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Alaska

by Sarah Tieck
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Invite your students to explore the state of Alaska in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text draws in reluctant readers, while vibrant, oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers journey through Alaska as they learn about its history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A "Tour Book" spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Alaska. Other features include a table of contents, fact boxes, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Up-to-date population statistics are taken from the 2010 US census. In this title, students will find valuable information for first reports! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Explore the United States

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    August 22, 2012

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781614801887

    • PDF ebook

      • ISBN: 9781614800026
      • File size: 7122 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • ATOS Level: 3.7
    • Lexile® Measure: 700
    • Interest Level: K-3(LG)
    • Text Difficulty: 2-3

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      November 1, 2012

      Gr 1-3-Similar in scope to "Our Amazing States" (Rosen/PowerKids Pr), each title is a veritable Chamber of Commerce. In a few short paragraphs per spread, the highlights of each state (geographical location, population, primary industries, landmarks, and early history) are described. A "Hometown Heroes" section focuses on famous people. A mix of modern-day and historical figures connects the past to the present. For example, Francis Scott Key and Michael Phelps are the notables from Maryland. A "Tour Book" spread suggests fun places to visit. A "Fast Facts" section includes date of statehood and other information. Clear color photos and reproductions flanked by stars-and-stripes borders are eye-catching. Simple, straightforward tables of contents and indexes are ideal for students just learning research skills. The content is well organized and the uncluttered layout and ample white space make the large-font text pop.

      Copyright 2012 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

    • The Horn Book

      January 1, 2013
      These state overviews provide general information on important cities, state history, geography, natural resources, industry, and famous residents, while final sections summarize facts such as population, motto, state flag, etc. Generic spreads include "Did You Know?" sidebars and lackluster photographs. Overall the volumes are bland but may be useful for school reports. Timeline. Glos., ind.

      (Copyright 2013 by The Horn Book, Incorporated, Boston. All rights reserved.)

    • School Library Journal

      April 1, 2020

      Gr 2-5-An informative look at the history, geography, and culture of the 50 states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico. Each book examines an individual state's population, industry, and place in American history using simple sentence structure and beautiful, full-page images. Examples of the favorite pastimes and famous landmarks of the state are provided. A glossary, a time line, an index, and a state fact page are included. A QR code links to updated information. The series does a wonderful job of portraying each state in a positive light, highlighting its important role in America's past and present. VERDICT This appealing series will make children proud of their home state.

      Copyright 2020 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Formats

  • OverDrive Read
  • PDF ebook

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:3.7
  • Lexile® Measure:700
  • Interest Level:K-3(LG)
  • Text Difficulty:2-3

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