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"The camerawork is postcard-perfect, capturing the beauty
and the atmosphere of solitude of the missions." -Booklist This program's concise historical narrative helps create the impression of an actual visit to the missions of San Antonio. The highlight of the tour is Mission San Antonio de Valero, better known as the Alamo. 08DR IJSCA 15 min. Also available in Spanish |
| With a dome that stands 7' taller than the capitol dome in Washington DC, the Texas capitol building is the largest state capitol building in the US. From paintings and statues of such legends as Stephen Austin and Sam Houston to views of the state's Senate and House, this fact-filled tour is both historical and topical. 08DR IJSCA 15 min. |
| This program travels throughout Texas to present an authentic look at just how proud the people of Texas are of its state symbols: the Lone Star flag, the state song, bluebonnets, pecans, and chili. 08DR IJSCA 10 min. |
| This is a motivational multiple-choice glossary game that provides young viewers with a challenging opportunity to test themselves by reviewing important words and topics associated with The Texas Series. 08DR IJSCA 20 min. Also available in Spanish |
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"This appealing and informative program covers prairie
wildflowers that are found in other regions of the US as well."
-Booklist Beth Anderson, Research Botanist at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, discusses specific flowers that bloom throughout Texas. Details are interwoven with comments about local history and legend and concern for the environment. The structured script does not neglect the big picture - how the removal of certain plants could affect animals higher up on the food chain. 08DR IJSCA 20 min. Associated Article: National Treasure -National Wildlife Magazie, June/Junly, 2005 |