| United States Encyclopedia: America's People, Places, and Events Contributor(s): National Geographic Kids (Author) |
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ISBN: 1426320922 ISBN-13: 9781426320927 Publisher: National Geographic Kids OUR PRICE: $22.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Reference - Encyclopedias |
| Dewey: 973.03 |
| LCCN: 2015013153 |
| Lexile Measure: 1150 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 9.2" W x 11.9" (3.40 lbs) 272 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The richness of America in all its grandueur and diversity is captured in this comprehensive, authoritative, and lively United States Encyclopedia. With a team of experts and talented writers, this book will be the definitive United States reference resource for kids, and an indespensible tool for home and school. Every state in the union is showcased in a spectacular way in this big, beautiful book of the U.S. Awesome to look at, fun to read, and easy to use, it includes an unparalleled amount of information that is both intriguing and useful. Beginning with a lush thematic section covering topics from early America to civil rights, population, and the new millennium, the United States Encyclopedia then delves into vibrant essays on each state and the U.S. territories. Fun facts about people, places, and events are sprinkled throughout. Also included: U.S. facts and figures, a listing of the presidents, and overviews of important historical American documents. |