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Animal Farm is Orwell's classic satire of the Russian Revolution -- an account of the bold struggle, initiated by the animals, that transforms Mr. Jones's Manor Farm into Animal Farm--a wholly democratic society built on the credo that All Animals Are Created Equal. But are they?
In 1984, London is a grim city where Big Brother is always watching you and the Thought Police can practically read your mind. Winston Smith joins a secret revolutionary...
4) Farm animals
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Explores the animals and produce often found on farms from sheep and chickens to dairy and grain. Includes text-related activities. Labeled pages encourage emerging readers to read with an older reader.
7) Farm Animals
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As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features interesting science facts, this audiobook puts the spotlight on Farm Animals! Did you know that pigs are sensitive to the sun and don't have any sweat glands? That's why they like to roll in the mud to keep cool. Learn all about pigs, goats, chickens, cows, sheep, horses, turkeys and more. Awesome narration and sound effects plus many interesting facts, makes this audiobook fun and...
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No one has drawn animals with as much warmth, humor, and realism as Garth Williams, who illustrated the beloved classics Charlotte's Web, Stuart Little, and the Little House on the Prairie series.
This classic Little Golden book—with piglets, kittens, calves, and bunnies, and a simple, humorous story—is one of his best. Loved for generations, this warm and fuzzy classic is sure to delight a new crop of young Little...
This classic Little Golden book—with piglets, kittens, calves, and bunnies, and a simple, humorous story—is one of his best. Loved for generations, this warm and fuzzy classic is sure to delight a new crop of young Little...
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This edition features George Orwell's best known novels – 1984 and Animal Farm – with an introduction by Christopher Hitchens.
In 1984, London is a grim city where Big Brother is always watching you and the Thought Police can practically read your mind. Winston Smith joins a secret revolutionary organization called The Brotherhood, dedicated to the destruction of the Party. Together with his beloved Julia, he hazards his life in...
In 1984, London is a grim city where Big Brother is always watching you and the Thought Police can practically read your mind. Winston Smith joins a secret revolutionary organization called The Brotherhood, dedicated to the destruction of the Party. Together with his beloved Julia, he hazards his life in...
10) Farm Animals
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Old MacDonald's farm is the setting for these fun learning songs that teach what kind of animals can be found on a farm. Children will be able to relate with songs about pets and will also hear about new animals like a mare!
11) Animal Farm
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This video explores the context, characters, themes and writing style of George Orwell's popular classic novella. Topics include an overview of the Russian Revolution, allegorical stories explained, characters as metaphors for famous figures and groups within Russian history, the use of propaganda, and literary devices utilized within Animal Farm. Information on George Orwell's life experiences and beliefs shed light on his motives.
13) Animal Farm
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Britain's second animated feature! Despite the title and Disney-esque animal animation, is in fact a no-holds-barred adaptation of George Orwell's classic satire on Stalinism. The animals take over their farm by means of a revolutionary coup, but then discover that although all animals are supposed to be equal, some are more equal than others.
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"Funny Farm is an inspiring and moving memoir of the author's turbulent life with 600 rescue animals. Laurie Zaleski never aspired to run an animal rescue; that was her mother Annie's dream. But from girlhood, Laurie was determined to make the dream come true. Thirty years later as a successful businesswoman, she did it, buying a 15-acre farm deep in the Pinelands of South Jersey. Laurie had planned to relocate Annie and her caravan of ragtag rescues-horses...
15) Farm animals
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Introduces young readers to animals that can be found on a farm, such as pigs, sheep, horses, and cows, and describes the ways in which they help people.
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Children will take a trip to Mr. Conway's farm to see all of his animals and learn what sounds they make! From cows and horses, to buzzing mosquitoes, Mr. Conway's place is busy and noisy. Next, is a trip to Old MacDonald's Farm where this classic song becomes a favorite story. Repetitive lyrics help children memorize. Finally, clap and dance and meet the Farmer's favorite dog, BINGO. This cute, friendly dog will become your favorite pet, too! Rhyming...
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It's harvest season. We follow a litter of piglets from birth as they grow up in the Brecon Beacons. We test the theory that every piglet always returns to the same teat to suckle; show that pigs love mud to keep cool because they have practically no sweat glands and we show how intelligent they are with a series of puzzles. We also reveal that they are masters at the art of deception. Pigs tell porkies! Along the way we meet a pair of Kunekune pigs...