Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
4.8
Points
1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
5984
Points per Word
0.000167
Page Count
59
Points per Page
0.016949
Series
From Sea to Shining Sea
Description
Discusses the geography, history, industries, and famous people of Alabama.
Quick Summary
Alabama bursts with surprising facts that turn a state report into a treasure hunt, from cave-dwelling dinosaurs to rocket scientists who changed history. Readers discover the secret codes of Native American tribes, meet a circus elephant who became a governor, and explore underwater caves hiding ancient shark teeth. If your kid loves the weird-fact addiction of the "Guinness World Records" books, they'll be hooked on this state's wild stories. This 4.8 AR-level read is perfect for curious kids in grades 4-6 who love learning bizarre facts they can stump their friends with.