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Description
Illustrations and text present the history, geography, people, politics and government, economy, and social life and customs of North Carolina, which was the first colony to vote for independence.
Quick Summary
If your kid needs to write a report on North Carolina or has a sudden interest in learning about different states, this one's a solid choice. It covers all the big stuff North Carolina's history as the first colony to vote for independence, plus the geography, people, and what makes the state's economy and culture tick. What I like is that it doesn't feel like a textbook; the text and pictures work together to make history actually interesting for middle graders. Kids who love learning random facts about places, or anyone doing a state report, will get a lot out of this. Parents can feel good that it's educational without being dry or boring. It works well for kids in grades 4-8, especially if they like nonfiction that reads more like a good story than a school assignment.