Program 1: Can't Stop the Pop Read-Alee (READ) decides to go to the movies. When he arrives and wishes to purchase a snack from the concession stand, he is faced with the challenge of reading what the offe... more »rings printed on a sign are. Later he goes inside to see a movie performed by the Rhyme Time Crew. Next, READ flies off to the Reading Room and joins a group of children who have gathered to hear "Hop on Pop" being read to them. After the book, READ heads home. Along the way, he encounters signs "in the real world" which he is able to read; for example: "pop corn" and "hip hop". The program concludes with READ in bed, thinking about his day and all he has learned. He falls asleep, a happy and better educated young dragon. Combining animation, puppetry, storytelling, songs and adventures, these programs captivate young viewers and encourage the love of reading. Can't Stop the Pop features the letter "P" and includes the theme of "fun". Kids will learn to recognize letters "P", "H", "M", "ST", "L", "S", and "T", and the sounds associated with them, as well as identify and use the "op" and "ip" sound-spelling patterns, use these patterns to unlock words and participate in written language; and appreciate that there are many words made up of these patterns, i.e., "pop", "hop" and "hip" and more! An irresistible dragon and his enchanting friends present a refreshing, playful introduction to word recognition and reading readiness. Pre-K to Grade 2 15 Read-Alee-Deed-Alee titles help children master reading. Watch them all! "Immediately captivates youngsters while encouraging the love of reading." - School Library Journal« less