This film features eight poems, chosen by children and dealing with what children do, what they think about, and how they feel about their world. Included are animated cartoons, giant puppets, creative photography and music. Suitable for lower and upper primary levels.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
506101
Language
English
Subject categories
Childrens Films → Children 6-12
Childrens Films → Children's films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Education of children
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Education of children
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Poetry - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Education of children
Literature → Children's poetry
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)