Tells the story of 10-year-old Scott who befriends an old woman in a park. The value of their friendship is revealed as Scott obtains books for the woman and she helps him to improve his reading. A sympathetic portrayal of old age that will help in breaking down stereotypes and promoting discussion about values and self-determination. Suitable for middle and upper primary levels.
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ACMI Identifier
508168
Language
English
Subject categories
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Conflict of generations
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Values
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Conflict of generations
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Old age
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Values
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Conflict of generations
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Old age
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Self-reliance
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Stereotype (Psychology)
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Values
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)