Virginia (Portrait of America) [Library Binding]

Kathleen Thompson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1996 | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Portrait of America

Discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Virginia.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Raintree (February 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811473929
• ISBN-13: 978-0811473927
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,306,451 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Loaded with history, June 27, 2004

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Rocco Dormarunno (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Virginia (Portrait of America) (School & Library Binding)

Virginia is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful states of the United States. But there's more to it than just rolling hills and gorgeous beaches. This book explores the complexities of Virginia's history and economy.

The "Portrait of America" series is a wonderful introduction for pre-teens to the 50 states and to the places and events that shaped the history of the United States. This "Virginia" installment is particularly good. The book is broken down into sections like "History", "Culture", "Economy" etc., and each section is thoughtfully written and edited. The history section is first-rate, exploring Virginia's early dependency on tobacco and the slave trade. Meanwhile, famous Virginians like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson get their just due.

This book, as well as the entire "Portrait of America" series, will prove to be a valuable teaching tool to all primary school educators.