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American Tales episodes (14)

1 I Could Do That! Esther Morris Gets Women the Vote
6/21/15
Season-only
This is the true story of Esther Morris, who started out life believing she could do anything, and then proved it! Narrated by Joan Allen.
2 Johnny Appleseed
6/21/15
Season-only
John Chapman's (a.k.a. Johnny Appleseed) legacy of botanical achievements and stories he shared with children are presented here at their very best in verse and art. Narrated by Mary McDonnell.
3 The Journey of the One and Only Declaration of Independence
6/21/15
Season-only
A true symbol and inspiration for all that is best about America, the actual Declaration of Independence has been rolled up, moved, hidden, copied and transported by more modes of transportation than anyone might guess since its signing in 1776. Narrated by Jeff Brooke.
4 The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
6/21/15
Season-only
The true story of Philippe Petit's daring 1974 high wire walk between the twin towers of the World Trade Center. Narrated by Jake Gyllenhaal.
5 March On! The Day My Brother Martin Changed the World
6/21/15
Season-only
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s sister presents a personal, stirring account of the remarkable day Dr. King delivered his & 'I Have a Dream' speech and of the man who went on to inspire nation. Narrated by Lynn Whitfield.
6 Martin's Big Words
6/21/15
Season-only
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. comes to life in this powerful and important biography about beliefs and dreams and following one's heart. Narrated by Michael Clarke Duncan.
7 My Senator & Me: A Dog's View of Washington D.C.
6/21/15
Season-only
Senator Ted Kennedy and his dog, Splash, invite children along on a typical whirlwind day on Capitol Hill. Narrated by David de Vries and featuring Senator Edward M. Kennedy as himself.
8 Rosa
6/21/15
Season-only
On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks boarded a Montgomery, Alabama city bus and refused to give up her seat to a white man, an act that ignited a movement that changed modern history. Narrated by Nikki Giovanni.
9 So You Want to Be President?
6/21/15
Season-only
In the time-honored tradition of political commentary, the public and private lives of forty-two Presidents are celebrated with humor and flair. Narrated by Stockard Channing.
10 Star Spangled Banner
6/21/15
Season-only
On September 11, 1814, the British Fleet arrived at the mouth of the Patapsco River. Thus began the Battle of Baltimore, which inspired Francis Scott Key to pen The Star-Spangled Banner. Narrated By Aretha Franklin.
11 Scrambled States of America
6/21/15
Season-only
Disenchanted with their fixed places on the map, the states swap spots in hopes that each can get to see a different part of the country and do something different for a change. Narrated by Jon Carroll.
12 Scrambled States of America Talent Show
6/21/15
Season-only
Those wacky scrambled states are having a talent show. Revel in the madcap adventures and silly antics of this star-studded cast, while learning interesting facts about the states and geography. Narrated by Jon Carroll.
13 What to Do About Alice?
6/21/15
Season-only
Theodore Roosevelt had a small problem… his daughter Alice! Alice Lee Roosevelt was hungry to go places, meet people, do things. Father called it running riot. Alice called it eating up the world. Narrated by Katherine Kellgren.
14 This Land Is Your Land
6/21/15
Season-only
America's favorite folk song, sung by Arlo Guthrie, is brought to glorious, toe-tapping life in this richly illustrated production. Narrated by Nora Guthrie.

About this show

Award-winning and classic children's storybooks are faithfully adapted and brought to life in this series of animated and live-action stories. Parents and children alike are sure to enjoy these classic treasures, featuring celebrity narration from Sarah Jessica Parker, Meryl Streep, John Lithgow, Abigail Breslin, Maggie Gyllenhal, Elle Fanning and Patrick Stewart.