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Books in Our Amazing States series

  • Georgia: The Peach State

    Marcia Amidon Lusted

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Your students will learn all about the Peach State from this engaging book. From its history to its landmarks, readers get to take a journey through one of the souths grandest states.
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  • Virginia: The Old Dominion

    Marcia Amidon Lusted

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Virginia is known as the Mother of Presidents. Your students will learn why through this exciting book. Other topics include Virginias economy, agriculture, and the state capital, Richmond.
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  • Our Eyes Can See

    Jodi Lyn Wheeler-Toppen

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Sight is one of the five senses. Our eyes let us see. Simple, fun text teaches readers about the sense of vision and how the eyes let us see. Quizzable text is at an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or lower.
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  • Our Noses Can Smell

    Jodi Lyn Wheeler-Toppen

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Smell is one of the five senses. Our nose lets us smell. Simple, fun text teaches readers about the sense of smell and how the nose lets us smell. Quizzable text is at an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or lower.
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  • Indiana: The Hoosier State

    Tika Downey

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Transport readers to the Hoosier State, which has produced many well-known yet down-to-earth individuals such as David Letterman, Jane Pauley, and John Mellencamp. State history, and major geographic and cultural landmarks are presented in a fun, engaging manner that will make a mental traveler of any reader.
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  • Illinois: The Prairie State

    Marcia Amidon Lusted

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Sept. 1, 2009)
    The state of Illinois has many things to offer. Readers will explore the capital, the natural wonders, and discover other interesting characteristics of Abraham Lincolns home state.
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  • Louisiana: The Pelican State

    Miriam Coleman

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Louisianathe Pelican Stateis known for its bayous, New Orleans festivities, its rich culture, and its varying peoples such as the Acadians. Your readers will love this tour of Louisiana as they learn about its history, symbols, industries, and more through beautiful photographs and a solid, yet lively, introductory text. Interesting fact panels and colorful maps are included.
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  • New Mexico: The Land of Enchantment

    Miriam Coleman

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 15, 2010)
    New Mexico is well known for its beautiful and unique landscape, but it is also has a rich and varied history. Readers will visit Native American monuments and the Very Large Array, walk the Billy the Kid Trail, and look inside the Carlsbad Cavernsall without leaving their seats. Gorgeous, full-color photography captures the icons of New Mexico, while engaging text tells the tales that will make students want to learn more about the fascinating Land of Enchantment.
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  • West Virginia: The Mountain State

    Robin Michal Koontz

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Introduces readers to West Virginia and discusses its history, natural resources, and the people who live there.
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  • Our Mouths Can Taste

    Jodi Lyn Wheeler-Toppen

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Taste is one of the five senses. Our mouth and tongue let us taste. Simple, fun text teaches readers about the sense of taste and how the mouth and tongue let us taste. Quizzable text is at an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or lower.
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  • Puerto Rico: The Isle of Enchantment

    Marcia Amidon Lusted

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Its time to take readers to the Caribbean, where the beaches are inviting and the tropical environ is unavoidably inspiring. This book, loaded with vibrant photographs and engaging text, shares the natural beauty, captivating wildlife, and exciting history of Puerto Rico.
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  • Maine: The Pine Tree State

    Robin Michal Koontz

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 15, 2010)
    The state of Maine conjures up so many images: lobsters, blueberries, moose, pine forests, rocky and coasts. This book offers young readers a great introduction to the states many charms. Fact sheets and maps support the fun narrative.
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