Books in State Studies: Florida series

What do the images on Florida's state seal stand for? How is Florida's state government different from all others? What has Florida contributed to our nation's space exploration program? You can find the answers to these questions in this book, which contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Florida a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Florida's unique state symbols. You can learn how to make a key lime pie, and find out why Florida's state gem cannot be found naturally anywhere in Florida. And, you'll find out why Florida really is the Sunshine State. Inside you'll find: maps that help you find your way around Florida, photographs that let you see what you are reading about, a glossary, index, and list of more books to read to help you find what you're looking for and better understand it.

Who were the first people to live in Florida? Which kinds of people live in Florida today? Which Floridians became famous, and why? You can find the answers to these questions in this book, which contains fascinating stories of the many different people who have made Florida what it is today. Inside, you will find information about the first people of Florida and the explorers and settlers who came later. You will learn about the many different cultural groups found in Florida. And, you'll find out more about Florida's most famous residents. Inside you'll find: maps that help you find your way around Florida, photographs that let you see what you are reading about, a glossary, index, and list of more books to read to help you find what you're looking for and better understand it.

Who were the first people to live in Florida? What happened when Europeans arrived in Florida? How did the Timucua Indians make their canoes? You can find the answers to these questions in this book, which contains all kinds of interesting facts that tell the story of the people who lived in Florida from 10,000 years ago to the present day. Inside, you will find information about the first people who lived in Florida. You will learn about the different Native American tribes that have called Florida home and the beliefs and practices that make them unique. And, you will find out where the tribes of Florida are located today. Inside you'll find: maps that help you find your way around Florida, photographs that let you see what you are reading about, a glossary, index, and list of more books to read to help you find what you're looking for and better understand it.

What do the images on Oklahoma’s state seal stand for? How is Oklahoma’s state government organized? What makes Oklahoma City the largest city in the United States? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Oklahoma. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Oklahoma a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Oklahoma’s unique state symbols. You can learn what happened in Oklahoma once oil was discovered and find out how the Dust Bowl affected the state. And, you will learn about Oklahoma’s Native American heritage and the people that live there today.

What do the images on Maine’s state seal stand for? How is Maine’s state government organized? Why is Maine nicknamed the Pinetree State? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Maine. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Maine a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Maine’s unique state symbols. You can learn about Maine’s mountains, its Atlantic coast, and important crops such as blueberries and apples. You will find out about Maine’s artistic heritage, and its famous writers and artists.

What do the images on Pennsylvania's state seal stand for? How is Pennsylvania's state government organized? How did Pennsylvania get its name? This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Pennsylvania a one-of-a-kind place. You will find information about Pennsylvania's unique state symbols. You can learn how to make a shoo-fly pie and find out what you can see at Presque Isle National Park. And, you will find out what events in Pennsylvania helped to make the United States an independent country.

What do the images on New Mexico’s state seal stand for? How is New Mexico’s state government organized? In which town have people been living for over 900 years? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely New Mexico. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make New Mexico a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about New Mexico’s unique state symbols. You can learn how the Rocky Mountains and the Rio Grande affect New Mexico, discover the artistic talent in the state, and find out how the Spanish have influenced life in New Mexico.

What do the images on North Carolina’s state seal stand for? How is North Carolina’s state government organized? When did the first state university in the country open? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely North Carolina. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make North Carolina a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about North Carolina’s unique state symbols. You can learn about famous people from North Carolina and find out about the largest home in the United States. And, you can learn find about different North Carolina festivals, legends, and folklore.