Explore the fifty states, as well as Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico, in this fact-packed series! Easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the nation's beauty and diversity. Readers will learn about history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in each state. Other features include a table of contents, fact boxes, a timeline, 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.
Detailed maps, Glossary of key words, Index, Infographics, Informative sidebars, Table of contents, and Timeline of key events
Reviewed on 1 April 2020
Arizona (Explore the United States) – Booklist
Each state gets its own book in the Explore the United States series (52 titles), offering students targeted information well-suited for beginners’ reports
Reviewed on 1 April 2020
Explore the United States – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The series does a wonderful job of portraying each state in a positive light, highlighting its important role in America’s past and present. This appealing series will make children proud of their home state.
