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Sewing together the stories of Colorado’s Japanese American history
This comprehensive Colorado Japanese Women’s Quilt Project collects the quilts of over 80 Japanese-American families in Colorado.
I am Sir Edmund Hillary/I am Celia Cruz
It follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures when they were kids - like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson and more!
I am Sir Edmund Hillary/I am Celia Cruz
Season 1 Episode 32 | 22m 55s | CC
Our heroes meet Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person to climb the tallest mountain in the world: Mount Everest. Edmund and his guide Sherpa Tenzing Norgay show Xavier that even for the most courageous adventurers, it’s important to ask for help when you need it. / Fascinating performer Celia Cruz teaches Yadina that when you’re nervous, holding something special can help you feel better.
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