North Carolina

In the A True Book: My United States series, children learn what makes each of the fifty U.S. states distinctive and exceptional. In North Carolina they will travel throughout the state to explore the beautiful wilderness and diverse cities, and find out what it is like to live there, what people like to eat, what kinds of jobs are common, and why more than 10 million people call this beautiful state home. They will also learn about North Carolina’s history, find out how the state is governed, and see what role it plays in the U.S. economy. A thorough resource section at the end encourages independent study. 48 pages, softcover. Grades 3 – 5.