Alaska

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geo... (more)

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Alaska"--Provided by publisher. (less)

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, and sights of the state of Alaska, and includes ideas for cl... (more)

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, and sights of the state of Alaska, and includes ideas for classroom assignments. (less)

Introduces the geography, history, agriculture, industries, wildlife, attractions, and people of the state of Alaska. (more)

Introduces the geography, history, agriculture, industries, wildlife, attractions, and people of the state of Alaska. (less)

Explore Alaska in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and ... (more)

Explore Alaska in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state's history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Alaska. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page with vital information, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing, a division of ABDO. (less)

"Imagine evergreen forests, steep-walled fjords, calving glaciers, and the northern lights dancing in the sky. Adventure... (more)

"Imagine evergreen forests, steep-walled fjords, calving glaciers, and the northern lights dancing in the sky. Adventure awaits in Alaska..."--Page 4 of cover. (less)

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Alaska, the last frontier! Every trip to Alaska is extraordinary. The adventure, by land, air or sea is filled with wond... (more)

Alaska, the last frontier! Every trip to Alaska is extraordinary. The adventure, by land, air or sea is filled with wonderful experiences of awe-inspiring beauty, phenomenal wildlife and colorful human characters. One way to make the effort even more memorable is to drive the Alaska Highway, enjoying the journey through western Canada starting at Alaska Highway mile 0 in Dawson Creek, British Colombia and officially ending at Delta Junction at the historic milepost 1422. Once arriving, Alaska currently has 24 National Parks to enjoy, including: - Kenai Fjords National Park - Welcome to the Ice Age. The Harding Icefield is home to over 40 glaciers, where wildlife thrives in frigid waters and lush forests around this vast expanse of ice. - Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve - The National Park Service largest park where you can experience vast icefields at 18,008 ft. all the way down to sea level. Home to one of the richest copper deposits in the world, mined and refined in Kennecott boomtown beside the Kennecott glacier. - Seward National Scenic Byway - All-American Road - This 127-mile road, linking Anchorage with Seward, passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Wildflowers, waterfalls and spectacular scenery brighten every corner of the road as it glides below rugged mountains. - Alaska Far North, above the Arctic Circle, including: - Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge - Kobuk Valley National Park. (less)

Alaska is a place little contaminated by the present, where we can rediscover vitality and beauty vanishing from our liv... (more)

Alaska is a place little contaminated by the present, where we can rediscover vitality and beauty vanishing from our lives. whether or not we will ever reach Alaska, we all want to know that such a place still exists. These thoughts are a poignant summation of narrator Charlton Heston's view on the great state of Alaska. Transporting viewers on a voyage into the last great frontier where nature enchants the eye with magnificent spectacles, this film takes audiences fishing with brown bears, soaring with bald eagles, dodging calving glaciers, and racing on the hooves of caribou-all from the comfort of their homes. Director George Casey masterfully relates the genesis of Alaska and then explores its rich history, surprising wildlife, magnificent landscapes, harsh climate, and abiding spirit. (less)

A "Digital Art Show" featuring images of Alaska, taken by award-winning nature photographers. These images are set to th... (more)

A "Digital Art Show" featuring images of Alaska, taken by award-winning nature photographers. These images are set to the music, scored specifically for this DVD, of award-winning composer, Matt Messina. (less)

Ian Wright begins his journey on the banks of the Yukon River in the town of Eagle, then travels to the town of Chicken,... (more)

Ian Wright begins his journey on the banks of the Yukon River in the town of Eagle, then travels to the town of Chicken, pans for gold, then north to Kennicott and McCarthy. The next leg of his journey takes Ian to Prince William Sound, Seward and more. (less)

Alaska is a land of extremes: the biggest, coldest, windiest, and wildest. Its climate and land forms are shaped by two ... (more)

Alaska is a land of extremes: the biggest, coldest, windiest, and wildest. Its climate and land forms are shaped by two oceans, the moving Earth, and frozen polar air. Through it flows the Yukon River, perhaps the last untamed river in North America. Beautiful photography modified with computer images show how populations and natural forces have changed the land. Intimate portraits show the spirit of the people native to Alaska, and those who came to change the land but were dominated by it. (less)