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Adventures

This short live-action film tells the story of little raccoon who encounters many adventures when he strays from home to explore the world.
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This short live-action film tells the story of little raccoon who encounters many adventures when he strays from home to explore the world.

Animals All subjects
  • director
    Michael Rubbo
  • script
    Michael Rubbo
  • editing
    Michael Rubbo
  • producer
    Nicholas Balla
  • cinematography
    Ingmar Remmler
  • sound editing
    Victor Merrill
    Malca Gillson
  • re-recording
    Ron Alexander
  • voice
    Ruthie Gillson
    Ken James
  • music
    Robert Fleming

Education

Ages 6 to 11
Study Guide
Guide 1
School subjects
English Language Arts - Children's Stories/Fables Media Education - Body Image
Before viewing the film, have students predict what they think this film might be about based on the title. Brainstorm what students already know about the habitat, diet and temperament of the raccoon. Do they make good pets? Suggest reasons why or why not. Direct students to retell the film's story in simple prose.
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