United States Encyclopedia: America's People, Places, and Events (National Geographic)

by National Geographic Kids (Author)

United States Encyclopedia: America's People, Places, and Events (National Geographic)
Reading Level: 6th − 7th Grade
Beginning with a thematic section covering topics from early America to civil rights, population, and the new millennium, the United States Encyclopedia then delves into essays on each state and the U.S. territories. Also included: U.S. facts and figures, a listing of the presidents, and overviews of important historical American documents.
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Starred Review

Gr 4 Up--Every inch of this book is expertly executed. In the first section, "Story of a Nation," the author explains in a succession of tidy spreads how the United States was shaped socially, politically, and geographically by major forces, such as the arrival of the English in North America. Following this foundation building, each state is presented in its own gorgeous four-page chapter. In addition to incorporating the expected material regarding state emblems and population stats, the work includes a concise history for each state, an illustrated time line, and a detailed map. The book is packed with facts, all of which are presented in neatly phrased narratives or in bright, eye-catching sidebars. While much of the material presented is of the report-ready, workaday variety--topography, industry, tourist attractions--some details add narrative sparkle. In keeping with National Geographic tradition, the illustrations in this title are first-rate. The bulk of images are full-color photographs. Archival drawings fill in design gaps.

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National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core. This book and series is created by National Geographic contributors, including researchers, photographers, content experts, and educational specialists.
Classification
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9781426320927
Lexile Measure
1150
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Publication date
September 22, 2015
Series
National Geographic
BISAC categories
JNF048040 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Reference | Encyclopedias
JNF025170 - Juvenile Nonfiction | History | United States/General
Library of Congress categories
United States
U.S. states
Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Children's encyclopedias and dictionaries

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