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Manufacturer: Language Tree Brand: LANGUAGE TREE Model: A0020

American Sign Language is one of the fastest-growing languages today. With Language Tree's American Sign Language for Kids volume 1 (perfect for children of all ages), you will learn how to fingerspell the alphabet and numbers as well as pick up signs for everyday situations such as meeting and greeting, pronouns, family members, occupations, colors, and much more. In addition, tips on how to interact effectively with the Deaf community are offered throughout the program.

Manufacturer: FilmRise Brand: FilmRise Model: 35341117

Requiem for the American DreamNoam Chomsky, widely regarded as the most important intellectual alive, discusses in critical detail the defining characteristic of our time — the deliberate concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a select few. Through interviews filmed over four years, Chomsky reveals the principles that have brought us to the crossroads of historically unprecedented inequality. Profoundly personal and thought-provoking, Chomsky gives penetrating insight into what may well be the lasting legacy of our time — the death of the middle class and the idea of a functioning democracy in America. "Requiem for the American Dream" is a potent reminder that power ultimately rests in the hands of the governed. This film is required viewing for all who want to maintain hope in the future.DVD features official "Requiem for the American Dream" trailer and includes English subtitles for the deaf and hearing-impaired.When sold by Amazon.com, this product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

Manufacturer: Universal Studios Home Entertainment Brand: UNI DIST CORP. (MCA) Model: 34431501

Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorized film of one of the mostcelebrated figures in soccer. For the first time ever, the world gets vividly candid and unparalleled, behind-closed-doors access to the footballer, father, family man and friend in this moving and fascinating documentary. Through in-depth conversations, state-of-the-art soccer footage and never-before-seen archival footage, the film gives an astonishing insight into the sporting and personal life of triple Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his career. From the makers of Senna and Amy, Ronaldo takes audiences on an intimate and revealing journey of what it's like to live as an iconic athlete in the eye of the storm.

Manufacturer: BBC Home Entertainment Brand: Warner Manufacturing Model: 34517419

BBC Earth Films, the creator of the groundbreaking Walking with Dinosaurs 3D and Earth, takes us on a spell-binding journey through seven realms of Africa to reveal a natural world stranger, more magical, and more mystical than anything we might imagine. Narrated by Idris Elba, the film flows likes a stream, with extraordinary time-lapse photography, sweeping aerial shots, and macro and micro lensed 3D propelling us from enchanted forests to the boiling edge of the underworld, from celestial ice-capped mountains and lava-spewing volcanoes, to crashing waterfalls and deep fantastical seas, as we experience some of the greatest gatherings of wildlife ever captured on film. With up-close-and-personal animal encounters and absolutely stunning scenery, this is an unspeakably beautiful film that presents nature in all her epic grandeur.

Manufacturer: Rock 'N Learn Brand: ROCK N LEARN Model: RL-982

Putting a new spin on the classics, Brother and Sister Goose join Mother Goose to make these favorites come alive! Children learn 43 rhymes using upbeat, pop-style music sung to traditional melodies. The playful geese teach kids about safety, manners, and accepting responsibility. Irresistible tunes will engage even the most energetic little learners.

Manufacturer: Questar

Kid s Animated History With Pipo presents A Time Compass showcasing significant historical events in a humorous and easy to understand style. This delightful series plays out in a book-like format, taking viewers on a journey in time. From Ancient Egypt to Classical Greece and India... Watch as they learn about the Trojans fighting for beauty and then getting blindsided by it! Rediscover the world s incredible history in a fun and amusing way! Every young person will study these great cultures in elementary school, high school, and college. Mom and dad - you can watch too! Disc 1: Rome - Conquered the known world, built the Colosseum, and gave civilization Roman Law and Latin, the root of most languages. Greece - The country that gave birth to democracy and the Olympic Games, the writings of poet Homer The Iliad and the Odyssey and the philosophers Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. Celts & Vikings - The war-like Celts lived in today's France and were conquered by Julius Caesar of Rome. The Vikings were explorers, warriors and merchants, and settled in Europe, Asian and North Atlantic. Disc 2: India - The 7th largest country with a population of 1.2 billion people who once lived by a caste system. India is known for the Taj Mahal, spice, herbs and condiments. Mesopotamia - Many groups of people lived in today s Middle East (where the Hanging Gardens of Babylon were). The society was ruled by elders, and only the rich could be educated. Carolingian - These people covered...