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1) Georgia
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This engaging book about the history, geography, government, industries, and people of Georgia will give students an excellent resource for writing reports. As they turn the pages, they will travel back to a time when the first colonists were building their homes and planting their farms. They'll see how this state has grown into one of the leading business and industrial centers in the nation. Readers will learn about notable Georgians, including...
2) Indiana
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Known as the "Crossroads of America," Indiana has indeed proven to be central to our nation in many ways. Its limestone has helped build our cities and skyscrapers. Its produce has fed and nourished us. Its favorite sons have risen to the presidency, the Congress, and the Supreme Court to lead and guide us. Its entertainers and athletes have dazzled us. Stocked with larger-than-life characters-Abraham Lincoln, Johnny Appleseed, Tecumseh, Jimmy Hoffa,...
3) Puerto Rico
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This book chronicles Puerto Rico's history and diverse culture, including its residents, industries, and arts. Sidebars impart interesting tidbits and maps provide a thorough topical view.
4) Kansas
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From vast plains to gently rolling hills, Kansas is a state filled with history and agriculture. This visually stunning book explores Kansas from the rich farmland to the mosaic of modern culture. Timelines and sidebars ensure a broad experience of Kansas, both past and present.
5) Delaware
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Delaware may be almost last in size amongst the 50 American states, yet in many ways it is indeed the "First State," as its motto declares. Casting one of the decisive votes in favor of the Declaration of Independence, and the very first state to sign the Constitution, Delaware has long led the nation into the future, a role it continues to play. It has been at the forefront of many important developments in American society-desegregation, the growth...
6) Tennessee
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From the rural serenity of the Smoky Mountains to the Country Music Capital of the World, Tennessee is a state that is rich in history and culture. Readers will be entranced by how this splendid heritage continues to influence the government, industry, and residents of Tennessee today.
7) Missouri
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From the Native American inhabitants that settled the land over 3,000 years ago to the present-day; the state of Missouri has had a long, exciting history. This book traces how Missouri's past connects to the present-day, examining the many changes the state has gone through over time. Readers will learn about the state's incredible musical history, see how the state's robust economy evolved, and will get drawn into Missouri's political history.
8) Oklahoma
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This book offers readers a comprehensive look at the past and present of the state of Oklahoma, including its peoples, industries, arts, and culture. Colorful maps and informative and fun sidebars support the main narrative. Readers will love this journey to the state with the motto "Labor Omnia Vincit," which means labor conquers all things.
9) Michigan
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Take readers on a journey to the great state of Michigan. Students learn that it has 40 major rivers and more than 35,000 lakes and ponds. They also learn about the wild, cold land of the past and the climate of today. They'll take a look at Native Americans who lived on the land, the Europeans who explored and settled there, and Michigan's entry into the Union. Readers will examine the workings of the state's government and the changes in the economy...
10) North Carolina
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Nestled in the Appalachian mountains, North Carolina has always been at the crossroads of American history. Both Revolutionary War and Civil War battles were fought on its soil and the state underwent many changes from its inception to the present day. This accessible, informative book will guide the reader through the state's absorbing history. Students will learn about plant and animal life, geography, famous residents, and details about the state's...
11) New York
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New York is a state rich in culture and industry. New York: Past and Present explores the broad topics of geography and history, but also touches on some finer details, such as influential New York natives, government, climate, and wildlife. With unique sidebars that touch on both the past and present!
12) Montana
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With its beautiful scenery and independent spirit, Montana is a state with an interesting history. This book introduces readers to Montana's history and politics, showing how truly unique a place it is.
13) Utah
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Known and revered equally for its wild beauty and socially conservative Mormon culture, Utah is a western state like no other. Though marked by great violence at its founding, Utah has a less freewheeling and lawless frontier history, due to the firm control of the Mormon dominated culture and government. Most of the state's wildness is to be found in its awe-inspiring landscapes. The state includes some of the nation's most dramatic national parks,...
14) Maine
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Maine is known for its beautiful shore along the Atlantic Ocean, where lighthouses, sandy beaches, and fishing villages can be found. Readers will learn why so many people travel to Maine, as they'll read about the inspiring and breath-taking landscape, including its rustic cabins, relaxing resorts, and expansive forests, which cover nearly 90 percent of the state. They'll read about flora and fauna, including the moose, black bear, beaver, bobcat,...
15) West Virginia
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The spirit of West Virginia and its people are best exemplified by the state's most central feature-the Appalachian Mountains. West Virginians are hardy, enduring, and rugged, with a resourcefulness that matches the bounty of natural resources locked within those mountains. In colonial times, West Virginia was considered the western frontier and was part of the Virginia colony. The state's economy has been driven by its rich reserves of natural resources,...
16) Maryland
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Known as the "Old Line State" and the "Free State," Maryland is a fascinating state for students to study. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the seventh state (and one of the original thirteen colonies). The book includes chapters on the land, history, government, and major industries. There is also a chapter on famous Marylanders, from Frederick Douglass and Thurgood Marshall to Cal Ripken, Jr. Every chapter contains...
17) Minnesota
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Readers explore Minnesota's rich history, including the lifestyles of the Dakota and other native peoples, the nineteenth-century influx of Scandinavian immigrants, and the emergence of the state's major cities today. Readers learn about the opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway in 1959 and the colorful history of the Mississippi. The organization of the state's government and the agricultural and economic products of the state are engagingly presented....
18) California
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This exciting book provides a sweeping but in-depth history of the state of California, from pre-colonial days to the present, from Spanish missions and the Gold Rush to Silicon Valley and Governor Schwarzenegger, including geography, people, industries, key public figures and historical events, noteworthy places and enterprises, and government structure. Includes a complete timeline of state/colonial history, informative fact sheet, and fascinating...
19) Arizona
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Arizona has an incredibly rich history, including wild days of the Old West. This book chronicles Arizona's past up to present day, with an interesting exploration of the state's geography, trade, and peoples.
20) Nevada
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This book presents readers with a Nevada perspective that is rarely seen. It explores the state's history, economy, and people, focusing on how the present compares with the past.
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