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Publisher
Good Times
Pub. Date
©2002
Language
English
Description
A journey into the dramatic depths of one of our great natural wonders, the Grand Canyon National Park. America's most popular Western park, this geological marvel has no equal upon Earth. Its immense and humbling beauties possess both awesome scale and surprising intimacy. Weather, seasons, and even time of day alter its rainbow of colors in an ever-changing tapestry that delights the senses, from the rock formations to the Colorado River. Portrays...
Series
Publisher
Good Times
Pub. Date
[2002], ©1997
Language
English
Description
A breathtaking tour of Yellowstone National Park. The oldest, largest and most popular national park in this country, Yellowstone not only offers superb mountain scenery, but is also one of the world's principal wildlife preserves. See the majestic moose and elk with their huge antlers, rare trumpeter swans, ever-hungry bear, playwful river otter, skittish coyote and shaggy buffalo. The park fought for it's life in the fires of 1988, yet it endures...
Series
Publisher
GoodTimes Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2003], ©1997
Language
English
Description
In 1980, the eruption of Mount St. Helens leveled 230 square miles, sent 540 million tons of ash and volcanic rock twelve miles into the air, and blasted one cubic mile of earth from the crest of the Cascade Mountain Range. Witness the terrifying fury of the worst volcanic disaster in American history through aerial photography and the survivors' own words and photos.
Series
Publisher
GoodTimes Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2003], c1994
Language
English
Description
Big Bend National Park covers 788,682 acres in the bend of the Rio Grande in Brewster County, Texas. Created in 1943, the park is in an area that the early Spanish explorers called "the uninhabited place" and was once home to fierce Apache and Comanche warriors. With its varied topography, the park is filled with a startling array of plants and animals, some of which are found nowhere else in the country.
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Language
English
Description
Cousin Eddie Johnson (Randy Quaid) gets fired from his job at a nuclear research facility just before Christmas. But when a laboratory monkey bites hapless Eddie, his soon-to-be-former boss sends Eddie's entire family on a South Pacific vacation in the hope that Eddie won't sue. But instead of finding a tropical paradise, the hapless family and their pretty tour guide are shipwrecked and stranded on a deserted island. Now will Eddie rise to the challenge...
Series
Publisher
Good Times
Pub. Date
[2004], ©1999
Language
English
Description
Yosemite National Park embraces nearly 1,200 square miles located near the Sierra Mountains in California. One of the world's pre-eminent scenic wonders. Encompasses mountains, tranquil valleys, roaring rivers, mist-enshrouded waterfalls and groves of giant sequoias - the largest living things on Earth. Enjoy the sights of the massive granite shapes of Half Dome, El Capitan and Cathedral Rock, plus Bridal Veil, Vernal and Yosemite Falls and the sounds...
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Series
Canada's National Parks volume 1
Language
English
Description
Explore a region famed for its hot springs, backcountry treks, and fantastic array of wildlife. It is not all rugged wilderness, however, as you will also be treated to elegant dining and chateaux retreats. 'Getting there' is an experience, as well, with train rides aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, scenic drives along the Continental Divide, and Snocoach rides across treacherous ice fields.
Author
Series
Canada's National Parks volume 2
Language
English
Description
The vibrant city of Vancouver blends the call of the wild with big city charm. Tour the city's landmark sites, including historic Gastown and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. On Vancouver Island, the capital city, Victoria, defines itself by all things British. Experience ziptrek flights through forest treetops, and cruise Alaska's Inside Passage aboard a paddle wheel ship.
12) Swinging safari
Publisher
National Geographic
Language
English
Description
From the Serengeti Desert to the Kalahari Plain, experience the amazing ways that animals like cheetahs, crocodiles, rhinos and elephants survive. It's the wild spirit of African animals captured by the world's finest filmmakers - plus exciting music videos too. Narrated by Dudley Moore. Intended for children ages 4-10. Bushbabies (Galago) are shown capturing a moth for food, eating tree gum, leaping between trees, carrying baby in mouth, and climbing....
13) Alaska
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Language
English
Description
At Denali National Park visitors come to see Mt. McKinley, the spectacular scenery and wildlife on the 60 mile drive into the Denali Backcountry Lodge. A journey to Denali by rail on the Alaska Railroad gives travelers the opportunity to relax and enjoy the passing scenery of the rugged Alaskan wilderness. Ferries on the Alaska Marine Highway System bring visitors north from Bellingham, WA to a variety of ports along the Inside Passage. Sitka is...
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 2
Language
English
Description
Questions aris when a Native American player isn't recognized by the local paper.
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 7
Language
English
Description
The Nimrods advance to the district finals and get some expert advice from a former NCAA coach.
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 4
Language
English
Description
A critical game turns ugly as players become physically aggressive.
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 5
Language
English
Description
Parents and teachers voice concerns about academics.
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 6
Language
English
Description
College coaches scouting for talent begin making inquiries about some Nimrod players.
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 3
Language
English
Description
A motivational speaker talks to students about smoking, drinking, drugs and sex.
Author
Series
Nimrod Nation volume 1
Language
English
Description
The school year begins with high hope for the Nimrods basketball team.
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