David Catrow
5) Monster mash
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In this illustrated version of the classic novelty song, a mad scientist's monster performs a new dance which becomes "the hit of the land" when the scientist throws a party for other monsters.
10) I wanna iguana
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Alex and his mother write notes back and forth in which Alex tries to persuade her to let him have a baby iguana for a pet.
11) I like myself!
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In rhyming text, a little girl expresses confidence and joy in her uniqueness, no matter her outward appearance.
19) Wet dog!
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A dog's attempts to cool off on a hot day get him into trouble with a series of people and finally lead him to interrupt a country wedding.
20) Plantzilla
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In a series of letters a boy, his science teacher, and his parents discuss the progress of a very unusual, sometimes frightening, plant that becomes more human as the summer progresses.