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Great Joy
DVD
$64.95
Frances is worried about the monkey and organ grinder who play near her window, especially after she sees them sleeping outside on the cold street after midnight. To express her compassion, she finds just the right thing to say at the local Christmas pageant.
PREVIEW
| Written By | Kate DiCamillo |
|---|---|
| Grades | Prek-4 |
| Ages | 4-9 |
| Lexile Level | AD680 |
| Guided Reading Level | N |
| Video Run Time | 9:53 |
| Video Technique | Iconographic |
| Release Date | 2008 |
| Read Along | Yes |
| Illustrated by | Bagram Ibatoulline |
| ISBN | 9780545106412 |
|---|---|
| WW ID | DVD851 |
Reviews
"Jane Curtin's expert narration captures the compassion of the innocent child as well as the cold indifference of her mother." - School Library Journal
"This production is thoughtfully put together - and thought-provoking for all listeners." -
"Curtin superlatively narrates the iconographic adaptation of Kate DiCamillo's nostalgic picture book, set at Christmastime in the 1940's. An elegant old-fashioned score pleases the ear, while realistic sound effects enhance the program. A perfect choice for holiday storytimes." - Booklist
"A simple, yet ultimately moving tale...able narrated by Jane Curtin, with a fine soundtrack...Great Joy reminds us all of child's simple capacity for goodness...recommended." - Starred Review, Video Librarian
Awards
ALA Notable Video;Kids First! Best Award
