Educational CD\'s & Videos

Classics of many lands— wisdom from China and Japan, an African romance, wildly funny Native American, Arabian and Spanish tales— show that the human beings who tell them all are related. Includes: A Guest Who Ran (Native American); Two Monks (Japan); The Three Friends of Manuel (Spain); Courting the Wind (West Africa); The Secret Weapon (China); Djuha: Two Stories (Arabic). Winner of the NAPPA Gold Award. Read by engaging storyteller Jim Weiss. Timeline: 1000 (Egypt, Medieval Japan, Renaissance Spain, plus updated Native American [Lakota Sioux], Senegal) Learn More

In this audiobook, master storyteller Jim Weiss introduces young listeners to some of the most fascinating people and events of the Middle Ages.

Attila the Hun makes an empire shake with fear.

Sir William Marshall outfights every opponent–yet shows mercy even to his enemies.

Hildegard of Bingen writes beautiful music–and writes advice letters to kings and queens!

Muhammad changes the map of the world, and inspires a faith that guides millions of people.

Eleanor of Aquitaine fights for power in a world ruled by men.

Moses Maimonides heals illnesses of the body and the spirit.

The scholars of Baghdad create an enormous library filled with the world’s books, while the cathedral-builders of Chartres shape stone and glass into a creation of stunning beauty.

Master storyteller Jim Weiss brings to life the people of the Middle Ages–Jews, Christians, and Muslims–in these mini-biographies that will entertain and educate children and parents alike.

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Swiss Family Workbook & CD. Bring the Classics to Life Read-Alongs. These read-alongs have been adapted into 10 short chapters aimed at introducing students to great classic literature, while improving comprehension, vocabulary and fluency. Expertly paced narration provides sound effects to keep interest high, while students follow along, and then pause to work on activities at the end of each chapter. Each book includes 100 comprehension questions that test for main idea, critical thinking, inference, recalling details, and sequencing. Contains 60 vocabulary exercises in modified Cloze format, and defines and uses new vocabulary in context, prior to each chapter. Includes exciting illustrations in every chapter and answer keys at the back of each book. Reading levels were measured by the Fry Readability Scale and written using McGraw-Hill's core vocabulary. Each audio CD includes a word-for-word reading directly from the chapter pages in the book broken into 10 chapters with exciting sound effects. Workbooks and CD's can be used together or independently of each other. Reading Level 1. Interest Level 2-adult, ESL, ELL.

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Listeners of all ages can drift into Sweet Dreams with these remarkably restful visualizations. Experience a toy shop after hours, a colorful cavern behind a waterfall, and four other settings of safety and wonder. Gentle music follows each scene, with enough time between stories to allow Mom or Dad to turn off the player. Includes: The Forest Cottage; The Pond; Behind the Waterfall; The Toy Shop; The Desert Retreat; The Cove. Winner of the Parents' Guide to Children's Media Award. Read by engaging storyteller Jim Weiss. Timeline: Contemporary Learn More

Suspense, laughter and plenty of plot twists in tales from Wilde, Hawthorne and Kipling. A family defies a medieval ghost. A youth potion reveals old secrets. Two friends share a haunting episode. Spooky, not scary! Includes: The Canterville Ghost; Dr. Heidegger's Experiment; The Sending of Dana Da. Winner of the Film Advisory Board Award, Storytelling World Award, and AudioFile Earphones Award. Read by engaging storyteller Jim Weiss. Ages 7+ Timeline: 1800s (United States); 1900s (England, India) Learn More

Entertaining songs help students learn fun facts about the eight planets, including order, size, distance from the sun, satellites, terrain, composition, and temperatures. The Solar System CD comes with a book that features colorful illustrations and detailed photos from NASA. This program makes the perfect travel CD or supplement to any science curriculum. Ages 8 & up. Approx. 40 minutes Learn More

Bring the Classics to Life Read-Along Reading Level 5.0-6.0. This high-interest read-along has been adapted into 10 short chapters aimed at introducing students to great classic literature, while improving comprehension, vocabulary and fluency. Expertly paced narration provides sound effects to keep interest high, while students follow along, and then pause to work on activities at the end of each chapter. Each book: Includes 100 comprehension questions that test for main idea, critical thinking, inference, recalling details, and sequencing, Contains 60 vocabulary exercises in modified Cloze format, and defines and uses new vocabulary in context, prior to each chapter. Includes exciting illustrations in every chapter and answer keys at the back of each book. Reading levels were measured by the Fry Readability Scale and written using McGraw-Hill's Core Vocabulary. Each audio CD: Includes a word-for-word reading directly from the chapter pages in the book broken into 10 chapters with exciting sound effects. Workbooks and CD's can be used together or independently of each other. Learn More

Brings the world of Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson to life for children. Includes: The Mazarin Stone; The Adventure of the Speckled Band; The Musgrave Ritual; The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle. Winner of: ALA Notable, 1992 Parents' Choice Gold Award and Booklist Editor's Choice. Read by engaging storyteller Jim Weiss. Timeline: 1900 (England) Learn More

Upbeat and exciting yet deeply moving, this unique collection of myths addresses the equality of the sexes and the value of love and honor. Includes: Psyche & Cupid; Pygmalion & Galatea; Echo & Narcissus; Atalanta & The Golden Apples; Baucis & Philemon. •INDIE Finalist. Read by engaging storyteller Jim Weiss. Timeline: 1000 BC (Greece) Learn More

The glorious richness of two of Shakespeare's best loved plays on a level children can grasp. Includes: A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Taming of the Shrew among others. Winner of the Film Advisory Board Award. Timeline: Renaissance Italy. Read by engaging storyteller Jim Weiss. Learn More

Passionate promises beneath the pale moon and deadly swordplay beneath the blazing sun! William Shakespeare's masterpiece of young love and feuding families has thrilled audiences for four centuries. Now Jim Weiss seamlessly integrates his own storytelling art with the profound beauty of Shakespeare's famous verse, bringing both young and old listeners the ecstatic joy, sudden sorrow and tender sighs of one of the greatest works of literature's greatest author. Here are the desperate young lovers whose very names have come to represent passionate love; Romeo's swashbuckling friend, Mercutio; the furious Tybalt, whose temper and blade combine to fatal effect; Juliet's comical nurse; and wise Friar Laurence, who hopes the young lovers' marriage might end the war between their families. Approx. 62 minutes. Learn More

Rock 'N Learn Test-Taking Strategies - Writing DVD. Nobody's sharper than "Marko the Pencil" when it comes to preparing students for tests. His secret tips are super-effective and his outrageous antics help students stay focused. With Marko's guidance, students ace a practice test by learning how to read passages for meaning, underline key words, eliminate poor choices, and determine the best answers. This animated pencil may be a No. 2, but he will help make any student Number One!

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Rock 'N Learn Test-Taking Strategies- Reading DVD. Nobody's sharper than "Marko the Pencil" when it comes to preparing students for tests. His secret tips are super-effective and his outrageous antics help students stay focused. With Marko's guidance, students ace a practice test by learning how to read passages for meaning, underline key words, eliminate poor choices, and determine the best answers. This animated pencil may be a No. 2, but he will help make any student Number One!

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Of all the programs to learn the states and capitals, the cool rap songs make this one fun and simple to use. Positive, motivating lyrics help hold the interest of students, allowing them get top grades. A follow-along book is included with fun facts about each state. Delayed answers on some songs allow students to check their progress. Ages 10 & up. Approx. 27 minutes. Learn More

Help your child become a better reader! Kids read or sing along with engaging characters to learn sight words quickly and automatically. Sight words are the most common words in children's literature, and Level 2 covers all of the primer Dolch words and many words from Fry's list. Although this video picks up where Level 1 leaves off, you don't have to begin with Level 1 if your child is starting to read at an approximate kindergarten to first grade level. In fact, this program reviews many of the words found on Level 1 along with 68 new words. Kindergarten—First Grade. Approx. 61 minutes Learn More

Sight words are the most frequently used words in the English language, and this DVD helps students read them automatically. As a supplement to phonics-based strategies, Rock 'N Learn Sight Words boosts reading and spelling skills. Children learn over 60 sight words through engaging characters, entertaining songs, and fun practice. Words are presented in context to help build reading comprehension. Includes all pre-primer Dolch words, the top 20 from Fry's, and more. A bonus section helps kids with word shapes and spelling skills. Pre-k & up. Approx. 50 minutes Learn More

Rhythmic songs help you learn the presidents along with important facts about the United States government. From George Washington to Donald Trump, practice learning the presidents by inauguration date, number, or last name only. Separate songs present key facts about the executive, legislative, and judicial branches including functions, qualifications, and more. Included are photos and term dates for each president on the CD insert. You also will get a free printable book with lyrics, bonus activities, and fun facts about each president. Ages 10 & up. Approx. 37 minutes Learn More

Here's the perfect way to learn important facts and get ready for a physical science test. Marko the Pencil takes learners on a journey to his Super Science Station where it's easy to grasp science concepts. Includes lab safety, scientific method, molecules, electricity, motion, energy, and much more. Meets the National Science Education Standards. Grades 3rd - 8th Total running time: Approx. 55 minutes Learn More

Learning multiplication doesn’t have to be dull, especially when you rock! Upbeat music, energetic performers, and plenty of action make these multiplication rock songs favorites with kids of all ages. As they rock out to these multiplication tunes, learners develop quick, accurate recall for multiplication facts through 12. DVD. Ages 8 & up. Approx. 30 minutes. Learn More

Learning multiplication doesn't have to be dull, especially when you rock! Upbeat music, energetic performers, and plenty of action make these multiplication rock songs favorites with kids of all ages. As they rock out to these multiplication tunes, learners develop quick, accurate recall for multiplication facts through 12. Available in DVD video or audio CD with printable book. Ages 8 & up. Approx. 30 minutes. Learn More

Everyone loves rapping along and learning multiplication with D.J. Doc—the Hip Hop Hamster. Positive lyrics, super-cool rap music, and high-energy action make these multiplication rap songs irresistible. Multiplication facts through 12 are easy to learn and remember with these fun rap songs—a different one for each set of rap facts. Now includes Skip Counting songs. DVD. Ages 8 & up. Approx. 50 minutes Learn More

Everyone loves rapping along and learning multiplication with D.J. Doc-the Hip Hop Hamster. Positive lyrics, super-cool rap music, and high-energy action make these multiplication rap songs irresistible. Multiplication facts through 12 are easy to learn and remember with these fun rap songs-a different one for each set of rap facts. Now includes Skip Counting songs. Ages 8 & up. Approx. 50 minutes Learn More

Marko the Pencil helps students boost math skills and score high on tests. Students learn how to read problems carefully, identify relevant information, use pictures and diagrams, and look for patterns. Clear explanations and outrageous humor make this DVD fun and effective. Correlated to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards. Grade 3 (Also useful for 4th grade review) Approx. 58 minutes Learn More

Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! Marko the Pencil and his friend Bailey take learners on a fascinating journey to Marko's Super Science Station where it's easy and fun to grasp science concepts and boost test scores. This science DVD covers photosynthesis, plant parts, butterfly lifecycle, plant and animal cells, food chains, food webs, and more! Meets the National Science Education Standards. Grades 3rd - 8th. Approx. 59 minutes Learn More