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  • The Ice Cream Factory

    LionBob gets a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the Nestle Ice Cream Factory in Laurel, MD and learns everything from what sort of ingredients they use — "a TON of rice EACH DAY to make Crunch Bars"— to how hard everyone works to keep the plant clean — "That's right, you get to see Bob in a hairnet and booties!" Unfortunately, the plant does not offer tours to the public, but Bob's visit is a comprehensive look at what it takes to make America's favorite frozen treat.

  • The National Museum of Dentistry

    DolphinWhen you think of teeth, you don't usually think of fun! But Bob's visit to this totally cool — and entirely underrated — Baltimore museum is a blast! Bob meets Curator Dr. John Hyson, learns the proper way to brush, and runs wildly around the building with a giant tooth... while Pop Quiz gets a gander at George Washington's choppers, and Biff works on overcoming his fear of visiting the dentist. A great place to take Vid Kids!

  • Exchange City

    CityBob drops by Exchange City in Owings Mills, MD to visit Emily Grant and an enthusiastic group of 80 fifth graders learning all about how to run a city. They elect a mayor, pass laws, and run shops... they even get paychecks and balance check books... A terrific Junior Achievement program designed to help elementary and middle school kids understand economics and MORE!

  • The Baltimore Zoo

    LionLion and tigers and bears... Oh My! Bob went on a spellbinding safari to The Baltimore Zoo to meet animals from around the world. This is what Bob learned about some of our furry -- and slithery -- friends!

  • The National Aquarium in Baltimore

    DolphinHave you ever misplaced your favorite sneakers or baseball cap? Well, once Bob lost his mother's pet fish, Sid the Vid Fish. Can you imagine that? Misplacing a fish?

  • Fort Frederick

    BooksBob explored Fort Frederick near Hagerstown, Maryland, and learned from Private Dave Miller that the fort was built in 1756 and used during the French and Indian War.

  • The Lady Maryland

    Ships WheelAhoy, Vid Kids! One windy day, Bob took a fun-filled voyage around the Chesapeake Bay aboard the Lady Maryland. He joined the crew and many students aboard this historic PUNGY SCHOONER.

  • The B & O Railroad Museum

    Railroad tracksBob loves trains! The shining, spinning wheels... the sound of the whistle... the loud chug of the engine! When he visited the B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore, MD, Bob learned how important trains were in our country's westward expansion (the growth of America's frontier towns).

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