Children experience the beauty of the month-long religious observance as they construct their own Ramadan diorama and hear the exotic sounds of live Islamic and Middle Eastern music. They discover the religious significance of song and prayer, as well as the principles and traditions that mark the holiest of the Islamic holidays.

Examines the events of September 11th, 2001, and the tributes that followed. Explores the nature of terrorism and the patriotic response exhibited in the United States in the aftermath of the attacks. Presents both stories of rescue workers and thoughts of young children as they develop a memorial to September 11th.

Students meet Phil, the famous weather-predicting groundhog from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, as they learn about the history of this popular legned. They see how this holiday is celebrated and discover fascinating information about the science behind the change of seasons, hibernation and shadows.

Shows the customs, foods, songs, and stories with which people around the world celebrate Christmas.

Shows the sights and sounds of a traditional Chinese New Year celebration.

Traditional West African drums, spirited dances, colorful candles and traditional clothes introduce young viewers to the African-American celebration of Kwanzaa. This program explores the seven principles of the Kwanzaa festival. An African folktale "Unanana and the enormous one-tusked elephant" vividly illustrates the the idea of conflict resolution within the community.

Through the rhythmic sounds of traditional West-African drums and a look into the colorful significance of the clothes and candles, young viewers are introduced to the African American family celebration of Kwanzaa. The seven principles of the Kwanzaa festival (Unity, Self-determination, Collective work, Cooperation, Purpose, Creativity and Faith in self) are explored, and an African folk tale, Unanana and The Enormous One-Tusked Elephant, vividly...

Focuses on both the legendary and religious stories of Christmas. Explores Christmas around the world, with emphasis on similarities of American traditions.

From campaigning and debates to rallies and voting, this program explains the activities that precede Election Day. Different levels of public office elections are reviewed along with the constitutional amendments that gave the right to vote to all groups. Children also explore the history of voting and examine the attributes of a good leader by watching as a group of middle school students elect their class president.

Children discover the creative traditions of Native American crafts. They learn the folklore behind the dream catcher and traditional tales that comprise the fabric of Native American cultures.