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Series: Traditions and Celebrations
Grades: 4-Adult

Series Summary

301 - Remembrance Day
Originally called Armistice Day, the first Remembrance Day was conducted in 1919 commemorting the end of the First World War - 11 a.m. on the 11th day of November, 1918. Early scenes in the air, at sea, and in the trenches are historic and authentic. Voice excerpts from Churchill and Hitler; the famous words of Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae‘s poem in ‘Flanders Fields‘; and background music ‘from the times‘, bring us to present day Remembrance Day observances. Today, millions pause at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month to remember - remember all those who fought, who died, and who served our country - during all wars and armed conflicts.
Format: Video DVD Only

Runtime: 16 minutes
Item Item Price Qty
Video DVD Only $69.50
 
302 - O Canada
Original video footage from across Canada depicting various special symbols associated with Canada - from the Canadian flag to the RCMP Musical Ride and the beaver. Along with various cultural festivals and famous Canadian sites, this DVD provides a colourful backdrop for the accompanying orchestrations of O Canada.
Segments
• O Canada - Orchestration
• O Canada - English
• O Canada - French
• O Canada - English And French
• Credits/Acknowledgments
Format: Video DVD + Audio CD

Runtime: 0 minutes
Item Item Price Qty
Video DVD + Audio CD $69.50
 
331 - Remembrance Day (Primary)
Even though the realities of World War I and World War II are beyond the comprehension of Primary children, Remembrance Day is a significant event in Canadian history. With emphasis on Canada as a free and peaceful country, the program explains why we observe Remembrance Day; why November 11th was chosen as the date to observe Remembrance Day; different ways people across Canada observe the day; and why the poppy has become a familiar symbol of Remembrance Day.
Segments
• Introduction
• Why Remembrance Day?
• The Poppy
• Summary
Format: Video DVD + Resource CD

Runtime: 10 minutes
Item Item Price Qty
Video DVD + Resource CD $69.50
 
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