Where Is Wisconsin? (Who HQ: The 50 States Series)
SKU
016636
ISBN
9798217244133
Grade 3-6
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If you’ve
ever wondered about the history, landscape, or culture of Wisconsin, Where
is Wisconsin? has all the information you are searching for. From
Lambeau Field to cheese-making, this small-format paperback overviews
Wisconsin’s geography, environment, origins, growth, and more across six
chapters. Most of the book is text, broken into small paragraphs for easy
comprehension with occasional black-and-white illustrations. More advanced
terms are helpfully defined in-text for the reader, and fun facts are scattered
throughout. At the end is a “Wisconsin at a Glance” spread with key facts on
the state, a timeline, and a bibliography. Perfect for a unit study, a U.S.
history study, or a fun read for curious readers. Softcover, 50 pages.
Publisher's Description of Where Is Wisconsin? (Who HQ: The 50 States Series)
The first kindergarten in the United States opened there Barbie’s fictional hometown is in Wisconsin One of the most complete woolly mammoth skeletons was found there
Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Wisconsin in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Wisconsin? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you’re proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination.
Visit famous landmarks like Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers. Meet important people like the founders of the Republican Party. Read about the importance of cheese-making in Wisconsin and how it led to the “cheesehead” tradition. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all find something to love about the Badger State. Not to mention that it’s the location of Barbie and Ken’s fictional hometown!
Including timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and a fact-filled “At a Glance” section, this book has everything you need to know about the heritage, development, and present day of Wisconsin.
Discover a plethora of information about each of the 50
states—and not just where it is! Each small-format book in the Where
Is_____? States series is divided into short chapters that cover the
terrain, history, growth, and major landmarks of each state, with fun stories
and facts along the way. The books are mostly text with occasional visuals, but
the reading level is not difficult. Maps, timelines, and bibliography included.
These would be a great resource for a unit study, a strong addition to an
American history course, or an excellent independent reading option for your
curious student.