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About

The award winning sensation Finding my Magic is now available in a single package containing both series 1 and series 2!

Produced in conjunction with Save the Children, this Finding My Magic complete set includes both series. Finding My Magic, an introductory series brings Catherine and her friends to life and introduces the concept of the magic box  a private place for a child to keep thoughts that motivate and create. Finding My Magic: Childrens Rights Series places greater emphasis on childrens understanding of rights, and explores some challenging concepts in a very skilful and empowering fashion. Finding my Magic is more than just an animated series - it comes complete with classroom workbooks full of activities and discussion starters that enable children to get a deep and thorough understanding of the issues that are covered.

The animated series features Cathy Freeman OAM as a young girl navigating her way through various injustices and difficulties of life.

The Benefits
Finding My Magic teaches children skills that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. By becoming more informed, and better skilled at interacting with each other, achieving their potential and standing up for their rights the children will gain confidence in a way that will give them the chance to improve as individuals. Teachers have said:  DVDs are engaging, message is strong  Clear message to students that is reinforced by activities and each episode  They are positive. There are changes that appear of the characters personalities/behaviours from the beginning to the end  Great, diverse backgrounds, relatable  I liked the multi cultural and gender perspectives.  Really relevant  Haven t seen anything like this  Fantastic. Nothing as up to date and focused.  A brilliant program. Very needed from an early age  An excellent resource with a huge scope of incorporating it into most areas of the curriculum  The children picked up on the characters very easily  Highly relevant to commonly shared values and beliefs Are you ready to give the children at your school the chance to take part in this amazing program?
Categories
Diversity / Respect
Series or Video Sets
Youth / Schools
Release Date
Jan 1, 2010
Producer
Seven Dimensions
Course ID
FMMSET

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Finding My Magic - Series 1: Episode 1 Discovering the Magic
Catherine's confidence has been dented after getting something wrong in class. Subsequent teasing has made her sad. Mench shows her how to use positive self-talk by using 'the black box' and 'me messages' to gain the strength to try again. Success in the classroom follows and others learn to apologi... read more
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Finding My Magic - Series 1: Episode 2 Sharing the Magic
Catherine's friend Tom is having difficulties in class too. He is terrified of public speaking and doubts the worth of his ideas. Catherine explains how the black box worked for her, and she passes it to him with ideas about how he can conquer his problems. Tom then delivers a great talk in class an... read more
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Finding My Magic - Series 1: Episode 3 Kate finds her Magic
Another friend Kate is struggling with her own issues. After being challenged by Mench about her love of junk food, she teases Tom. Tom recognises that she is hurt and shares the black box with her. After initial skepticism, Kate takes her first steps to changing her attitude to food and exercise. C... read more
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Finding My Magic - Series 1: Episode 4 The Magic at Work
The magic of positive self-talk is seen in practice. Improvements are noticed by the teacher. After the encouragement of her friends who remind her to use her positive me messages, Catherine triumphs in an important race. Catherine, Kate and Tom are all using me messages confidently and can retu... read more
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 1: Let's Be Fair
Vin arrives from India and is initially treated unfairly because of his beginners English. The children learn about the right to be treated fairly.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 2: Listen to Me
Catherine has a great idea for the redevelopment of school land. Catherine finds a way to have her idea heard and learns about the right for children to be listened to by adults.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 3: That's Private
Kate looks at Tom's private diary but soon finds out how wrong that was. The children learn about the right to have their privacy respected.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 4: Don't Bully Me
Morko arrives at school and immediately targets Tom for bullying. Tom has help from his dad and teacher, and learns to stand up for his right to be protected from harm, while Morko uncovers his caring side.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 5: Be At School
Kate is missing school to look after her younger brothers while her mother works. She tells her mother and her teacher finds a way to get Kate back in school and the children learn about the right to education.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 6: What's Best for Me
Tom is struggling with maths and is upset when his parents arrange tutoring sessions that clash with soccer training. Tom improves and learns the importance of having adults do what is best for children.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 7: Let's be Healthy
Kates teeth are hurting because of neglect and poor diet. Kate sees the dentist and learns about good dental care, healthy eating and the right to the best healthcare and information.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 8: My Right to a Good Home
Morko is living in unacceptable conditions and Catherine's mum, through her agency, helps Morko's dad to get back on track. The children learn about the right to a basic standard of living.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 9: Respect My Beliefs
After having fun at Vin's Holi celebration, the children are upset to hear about discrimination against Azra's sister Reema, for wearing her hijab. The problem is solved and the children learn about respect for each others' religions and cultures.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 10: Don't Exploit Me
A neighbour takes advantage of Catherine by getting her to do the paper rounds for her. When Catherines mother and Mench find out about the situation, Catherine learns about the right to be protected from exploitation.
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 11: Keep Me Safe
Kate is very upset and tells Catherine a secret about being hurt by her mums boyfriend. Catherine reminds Kate about being safe and ensures Kate goes to see the school counsellor. They gain insight into the right to special help if they have been hurt. *Use this episode with discretion. It is a ver... read more
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Finding My Magic - Series 2 Episode 12: Know My Rights
The children present class projects about the rights of children and Catherine tells the class about the Stolen Generations. They all learn the importance of rights and responsibilities.
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