Florida (America the Beautiful, Second) [Library Binding]

L. M. Stone (Author), Ann Heinrichs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1998 | Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: America the Beautiful, Second

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Florida

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-8-The volatile topics of growth, Florida's beautiful environment, and expanding population set the tone in the first chapter of this revised title. The state's economy depends on tourists and relocating workers, yet it is this influx of people that is creating an ecological disaster. Heinrichs balances these topics well, presenting in clear language the history, culture, and economy of this multifaceted state. While some descriptions of cities read like infomercials, the text is straightforward and brimming with tidbits such as underwater cave diving that make Florida uniquely interesting. Photographs and illustrations are vibrant and relevant to the chapters, although the photo of the space shuttle Challenger on the launch pad under the chapter heading of "A Century of Progress" is disturbing. Ethnic diversity, endangered wildlife, and the changing economy are all addressed concisely with enough information for reports. A solid, up-to-date addition.
Ann Cook, Winter Park Public Library,
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Anne Heinrichs is the author of several nonfiction books for children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Library Binding: 144 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press (CT) (September 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 051620632X
• ISBN-13: 978-0516206325
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,356,704 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)