The Rabbit Ears Treasury of Heroines entertains and enlightens with these classic stories of extraordinary women–read by your favorite stars and featuring original music by some of today’s greatest artists.
Annie Oakley Read by Keith Carradine � Original Music by Los Lobos In this spirited tale we meet legendary Annie Oakley, the buckskin-wearing sharpshooter who starred in Buffalo Bill Coty’s famous Wild West Show.
The Song of Sacajawea Read by Laura Dern � Original Music by David Lindley Join Lewis and Clark on their fascinating journey across the Rocky Mountains, led by an extraordinary 17-year-old Native American named Sacajawea. Her knowledge and incredible courage helped the early American explorers to reach their final destination: the Pacific Ocean. Finn McCoul Read by Catherine O’Hara � Original Music by Boys of the Lough When Finn McCoul, the greatest champion in all of Ireland, discovers that the brutish giant Cucullin is after him, he gets a wee bit nervous. But with some ingenious culinary magic on the part of his clever wife Oonagh, Finn manages to get out of the scrape with most of his dignity intact.
Princess Scargo and the Birthday Pumpkin Read by Geena Davis � Original Music by Michael Hedges Discover the story of a young girl who gave up a precious birthday gift in order to save her village. This touching adaptation of the Native American legend embodies the true spirit of generosity.