Subject: So. Studies/Sciences: Geography/Cultures

The Texas Series

Filmed entirely on location, this series introduces viewers to a variety of topics about Texas. From the Alamo in downtown San Antonio to the wildflowers throughout the countryside, this engaging series captures the vastness of the Lone Star State's land, people and history. Produced by Chip Taylor (except *.) Programs available on 4 or 6 DVDs, Digital Streaming Files or Videos; also in a 4-Disc Set. (2 programs available in Spanish.) For pricing call in US: 800.876.2447/Intl. 603.434.9262 or e-mail

List of Titles

1. San Antonio's Missions

"Highly Recommended. The producer did an excellent job of capturing the feeling of a visit to San Antonio's missions; the camera-work is postcard-perfect, capturing the beauty and the atmosphere of solitude of the missions." -VRG Review
San Antonio is the most visited city in Texas, and it's easy to see Click for more

2. The Texas Capitol Building

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. Click for more

Texas Series Stories 1 & 2:

A combined version of 1. San Antonio's Missions and 2. The Texas Capitol Building is available.
1. San Antonio's Missions
"Highly Recommended. The producer did an excellent job of capturing the feeling of a visit to San Antonio's missions; the camera-work is postcard-perfect, capturing Click for more

3. Texas Symbols

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. 2010/2E IJSCA 10 min. Click for more

4. The Texas Mission Glossary Game

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. 2010/2E IJSCA 20 min. Also available in Spanish Click for more

Texas Series Stories 3 & 4

A combined version of 3. Texas Symbols and 4. Texas Mission Glossary Game is available.
3. Texas Symbols
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, Click for more

5. An Introduction to Texas Wildflowers

"Rcommmended. 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 Click for more

Texas 6: Highways and Byways

The images that come to mind when you see or hear the name Texas are incredible; there really is no place like it. And, of course, it's huge. When standing in El Paso, you're closer to Los Angeles, California, than to Texarkana; and standing in Brownsville you are 475 miles from Mexico City, but almost 800 miles from Click for more