimes inconvenient, selective memory function, and whether or not people are literally born to be bad.
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Join the agents of Odd Squad for a competition featuring crazy math challenges where the winner gets to be Ms. O for a day and run Odd Squad! Agent Otto is chosen to compete, but so is the villain Odd Todd, Agent Olive's former partner. Will Odd Todd eliminate each of his competitors and shut down Odd Squad forever if he wins?
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Christianity conquered the Roman Empire. It catapulted from a persecuted mystery cult, viewed as a threat to the pagan ritualistic pantheon, to a turning point of victories over Rome's traditional religion. National Geographic unravels how the Christians infiltrated, endured and overran Rome; from the earliest martyrs to the first Christian empire, see how they spread their message.
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Includes beloved fairy tales Rapunzel; Sleeping Beauty; Jack and the Beanstalk; and Little Ride Robin Hood. Featuring four classic Kermit Newsflash segments. Preschooler will learn early literacy skills, problem solving, and exploring nature.
Series
Publisher
Warner Home Video México
Pub. Date
2007
Language
Español
Description
Alístate para explorar la gran naturaleza y aprende acerca de los animales salvajes, los peces y el clima. Con una sombra bailarina, un dibujante travieso, una televisión alegre y una computadora juguetona, el Mundo de Elmo es el lugar ideal para que los preescolares aprendan acerca del mundo que los rodea.
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Mister Rogers taught generations of children how to accept and respect others and how to feel valued and encouraged. Watch memorable episodes where Mister Rogers helps children understand that everyone makes mistakes from time to time. World-famous pianist Andre Watts performs for Mister Rogers, and together they talk about learning from mistakes!
10) Wonders
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Reporting from the frontiers of science, follow researchers on the winding paths of uncertainty and the unknown. From the mysteries of astrophysics to the technologies that could rival or surpass the abilities of the human mind, the series reveals how far humans have come, how they've managed to get here, and the remarkable scientists who are transforming the world and the future.
Publisher
Nickelodeon
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Blue and her friends are experiencing all kinds of emotions, Josh is feeling silly, Magenta is excited to get new glasses, and Blue is feeling a little bit sad! Let's play Blue's Clues to find the best way to help deal with all these feelings!
14) The planets
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Among the stars in the night sky wander the eight-plus worlds of the solar system, each home to truly awe-inspiring sights. Volcanoes three times higher than Everest, geysers erupting with icy plumes, cyclones larger than Earth lasting hundreds of years. Each of our celestial neighbors has a distinct personality and a unique story. In this five-part series, NOVA will explore the awesome beauty including Saturn's 175,000-mile-wide rings, Mars's ancient...
Publisher
NCircle Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Bus, do your stuff! Field trips with Ms. Frizzle are wilder than ever, into space, over to the Galapagos Islands, even a plunge into the depths of the Sun itself. And along the way, the kids we know and love bring their science investigations into the 21st century, still taking chances, making mistakes, and getting messy! Climb aboard for a field trip you'll never forget.
Publisher
Bridgestone Multimedia Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
After meeting Jesus during one of his adventures in the Sea of Galilee, Lukas, and his friend Noah, the turtle, share the wonderful stories of Jesus and other Heroes of the Bible with Lukas' friends from the reef, Ana, Paul, Agnes, and Peter. Discover how these stories full of music and fun changed the lives of Lukas and his friends, and how they can change yours.
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
""Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." These simple words go to the heart of food journalist Pollan's thesis. Humans used to know how to eat well, he argues, but the balanced dietary lessons that were once passed down through generations have been confused and distorted by food industry marketers, nutritional scientists, and journalists. As a result, we face today a complex culinary landscape dense with bad advice and foods that are not "real."...
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Dr. Tara Allmen provides the tools every woman needs to enter this phase of their lives triumphantly. Dr. Allmen and other women's health experts explain common symptoms, health risks, and therapeutic options. Also, women share their firsthand experiences, personal journeys, and successful strategies to effectively cope with perimenopause and menopause.
Publisher
Giant Interactive
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Baby's First is all about the skills that will help your babies begin to communicate. From exploring sounds, music, and movement to hearing new and interesting languages, your little mover and shaker will encounter a treasure trove of ways to express themselves. Only the best! Season 4 treats your child to the very best of classical, holiday, and bedtime music. Discover the beauty and magic of sounds as your child dives into Bach, Brahms, Mozart,...
Publisher
Sesame Street Workshop
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
In this brand-new update of Elmo's World, Elmo explores kindness, sharing, counting, bees, dress-up, and much more! He is joined by his new friend Smartie, his old pal Mr.Noodle, and Mr.Noodle's dog Schmoodle! Preschoolers will love to learn along with Elmo!
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