Texas

In the 13-volume series U.S. Geography for Children, viewers join Miguel as he travels across the U.S., learning about the history, culture, geography, and natural resources of various states or regions through postcards he sends to his friends. Texas focuses on the second largest state in the union--both in area and population--and combines footage (including great aerial photography), interviews, and fun maps and graphics to explore the features of the state's four major geographic areas, as well as Texas's colorful history (the influence of the oil and cattle industries are discussed, along with the Mexican heritage many Texans share). A visually appealing program with a solid kid-narrated script (the DVD also features a Spanish-language track) that offers a good balance of interesting facts and entertaining details, this is recommended. Other titles in the series include California, Florida, New York, The Midwest, and State Capitals. Aud: E, I. (E. Gieschen)