Scholastic video collection

Animated and iconographic children's stories about ogres, wizard and magic.

Amos McGee was a zookeeper who always made time for his animal friends. One day when his sniffles and sneezes prevented him from going to the zoo, he received some unexpected guests --his friends from the zoo! This is a gently humorous tale of friendship and dedication.

Swimmy meets a group of small fish who are scared to swim in the ocean. (1st work). While other mice are gathering food for the winter, Frederick sits on the stone wall. When the dreary weather comes and the food runs out, it's Frederick who saves the day. (2nd work). When Fish's friend, the tadpole, becomes a frog and leaves the pond to explore, Fish decides that maybe he doesn't have to remain in the pond either. (3rd work). Three selfish frogs bicker all day long. But a bad storm and a big brown toad help them realize that sharing is much more fun. (4th work). Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, does tricks, and sees things no other crocodile can. (5th work).

Viewers learn about good dental health and helping others in this collection of animated tales.

Offers holiday stories and songs like the "Little Drummer Boy," "Merry Christmas, Space Case," "Sam and the Lucky Money," and "The Tomten," along with a special feature of "The Twelve Days of Christmas." These programs are guaranteed to keep children smiling and laughing all winter long.