The Three Wishes
This lively short animation is based on the traditional folk tale of the same name. A poor couple try to decide which of their dreams should come true after being granted special powers, but what they realize is that they should be thankful for what they already have. The story is adapted by Toronto children's author Aubrey Davis and set to a lively Klezmer soundtrack by the musical group Beyond the Pale.
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This lively short animation is based on the traditional folk tale of the same name. A poor couple try to decide which of their dreams should come true after being granted special powers, but what they realize is that they should be thankful for what they already have. The story is adapted by Toronto children's author Aubrey Davis and set to a lively Klezmer soundtrack by the musical group Beyond the Pale.
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directorSheldon Cohen
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animationSheldon Cohen
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writerAubrey Davis
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voicePaul SolesLinda Kash
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musicBeyond The Pale
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animation assistanceLuigi Allemano
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sound editingLuigi Allemano
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infographicsItsik Romano
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digital imaging consultationSusan Gourley
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off-line conformJason Lee
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on-lineDenis Pilon
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re-recordingGeoffrey Mitchell
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production coordinationJelena Popovic
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production assistanceJessica Kennedy
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administrationGisèle GuilbaultElaine Largie
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executive producerKenneth HirschDavid Verrall
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producerKenneth HirschSheldon CohenMarcy Page
Summary with teaching points
Based on a traditional folk tale, this animated short film tells the story of a poor couple who use three wishes carelessly and realize they should be thankful for what they have. Ask students what they would have wished for and what the consequences would be. Students can discuss and possibly debate the message of the film: “Be thankful for what you have.” As well, there is an opportunity to research immigration patterns and the types of low-paying jobs that are accessed by many newcomers.
