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History

A Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall — Special Edition

Ages 8–12

The Special Edition of the beloved original — now with character guides Henry & Finn, fascinating "Did You Know?" facts, and bonus coloring pages! On September 13, 1814, British ships attacked Fort McHenry. Bombs exploded. Rockets streaked through the darkness. And from a ship in the harbor, Francis Scott Key watched and waited. Would the flag still be flying at dawn? A richer, more adventurous way to explore the incredible true story behind "The Star-Spangled Banner."

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Early Learning

Learning ABC's with Gizmo & Friends

Ages 2–6

Learning the ABCs has never been this much fun! Join Gizmo & Friends for a colorful, interactive alphabet adventure filled with letters, sounds, picture-finding fun, and bonus letter-tracing pages!

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Early Learning

Learning Numbers, Shapes and Colors with Gizmo & Friends

Ages 2–6

Introduce young learners to numbers 1–20, 8 basic shapes, and 10 colors through bright illustrations, familiar objects, and friendly characters. Includes bonus tracing practice pages to build early writing skills and confidence.

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History

A Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall

Ages 7–12

Rockets blazed. Cannons roared. Through a night of fiery battle, one giant flag stood tall. Follow Francis Scott Key's incredible journey from anxious witness to poet of a young nation — the true story behind The Star-Spangled Banner.

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Seasonal

Gizmo's Halloween Adventure

Ages 7–11

A runaway pumpkin. Three curious pets. One unforgettable Halloween adventure! When Gadget chases a rolling pumpkin bucket, Gizmo and Koda race after — and suddenly the friends are on a wild Halloween night full of costumes, surprises, and teamwork to find their way home.

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Seasonal

Gizmo and...Santa?

Ages 4–8

What does Christmas look like through the eyes of a curious little cat? As Allie and her friends prepare for the holidays, Gizmo and Gadget explore every new decoration, twinkling light, and mysterious stocking with wide eyes, plenty of curiosity, and very funny questions.

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History

A Star-Spangled Story: The Words, The Flag, The National Anthem

Ages 7–12

Your child may know the words to "The Star-Spangled Banner" — but do they know what those words actually mean? Travel back to 1814 and the Battle of Fort McHenry, where Francis Scott Key watched through a long night of rockets, bombs, and uncertainty. Then morning came — and the flag was still flying! A fun, colorful, and kid-friendly introduction to America's National Anthem and the true story behind it.

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Friendship

Gizmo Makes New Friends

Ages 4–8

Making a new friend can feel a little scary — even for Gizmo! When Allie brings home Gadget, a playful orange tabby, Gizmo isn't sure he wants to share his home or his favourite person. But with patience and curiosity, he discovers that new friends can be pretty wonderful.

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Friendship

Gizmo's Big Adventure

Ages 4–8

What's on the other side of the fence? Gizmo is a curious little black cat who wonders every day. One sunny afternoon, curiosity gets the better of him — and he sets off on a big adventure filled with new sights, playful animals, and one very BIG dog! Along the way, he discovers that sometimes the greatest adventure is finding out just how special home really is.

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Friendship

Gizmo and the Backyard Picnic!

Ages 4–8

Allie has a plan for the BEST backyard picnic ever — until Koda spots a ball, Gadget discovers the tablecloth, and the sprinkler turns everything into one big, wet, hilarious adventure! A heartwarming story about being flexible, finding joy in the unexpected, and making the best of things when plans go sideways. Includes 6 bonus coloring pages!

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