PIONEER THEME FOR CHRISTMAS

STAMFORD, Conn. -- ABC Video will release "Young Pioneers' Christmas" Nov. 16 at a suggested retail price of $14.95. The title, based on a story by Rose Wilder Lane, is recommended by the National Educational Association. It is the story of a young couple braving the hardships of an uncharted territory. Pre-order date is Oct. 4. ABC Video is releasing three animated titles in time for the holiday gift-buying season. "PJ's Unfunnybunny Christmas," Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" and "The Little Crooked Christmas Tree" will street on Sept. 28 at a suggested retail of $9.95 each.