Utah (A True Book: My United States)

by Josh Gregory

Overview

From the rocky pillars and arches on the Colorado Plateau to the busy streets of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah is an amazing place to be.

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 set out on a journey through the Beehive State, learning about its history, culture, wildlife, and government along the way.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531250952
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/01/2018
Series:	A True Book (Relaunch)
Pages:	48
Sales rank:	631,858
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	920L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Tony Abbott is the author of more than ninety books for young readers, including THE SECRETS OF DROON series; middle-grade novel KRINGLE; and THE HAUNTING OF DEREK STONE series. He was the recipient of the 2006 Golden Kite Award, as well as the 2009 Edgar Award. Tony was born in Ohio, and now lives with his wife and two daughters in Trumbull, Connecticut. Visit him online at www.tonyabbottbooks.com.

Table of Contents

Map: This Is Tennessee! 6

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

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

The Big Truth!

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

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

4 Culture: What do Utahns 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