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Follow The Drinking Gourd (#1001)

Explains the history of slavery what life was like for Africans brought to America as slaves.

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Mon, May 12, 2008 2:00 PM (IPTV)

Program Description: The Emmy Award-winning series, hosted by LeVar Burton, takes young viewers on adventures that help stimulate an interest in reading for pleasure and entertainment.

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