Books in State studies series

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 Louisiana's state seal stand for? How is Louisiana's state government organized? What is a Mardi Gras celebration like? You can find the answers to these questions and more in this book, which contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Louisiana a one-of-a-kind place. You will also find information about Louisiana's unique system of laws. You will learn about the different kinds of music that started in Louisiana, such as jazz and zydeco, and the different cultures that help make Louisiana unique. Also, get the recipe for gumbo! And, you will find out about Louisiana's many lighthouses. Plus, there are maps to help you find your way around the state.

What do the images on Missouri’s state seal stand for? How is Missouri’s state government organized? What does the Gateway Arch commemorate? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Missouri. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Missouri a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Missouri’s unique state symbols. You can learn how to make Missouri Mud no-bake cookies and find out how the ice cream cone was invented. And, you will find out where you can visit the many Missouri caves.

What do the images on North Dakota’s state seal stand for? How is North Dakota’s state government organized? What will you find in the Badlands in North Dakota? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely North Dakota. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make North Dakota a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about North Dakota’s unique state symbols. You can learn about the 60 wildlife refuges in North Dakota and what it is that makes fishing so successful at North Dakota’s Devils Lake. And, you will find out about North Dakota’s people and traditions.

What do the images on Delaware’s state seal stand for? How is Delaware’s state government organized? Who are some famous people from Delaware? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Delaware. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Delaware a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Delaware’s unique state symbols. You can learn about landmarks, legends, and folklore in Delaware. And, you will find out about why Delaware’s nickname is The First State.

What do the images on Kentucky’s state seal stand for? How is Kentucky’s state government organized? Where is President Abraham Lincoln’s birthplace? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Kentucky. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Kentucky a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Kentucky’s unique state symbols. You can learn how to make derby pie and find out why people visit Mammoth Cave National Park. And, you will find out why Kentucky is called the Bluegrass State

What do the images on Indiana's state seal stand for? How is Indiana's state government organized? How were Indiana's lakes formed? This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Indiana a one-of-a-kind place. You will find information about Indiana's unique state symbols. You can learn how to make Indiana butterscotch pie and find out why Indiana is called the Hoosier State. And, you will find out why the Indy 500 is an important event in the state.

Where can you find a statue of the tallest man who ever lived? What exactly is a Tully Monster? Where can you go to climb the largest prehistoric earthwork in the United States? 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 Illinois a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Illinois' unique state government and symbols. You can learn how to make a Chicago-style hot dog and sing the state song. And, you'll find out why Illinois really is the only 'Land of Lincoln.' Inside you'll find: maps that help you find your way around Illinois, 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 Colorado's state seal stand for? How is Colorado's state government organized? What was life like in a Colorado mining town? This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Colorado a one-of-a-kind place. You will find information about Colorado's unique state symbols. You can learn how to make Colorado-style granola and find out the many different ways you can get to the top of Pikes Peak. Plus, you will find out why Colorado really is the Rocky Mountain State.

What do the images on Mississippi’s state seal stand for? How is Mississippi’s state government organized? Where in Mississippi can you find trees that are 30 million years old? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Mississippi. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Mississippi a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Mississippi’s unique state symbols. You can learn how to make Mississippi mud cake and find out about Mississippi’s music traditions, folklore, and legends. And, you will find out why Mississippi is nicknamed the Magnolia State.

What do the images on Hawaii’s state seal stand for? How is Hawaii’s state government organized? How far is Hawaii from its nearest neighbors? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Hawaii. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Hawaii a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Hawaii’s unique state symbols. You can learn about Hawaii’s active volcanoes and find out about Hawaii’s native language. And, you will learn the names of the eight major islands that make up Hawaii.

What do the images on Rhode Island’s state seal stand for? How is Rhode Island’s state government organized? What can you find in Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay? You can find the answers to these questions in Uniquely Rhode Island. This book contains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts and features that help make Rhode Island a one-of-a-kind place. Inside, you will also find information about Rhode Island’s unique state symbols. You can learn about what to have for dinner in Rhode Island and how shipping and trade made the smallest state what it is today. You can also discover some of the attractions and landmarks for which Rhode Island is famous.