Cheech Marin
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
Cheech Marin came of age at an interesting time in America and became a self-made counterculture legend with his other half, Tommy Chong. This insightful memoir delves into how Cheech dodged the draft, formed one of the most successful comedy duos of all time, became the face of the recreational drug movement with the film Up in Smoke, forged a successful solo career with roles in The Lion King and, more recently, Jane the Virgin, and became the owner...
2) Cars
Pub. Date
[c2006]
Description
Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson, and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame.
Pub. Date
2009
Description
Chloe is a pampered Beverly Hills chihuahua who, while on vacation in Mexico with her owner's niece, Rachel, gets lost. She must rely on her new friends to help her get back home before she is caught by a dognapper who wants to ransom her. In the meantime, Papi, a male chihuahua who is in love with Chloe goes in pursuit of her. Papi's owner is a handsome young gardener for Rachel's aunt Viv. He slowly develops a romantic interest in Rachel. Chloe...
Pub. Date
[2005]
Description
When only child, Blair leaves the family nest, Luther and Nora decide to book an cruise and skip Christmas altogether. Their decision to boycott tradition has the whole neighborhood in an uproar, and when Blair calls on Christmas Eve to announce a surprise visit with her new fianc�ee, the Kranks have just twelve hours to perform a miracle and pull themselves and their neighbors together to throw the best celebration ever.
5) Tin cup
Pub. Date
[1997], c1996
Description
Shrink Molly Griswold is big city, driving-range pro Roy McAvoy is small time, and he believes only the grandest of gestures can lure her away from a slick touring golf pro and earn her love. So Roy and his dutiful caddy set out to do the impossible: win the U.S. Open.
6) Champions
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
A former minor-league basketball coach is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
In the 1960s and '70s, Cesar Chavez and farmworker activists allied with musicians and artists to help build a movement called "La Causa". A Song for Cesar tells the story of that alliance using first-person accounts of artists, musicians, members of Chavez's family, and other key figures of the movement. Inspired by the spirit of the thousands of farmworkers who struggled for justice alongside labor leaders Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, and Larry...
9) Paulie
Pub. Date
c1999
Description
Paulie, an intelligent parrot who actually talks, relates the story of his struggle to a Russian immigrant who works as a janitor at the research institute where he is housed and neglected.
10) Chato's kitchen
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Appears on list
Description
To get the "ratoncitos," little mice, who have moved into the barrio to come to his house, Chato the cat prepares all kinds of good food: fajitas, frijoles, salsa, enchiladas, and more.
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Description
In a mythical world filled with magic and bewitchment, crops are dwindling, dragons have reappeared, and humanity is giving way to chaos. Journey with Lord Archmage Sparrowhawk, a master wizard, and Arren, a troubled young prince, on a tale of redemption and self-discovery as they search for the force behind a mysterious imbalance in the land of Earthsea. Based on the classic fantasy book series by Ursula Le Guin.
Pub. Date
c2001
Description
Cheech and Chong sell enough of their "specially mixed" ice cream to finance their fondest dreams, new guitars, islands in the sun, beautiful women. While celebrating their wealth, Cheech meets his long-lost love Donna and accompanies her to her penthouse. Donna's boyfriend, an ex-con named Animal is on his way up. Chong unwittingly exchanges all of their money for a worthless bank check, and the only way to get it back is to escape into a nearby...
13) Born in East L.A
Pub. Date
2007.
Description
Cheech Marin is accidentally deported to Mexico without I.D. or knowledge of Spanish, and can't convince U.S. officials to let him back in. Follows Cheech's repeated comic attempts to get back home.
14) Angry neighbors
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
When his ultra-wealthy neighbor in the Hamptons builds an obnoxious mega-mansion next door, grumpy retired novelist Harry March concocts an elaborate scheme for revenge that is destined to go hilariously awry.
Pub. Date
2014
Description
Tad is a bored construction worker dreaming of a life of adventure until one day he is mistaken for a famous archaeologist and that dream comes true. Whisked to Peru holding a sacred key, Tad helps Professor Lavrof and his beautiful daughter Sara as they race against evil treasure hunters in search of the Lost City of Paititi.
Description
See the real story behind the lion king--at least from Timon and Pumbaa's perspective. The truth will be exposed about some "passed" events - such as when King Mufasa introduced his young heir to the animal kingdom. Reveals the true hullabaloo behind their departures from the meerkat and warthog 'hoods. Tag along as the two buddies from the brush search for their dream home, share their joys and trials as they raise young Simba using the "Hakuna Matata"...
17) The lion king
Formats
Description
Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother, and former heir to the throne, has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy, and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what...
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
A pair of maladroits struggle to avoid the police while their adventures take them through a welfare office, massage parlor, nightclub, and an interaction with a flying saucer; an American of Hispanic descent is mistakenly deported to Mexico when he is caught without ID and cannot convince U.S. authorities that he is an American citizen; interviews with Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong are shown between videos of songs from one of their albums.
Pub. Date
2008
Description
It's a Cheech and Chong fan's ultimate pipe dream: two smokin' movies in on Hilarious collection! The medicated fun begins with the rock 'n' roll comedy Cheech & Chong's "Up In Smoke", the duo's film debut. Then , enjoy Cheech & Chong at their outrageous best in Cheech & Chong Still Smokin, which features their distinct marijuana-laced madness that has sold over 10 million records. Here's the straight dope: Cheech & Chong will keep your spirits high!...
20) The perfect game
Pub. Date
2009.
Description
After Cesar's major league career is cut short, he returns to his native Monterey, Mexico. Once back home, a group of impoverished baseball-loving kids recruit him to coach their ragtag team. Together, they beat the odds and overcome hardships and bigotry to compete in the 1957 Little League World Series.