Books with title Illinois

This fascinating and educational bilingual title features important historical and geographical information on Illinois, including data about the people and culture of the state, and maps with keys, rivers, and main cities. Back matter includes state activities and facts, visual hall of famous people, visual glossary, index, resources, Web sites, and word count. Part of The Bilingual Library of the United States of America series, this is an incredible resource for young new readers in Spanish and older English-as-a-Second-Language learners.

This is your complete guide to the most interesting and scenic day hiking trails in Illinois. No matter what part of the state you want to explore or how easy or hard a trek you want, this handy book will lead you to the right trail. Hiking Illinois features the following:- Detailed descriptions of 100 trails, including the length of trail, estimated time to hike it, and a difficulty rating- 143 easy-to-read park and trail maps- A map of each featured trail, with the points of interest labeled and their distances from the trailhead given- Practical information on how to get to parks, the park hours, available facilities, permits and rules, and a contact address and phone number- A convenient trail-finder grid, which provides a summary of each trail's features and location in the book- A section on nearby points of interest, with contact phone numbersHiking Illinois makes it easy to enjoy self-guided tours of trails in scenic areas in the north, central, and south sections of the state. You'll discover beautiful trails in 59 featured spots, including Bell Smith Springs Recreation Area, Moraine Hills State Park, Beall Woods, and Mississippi Palisades State Park.Author Susan Post is a professional naturalist and a native of Illinois who brings to life the history, terrain, flora, and fauna of each area. And her descriptions of nearby recreational and sightseeing destinations ensure that you won't miss anything on your trip.Whether you live in Illinois or are just visiting, there's no better way to discover the natural beauty of the state than with Hiking Illinois.

It's bedtime in the Prairie State! Say goodnight to all your favorite locations, including: Lincoln TombWrigley FieldPeoria Riverfront MuseumIllinois State CapitolBrookfield ZooIllini Union, University of IllinoisSoldier FieldRoute 66 MuseumLeviathan steam trainGrosse Point LighthouseGeppetto's Toy BoxGreat AmericaGrant ParkBurpee Museum of Natural History

Celebrate the richness and diversity of the United States of America in this exciting series. Readers can explore the unique character of each state -- its land and waterways, its history, its government and economy, its festivals, cultural diversity, landmarks and exciting stories of success. Readers will also hear the voices of men and women alive today. They will see the beauties and hidden treasures of each state and hear the social issues and concerns faced by the residents.Each book opens with a series of quotes by both contemporary residents and people from the past -- giving voice to the state's concerns, admiration for the people, love of the land, nostalgia for the past and excitement for the future.

Hiking Illinois is your complete guide to 107 of the most scenic day hikes within the Land of Lincoln. No matter what region you wish to explore or how easy or hard a trek you want, this handy guide will lead you to the right trail.In this one-of-a-kind resource, you'll find the following features:- Detailed descriptions of every hike, in every region, including special points of interest, estimated hiking time and distance, and difficulty ratings for each trail- Phone numbers and Web sites, park hours and rules, and available facilities for 60 of the state's most scenic sites - Easy-to-read maps for every park and trail to help you navigate your hike and locate landmarks and other points of interest- A convenient trail finder that provides a summary of each trail's features and available facilities Hiking Illinois brings to life the history, terrain, flora, and fauna of each area. And the descriptions of nearby recreational and sightseeing destinations ensure you won't miss anything on your trip. Hiking Illinois is your guide to enjoying the great outdoors!