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The Children's Storefront is a 1988 short documentary about an independent tuition-free school in Harlem, established in 1966. The film focuses on the mission of The Children's Storefront to provide underprivileged children with access to quality education. Directed by Karen Goodman, the documentary presents the school's environment and the impact it has on the students and the community.
The film runs for 14 minutes and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. It captures the essence of the school's operations and the dedication of its educators in fostering a supportive learning atmosphere for children in need.
Why Watch
- •See how The Children's Storefront transforms lives.
- •Meet the dedicated educators of Harlem's tuition-free school.
- •Find out about the school's founding in 1966.
Did You Know
•The Children's Storefront was founded in 1966.
•The documentary was directed by Karen Goodman.
•It was nominated for an Academy Award in 1988.
Perfect For
Education reform advocatesDocumentary enthusiastsCommunity support activists