Hawai'i (A True Book: My United States)

by Joanne Mattern

Overview

Discover the nation's only island state!

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.As the nation's only island state, Hawai'i lies in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, far off the west coast. Readers will tour Hawai'i's 132 islands as they learn about the state's incredible history. They will enjoy surfing, luaus, and other elements of local culture. They will also discover how the state's government works, what jobs people do in Hawai'i, what wildlife is found there, and much more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531252550
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/01/2017
Series:	A True Book (Relaunch)
Edition description:	Library Edition
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.30(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Mattern is the author of many books for children. Her favorite topics include animals, biography, and history. She lives in the Hudson Valley of New York State.

Table of Contents

Map: This Is Hawai'i! 6

1 Land and Wildlife

What is the terrain of Hawai'i like and what lives there? 9

2 Government

What are the different parts of Hawai'i's government? 17

What Represents Hawai'i?

Which designs, objects, plants, and animals symbolize Hawai'i? 22

3 History

How did Hawai'i become the state it is today? 25

4 Culture

What do Hawaiians 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

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2017
Gr 3–5—General state-related history and trivia. Each book opens with an illustrated map of the state that highlights famous and notable places, four of which are spotlighted in smaller inserts. From then on, the series follows a general format, detailing the land, wildlife, politics, culture, and economy of each state. There are numerous outdated stock drawings of American Indians and European "explorers." In addition, slavery is poorly discussed in Louisiana: "Other Louisianians also came to the state against their will." In each volume, a concluding "Resources" page lists a number of movies that don't make sense for the intended audience (Wayne's World in Illinois and Who Framed Roger Rabbit? in California). VERDICT No improvement on the many existing state series.

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