Writing Magic with Figment and Alice in Wonderland

Writing Magic with Figment and Alice in Wonderland 1989

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While reading his favorite book, "Alice In Wonderland", Andy discovers that all signs of Alice are missing from his book. Alice has taken another wrong turn and ended up in Figonia! How will she get back to Wonderland? Through Figment's magic screen, cartoon characters reveal that to return, Alice must write a new story.

1989

What's an Abra Without a Cadabra?

What's an Abra Without a Cadabra? 1989

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Justin and his sister Kim are magically transported to Figonia by reciting the magic words in a mysterious magic kit. Once there, Figment hesitantly informs them that he doesn't know the magical words to return them home, so they enlist the help of Merlin to figure out a solution. Comparing and contrasting the sound, spelling, and meaning of words is the key to getting them back home again.

1989

Dare to Say No!

Dare to Say No! 1988

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Shows children various reasons why they need to resist peer pressure, refuse drugs, and refuse to follow the crowd just to fit in

1988

Room for Heroes

Room for Heroes 1971

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Educational film describing the exploits of American heroes such as Johnny Appleseed, Davy Crockett, Pecos Bill, and Casey Jones;

1971

How Does Sound Sound?

How Does Sound Sound? 1988

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"Toot!" "Tick!" "Chirp!" Onomatopoeia is introduced in this "soundsational" adventure. To learn the importance of sound in the world, Peter and Jessica accept Figment's invitation to go with him into Soundspace where they unlock the power of words and the magic of their imaginations. By journey's end, our intrepid explorers learn that language and sound have rhythm—and that the five senses may be used to explore the world around us.

1988

Would You Eat a Blue Potato?

Would You Eat a Blue Potato? 1988

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Katie and Scott are invited to eat at the home of Figment the dragon. The snack consists of green milk, blue potatoes, pink cauliflower, and orange sandwiches. Figment realizes the food just doesn't feel right to the children. They read a story of a sad king who painted his kingdom blue to match his mood. The children go through a series of "colorful" experiences and discover color through their senses and imaginations—imagining how the world would look and feel if everything was just one color. In the end, the children realize they like all the colors together best of all—and the King agrees!

1988

Now I Can Tell You My Secret

Now I Can Tell You My Secret 1985

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Film exploring the sensitive issue of disclosing child sexual and physical abuse through the depiction of peer and trusted adult relationships.

1985

Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real!

Wild About Safety: Timon and Pumbaa Safety Smart Honest and Real! 2013

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Timon is upset because he didn't win the Honest & Real Award until Pumbaa teaches him how to have good character by identifying and practicing the three character traits (honesty, kindness, and responsibility) as they prepare for Hilda Hippo's party to honor her for winning

2013

How Does It Feel to Be an Elephant?

How Does It Feel to Be an Elephant? 1988

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Figment takes Matt and Lisa on an "imagination safari" where they meet a menagerie of both real and imaginary animals. There they discover how animals communicate, and also imagine what it would feel like and how to express what it feels like to be certain animals.

1988

Reading Magic with Figment and Peter Pan

Reading Magic with Figment and Peter Pan 1989

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Figment is visited unexpectedly by Peter Pan who has lost his way back to Wendy's house and is in need of assistance. Apparently, he temporarily got pixie dust in his eyes. When Figment begins to write down directions for Peter, the boy who refused to grow up reminds him that he never learned to read. Figment agrees to bring Wendy to Figonia, but a miscalculation brings Amy instead. Through reading, Figment and his friend Amy vividly make the point that books can transport you to faraway lands, transform you into other characters, and open you up to innumerable adventures. By program's end, Peter agrees that being able to read is wonderful and magical. He may even learn to read himself!

1989

Do Dragons Dream?

Do Dragons Dream? 1988

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Educational film in which Figment introduces children to their imaginations.

1988