Tennessee (A True Book: My United States)

by Melissa McDaniel

Overview

With abundant caves and mountains to explore, a never-ending stream of live music in cities such as Nashville and Memphis, and countless historic sites, there is no shortage of things to do in Tennessee.

A True Book: My United States series allows readers to experience what makes each of the fifty state distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each states' history, geography, wildlife and future outlook. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will see for themselves why the state is so great as they tour its most impressive locations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531250945
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/01/2018
Series:	A True Book Series
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.10(d)
Lexile:	890L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

McDaniel is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City.

Table of Contents

Map: This Is Tennessee! 6

1 Land and Wildlife: What is the terrain of Tennessee like and which plants and animals live there? 9

2 Government: What are the different parts of Tennessee's government? 17

The Big Truth!

What Represents Tennessee?: Which designs, objects, plants, and animals symbolize Tennessee? 22

3 History: How did Tennessee become the state it is today? 25

4 Culture: What do Tennesseans do for work and fun? 35

Famous People 42

Did You Know That 44

Resources 46

Important Words 47

Index 48

About the Author 48