50 States: A State-by-State Tour of the USA (State Shapes) - Hardcover

McHugh, Erin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1579128513 ISBN 13: 9781579128517

Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal, 2010

Synopsis

Kids can explore all 50 states from home, from the car, from anywhere and learn all about America. This colorful fun-fact-filled guide includes a fold-out 50-state jigsaw puzzle and a 50-state quarter collector map!

Arranged alphabetically by state, 50 States brings kids face to face with all the beauty and diversity of the United States in an innovative and entertaining package. Kid characters guide readers through the states, pointing out the state capital, historic landmarks, famous residents, geographical and natural wonders, local delicacies, and odd and interesting facts. Additional pages include a brief history of the United States, as well as fun and informative activities?from quizzes to word and picture hunts?that help kids remember the information they've just learned. A sturdy 50-state jigsaw puzzle mounted at the front of the book, and a 50-state quarter collector map in the back, makes 50 States the perfect way for kids ages 9 to 12 to learn about the country.

About this title

About the Author:

Erin McHugh is a former publishing executive and author of more than a dozen books, including The Little Road Trip Handbook.  She is also the author of several of the books in Black Dog and Leventhal's State Shape series.  She resides in New York City and South Dartmouth, Massachusetts.

Albert Schrier's work has appeared in publications for Disney, Scholastic, Houghton Mifflin, and more.  He has also illustrated several of Black Dog & Leventhal's State Shape books.  He lives in Cleveland, Ohio.   

About this edition

• Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1579128513
• ISBN 13: 9781579128517
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 240
• Illustrator: Schrier Alfred