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PBS originataed with good intentions: Making the world better through education. But according to media analyst Laurence Jarvik, America's only taxpayer-supported public broadcasting network has gone astray. " ... must reading for anyone who is interested in how the public broadcasting system was created, what it achieved, and where it has gone wrong." -- David Horowitz In his new book, PBS: Behind the Screen, Jarvik provides the first independent, historical account of our nation's television network. Based on years of research and scores of interviews, he tours readers through PBS's evolution, from the early days, when the network was a shining vision in the minds of educators and philanthropists, to later years, when it became the focal point of a never-ending, sometimes ugly tug-of-war between opposing political camps. "PBS: Behind the Screen answers the following questions: - Does Sesame Street really educate? - What political agenda underlies PBS's hard-hitting documentary programs? - Is the real Bill Moyers the carefully crafted image viewers see on the screen? - What challenges did William F. Buckley Jr. have to overcome before Firing Line could be broadcast? - Just how much did America's favorite chef, Julia Child, really know about cooking when she started out?

PBS KIDS Once Upon A Time. . .

Once Upon a Time... is a magical book that will turn anyone who reads it into a brilliant storyteller! Gather round . . . it’s story time! Developed in collaboration with the early childhood experts at PBS KIDS, Once Upon a Time. . . is packed with games, prompts, silly scenarios, and creativity-boosting illustrations to get kids as young as 3 or 4 comfortable and confident telling stories. The book is sure to jumpstart the imagination and get the whole family sharing amazing tales about a grumpy bear, a ticklish pirate, a goofy astronaut, and anyone or anything else that they can dream up. Designed to be read by a grownup, anyone who is old enough to talk can learn how to invent zany characters, describe fantastical settings, and create exciting plots. Research shows that storytelling is a wonderful activity for kids (and adults!) of all ages. It: *Boosts creativity *Increases focus *Sharpens memory *Enhances verbal skills *Builds confidence Once Upon a Time will hone these important skills and provide endless entertainment.

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