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Searching for a sea monster, a scientist discovers an amazing underwater vessel. At first he's thrilled to be invited aboard the Nautilus. What changes his mind? He discovers that the mad captain plans to stay at sea forever.

When seamen were sailing only wooden ships, Captain Nemo was the master of his incredible, futuristic submarine, the Nautilus, which journeyed through many strange and adventurous voyages…

Kevin Walker will be a loner at Tubman High- he doesn't want anyone asking too many questions about his move from Texas. His terrible secret could destroy any chance of remaining anonymous. Running like the wind helps him forget his troubles, but his star turn on the track team brings a lot of attention.

Scrooge is downright mean and cold-hearted- the stingiest man in all of London. Could anything on earth transform him into a kind and caring human being? Probably not. But the Spirit of Christmas is very powerful- more powerful by far than anything on earth.

A Christmas Carol is without question one of Charles Dickens' greatest works. This extremely popular story introduces some of the most timeless, internationally known characters such as Scrooge, the unforgettable miser; Bob Cratchit, the underpaid clerk; and Tiny Tim, Cratchit's frail, loving son.

Sixteen-year-old Neema Powell was always the best-looking girl in school. Her girlfriends said that she looked like Beyonce, with beautiful caramel skin and a body others would kill for. But right now she was a wreck. Her mother's sleazy boyfriend was towering over her screaming, "Get out!" And her own mother wouldn't even look at her as she walked out of the apartment into the dead January day. Neema knew that Nate, her boyfriend, would take care of her. I'll give Mom a couple of days to calm down, Neema thought, and I'll swing by to pick up a few items. Like my pills. A couple of days couldn't hurt. But those two days made all the difference, and Neema must draw from somewhere deep for the inner strength she will need.

The world knows 50 Cent as a hip-hop artist and movie star. He has won dozens of awards and made millions of dollars. He works to end hunger around the world. But 50 Cent, also known as Fiddy, grew up living a very different life in South Jamaica, Queens. It was the height of the 1980's crack epidemic. And Fiddy was dealing crack by age twelve...

Wallace was worried. This was nothing like at his old school. He wasn't giving up basketball. Not for bullies. Not for anyone. He messed up at his old school. This was his last shot. He'd just have to watch his back.

Clay is starting quarterback for the Carter High football team. He works hard to get what he wants. Clay wants to date Kim, but she turned him down last year. When Clay helps Hank with his passes, he finds out that Kim studies with Hank's sister. It could be the start of a very good year.

Jaris and Marko were in a position where they could see through the doorway. The slider was open to let in cool, fresh air. Sereeta was sitting in a chair from the kitchen table. Her hands were bound. An older woman sat in another chair, her hands bound too. The woman looked disheveled. Her face was bruised and swollen. Two little girls huddled in one corner of the room, clutching stuffed animals and whimpering. Their eyes were wide with terror.

Valentine's day is a lot more than a day for flowers and chocolates.

Zeke has a lot to learn from Amit, a foreign exchange student who is coming to stay with his family.

After graduation, Rico enrolls in community college. He quickly learns that college is tough but worth it!

Movie stunts are awesome, but they take a lot of work. Explosions, car chases, fires, flying, and falling are examples of stunts that can be done in movies.

A half-human, half-robot girl starts to wonder about life outside the gate.

Cory and Jason are high school football players who want to impress girls. Cory gets grooming advice from his girlfriend, but Jason still has a lot to learn. Will Jason's grooming troubles scare away the new girl he likes?

In Amira's family, women are expected to do housework while men work outside the home. But Amira sees that women in the US can have jobs outside the home. Can Amira convince her family to let her have a career too?

Mar is new to the US and just wants to stay at his house with his family. What does he discover when he finally explores his new city?

Feeling at home in the US is easier when you know your options. Learn about renting and buying, finding a place to live, and taking care of a home.

After an earthquake destroys their home in Nepal, teenagers Prem and Komal move to the US. But Prem does not like everything he finds in the US. Can his sister persuade him to accept his new home?

Gil and his team of archaeologists are at a dig site when they come across a mysterious structure. Discovering its secrets may mean an advantage for his team but it coud also attact unwanted attention.

Summer vacation is going great for Zane. He plays video games all day. But then his parents plan a week-long trip on a train. No Internet will be available which means no games. Angered by this news, Zane is determined not to enjoy the trip.

Pam is excited to go on an overnight camping trip with her dad. But the sight of a bear cub sets off a chain of events that could end in disaster.

A high school senior dreams about getting admitted to Yale University. College application time has arrived. How can he make his essay stand out so he can achieve his ambitions?

A mysterious art thief is making off with some treasures while leaving more valuable ones behind. The police are stumped. Can a teen's attention to detail uncover the real crimes and help the police catch the thief?

Gil and his team of archaeologists are at a dig site when they come across a mysterious structure. Discovering its secrets may mean an advantage for his team but it coud also attact unwanted attention.

A high school senior dreams about getting admitted to Yale University. College application time has arrived. How can he make his essay stand out so he can achieve his ambitions?

A mysterious art thief is making off with some treasures while leaving more valuable ones behind. The police are stumped. Can a teen's attention to detail uncover the real crimes and help the police catch the thief?

My friend Faith wants to be a star. That's how I got stuck in this drama class with her. I do not act. I suck at it. But Miss Hind says I still have work to do. Time to head back stage.

Eli worries about his mom every time she goes to work. Her job as a police officer can be dangerous. But he also knows how seriously she takes her pledge to serve her city.

Joe just started sixth grade. His parents don't want him home alone, so they arrange for him to go to his grandma's apartment after school. Though Joe isn't thrilled with the plan, he soon finds he's needed. Could this be an opportunity to find his purpose?

Sixth grader Tien goes on an overnight camping trip with a classmate. Not used to sleeping in a tent or dealing with wild animals, Tien soon feels overwhelmed and loses her cool. Is she self-aware enough to fix things before the friendship is ruined?

Nira is excited to be hired for her first cat sitting job by a neighbor. She wants to show she's responsible. But when a series of poor decisions leads to disaster, can Nira salvage the situation?

Nate likes telling jokes and wants to make his classmates laugh. But he often misreads situations, and his humor isn't always appreciated. The way his moods can suddenly change makes getting along with others even more difficult. Can some friendly advice help Nate learn to manage his moods and behaviors?

We communicate with others every day. But lack of attention and misunderstandings can cause breakdowns in that communication and leave people feeling angry or hurt. Learn the keys to effective communication so that you can build strong relationships and reach your goals.

Mike finds out he got an F on his last geometry test. His first reaction is that the day is hopeless. But he soon discovers that he is looking at things all wrong. Can a change of attitude help Mike turn his failure into a success?

One day, Damon meets an elderly stranger on the city bus. What starts as a boring ride turns into an unexpected adventure after Damon shows the man a simple act of kindness.

Liz and Mia have been best friends for years. However, when high school begins, their relationship starts to change. Mia is trying to become friends with a different crowd and seems to have forgotten about her best friend. Will they be able to work things out to give their friendship another chance?

Have you ever been asked to do a chore or favor that you really didn’t want to do? That is the dilemma Finn finds himself in when he is asked to start picking his younger sister up from school each day. However, this change in Finn’s plans has a bigger impact than he expects.

Have you ever ordered a burger and been given a hot dog instead? Perhaps you’ve fought with a friend over a misunderstanding. We communicate with each other every day, but poor communication can lead to problems. Learning how to communicate effectively can help you build strong connections with others and create opportunities in all areas of life.