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B 105538B 105538 Alabama
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Alabama, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.4. Follett RL 3.7.
Alabama PI  
B 105589B 105589 Alabama
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Alabama. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.5. Follett RL 3.9.
Alabama PI  
B 105706B 105706 Alabama
Grade Lvl: P Author: Leber, Holli
Length: 31 Copyright: 2004

A simple introduction to Alabama, focusing on its regions and their geographical features. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. AR 2.6. Follett RL 2.4. RC 2.8. Lexile 540. GR level I.
Alabama P  
B 119791B 119791 Alabama (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Durrie, Karen
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Alabama, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, bird, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Alabama (AV2) KP  
B 121117B 121117 Alabama: the Yellowhammer State
Grade Lvl: I Author: Hart, Joyce / Bass, Elissa
Length: 80 Copyright: 2016

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of Alabama, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Alabama: the Yellowhammer State I  
B 83014B 83014 Alamo
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Sorensen, Lynda
Length: 24 Copyright: 1994

Brief description of the battle and photos of the historic landmark. From the series American Symbols. AR level 4.4. Follett RL 4.8.
Alamo PI  
B 127680B 127680 All Aboard the Schooltrain: A Little Story from the Great Migration
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Armand, Glenda
Length: 48 Copyright: 2023

During the Great Migration in 1930's Louisiana, eight-year-old Jenny tries to understand why a man named Jim Crow is making trouble for her family. Civil rights. Grief and loss. Social awareness. African American. Louisiana History. 20th century. Picture book for older readers. IL 2-6.
All Aboard the Schooltrain: A Little Story from the Great Migration PI  
B 118657B 118657 America the Beautiful: Alabama
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Somervill, Barbara A
Length: 144 Copyright: 2014

Describes Alabama's history, geography, government, people, and economy and presents a travel guide, a time line, fact lists, and several project ideas. AR 8.2 Lexile 1100 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Alabama IJ  
B 118660B 118660 America the Beautiful: Arkansas
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Prentzas, G. S
Length: 144 Copyright: 201

Takes readers on a tour of Arkansas, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources. AR 7.5 Lexile 1040 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Arkansas IJ  
B 118666B 118666 America the Beautiful: Georgia
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Prentzas, G. S
Length: 144 Copyright: 2014

Describes Georgia's history, geography, government, people, and economy and presents a travel guide, a time line, fact lists, and several project ideas. AR 7.5 Lexile 1010 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Georgia IJ  
B 118674B 118674 America the Beautiful: Louisiana
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Lassieur, Allison
Length: 144 Copyright: 2014

Contains full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps that describe the history, geography, people, economy, and government of the state of Louisiana; and includes charts, graphs, timelines, and classroom projects. AR 7.7 Lexile 1040 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Louisiana IJ  
B 118680B 118680 America the Beautiful: Mississippi
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Dell, Pamela
Length: 144 Copyright: 2014

Contains full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps that describe the history, geography, people, economy, and government of the state of Mississippi; and includes charts, graphs, timelines, and classroom projects. AR 7.9 Lexile 1040 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Mississippi IJ  
B 118689B 118689 America the Beautiful: North Carolina
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 144 Copyright: 2014

Takes readers on a tour of North Carolina, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources. AR 7.5 Lexile 1020 Il 5-8.
America the Beautiful: North Carolina IJ  
B 118697B 118697 America the Beautiful: South Carolina
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Somervill, Barbara A
Length: 144 Copyright: 2015

Takes readers on a tour of South Carolina, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources. AR 7.8 Lexile 1060 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: South Carolina IJ  
B 118699B 118699 America the Beautiful: Tennessee
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Somervill, Barbara A
Length: 144 Copyright: 2015

Takes readers on a tour of Tennessee, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources. AR 7.7 Lexile 1060 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Tennessee IJ  
B 118703B 118703 America the Beautiful: Virginia
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Kent, Deborah
Length: 144 Copyright: 2014

Contains full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps that describe the history, geography, people, economy, and government of the state of Virginia; and includes charts, graphs, timelines, and classroom projects. AR 7.1 Lexile 960 IL 5-8.
America the Beautiful: Virginia IJ  
B 105541B 105541 Arkansas
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Arkansas visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.8. Follett RL 4.1.
Arkansas PI  
B 105592B 105592 Arkansas
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Arkansas. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.4. Follett RL 3.1.
Arkansas PI  
B 119794B 119794 Arkansas (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Durrie, Karen
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Arkansas, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, bird, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Arkansas (AV2) KP  
B 121119B 121119 Arkansas: the Natural State
Grade Lvl: I Author: King, David C / Bass, Elissa
Length: 80 Copyright: 2016

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of Arkansas, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Arkansas: the Natural State I  
B 125578B 125578 Bell Rang
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Ransome, James
Length: 40 Copyright: 2019

A young slave girl witnesses the heartbreak and hopefulness of her family and their plantation community when her brother escapes for freedom. Historical fiction. African American. Slavery. IL K-3. AR 1.8. Lexile 360.
Bell Rang KP  
B 109492B 109492 Celebrate the States: Alabama
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Shirley, David
Length: 144 Copyright: 2009

Provides information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Alabama.
Celebrate the States: Alabama IJ  
B 108947B 108947 Celebrate the States: Arkansas
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Altman, Linda
Length: 144 Copyright: 2009

Discusses the geographic features, history, government, people, and attractions of the state known as the Natural State.
Celebrate the States: Arkansas IJ  
B 107407B 107407 Celebrate the States: Florida
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Chang, Perry
Length: 144 Copyright: 2007

Provides information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Florida. Authors: Perry Change and Joyce Hart. AR 8.3. Follett RL 7.9.
Celebrate the States: Florida IJ  
B 110126B 110126 Celebrate the States: Georgia
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Otfinoski, Steven
Length: 144 Copyright: 2010

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Georgia. Follett RL 8.1.
Celebrate the States: Georgia IJ  
B 106056B 106056 Celebrate the States: Louisiana
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: LeVert, Suzanne
Length: 144 Copyright: 2005

Provides information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, and landmarks of Louisiana. Follett RL 7.5. AR 9.3.
Celebrate the States: Louisiana IJ  
B 108437B 108437 Celebrate the States: Mississippi
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Shirley, David
Length: 144 Copyright: 2008

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Mississippi. AR 8.5.
Celebrate the States: Mississippi IJ  
B 110735B 110735 Celebrate the States: North Carolina
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Shirley, David
Length: 144 Copyright: 2010

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of North Carolina.
Celebrate the States: North Carolina IJ  
B 110128B 110128 Celebrate the States: South Carolina
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Hoffman, Nancy
Length: 144 Copyright: 2010

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of South Carolina.
Celebrate the States: South Carolina IJ  
B 107412B 107412 Celebrate the States: Tennessee
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Barrett, Tracy
Length: 144 Copyright: 2007

Provides information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Tennessee. AR 7.9. Follett RL 8.3.
Celebrate the States: Tennessee IJ  
B 106059B 106059 Celebrate the States: Texas
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Bredeson, Carmen
Length: 142 Copyright: 2006

An exploration of the geography, history, economy, people, government, and landmarks of Texas. Follett RL 6.6. AR 7.8.
Celebrate the States: Texas IJ  
B 106061B 106061 Celebrate the States: Virginia
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Barrett, Tracy
Length: 142 Copyright: 2006

Discusses the geographic features, history, government, people, and attractions of the state known as the Mother of Presidents. Follett RL 7.9. AR 8.0.
Celebrate the States: Virginia IJ  
B 81631B 81631 Christmas in the Big House, Christmas in Quarters
Grade Lvl: I Author: McKissack, Patricia
Length: 68 Copyright: 1994

Describes the customs, recipes, poems, and songs used to celebrate Christmas in the big plantation houses and in the slave quarters just before the Civil War. 1995 Coretta Scott King Award for writing. AR 5.4. RC 6.2. Lexile 960.
Christmas in the Big House, Christmas in Quarters I  
B 97297B 97297 Cooking Up U.S. History: Recipes and Research
Grade Lvl: T Author: Barchers, Suzanne
Length: 201 Copyright: 1999

The complete title is: Cooking Up U.S. History: Recipes and Research To Share With Children. Offers recipes linked to the history of the U.S., from Pre-Colonial times through the Civil War, and has recipes for regions of the U.S. Includes directions for making foods such as Native American foods, hasty puddy, hardtack and corn fritters, and includes instructions for non-food items such as berry ink, dipped candles, hand soap, etc.
Cooking Up U.S. History: Recipes and Research T  
B 125884B 125884 Crossing Bok Chitto: A Choctaw Tale of Friendship & Freedom
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Tingle, Tim
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

In the 1800s, a Choctaw girl becomes friends with a slave boy from a plantation across the great river, and when she learns that his family is in trouble, she helps them cross to freedom. Historical fiction. Native Americans. Multicultural. Notable Social Studies. IL 1-5. AR 4.4. RC 3.9. Lexile 640. GR T.
Crossing Bok Chitto: A Choctaw Tale of Friendship & Freedom PI  
B 126059B 126059 Dark Sky Rising: Reconstruction and the Dawn of Jim Crow
Grade Lvl: JS Author: Gates, Henry Louis
Length: 225 Copyright: 2019

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. presents a journey through America's past and our nation's attempts at renewal in this look at the Civil War's conclusion, Reconstruction, and the rise of Jim Crow segregation. Includes primary sources. U.S. Civil War. Reconstruction Era. IL 8-12. AR 8.7. RC 12.4. Lexile 1200.
Dark Sky Rising: Reconstruction and the Dawn of Jim Crow JS  
B 127152B 127152 Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Henderson, Leah
Length: 48 Copyright: 2021

In Charleston, South Carolina, in 1865, ten-year-old Eli and other newly freed slaves gather to honor the memory of fallen Union soldiers, an event considered to be one of the first celebrations of what is now called Memorial Day. African American. Holiday story. Includes timelines and back matter. U.S. Civil War. IL 2-6. AR 4.8. GR T.
Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day PI  
B 89078B 89078 Everglades and the Gulf Coast
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Blaustein, Daniel
Length: 64 Copyright: 2000

Presents an overview of wetland ecology as seen in Florida's Everglades, the largest freshwater wetlands ecosystem in the continental United States. Gulf of Mexico. AR 8.4. RC 7.1. Lexile 1150. IL 4-7.
Everglades and the Gulf Coast IJ  
B 116988B 116988 Exploring the States: Alabama
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Owings, Lisa
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Alabama. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Alabama PI  
B 116991B 116991 Exploring the States: Arkansas
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Oachs, Emily Rose
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Arkansas. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Arkansas PI  
B 116996B 116996 Exploring the States: Florida
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Oachs, Emily Rose
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Florida. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.7 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Florida PI  
B 116997B 116997 Exploring the States: Georgia
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Owings, Lisa
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Georgia. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Georgia PI  
B 117005B 117005 Exploring the States: Louisiana
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Owings, Lisa
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Louisiana. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.5 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Louisiana PI  
B 117011B 117011 Exploring the States: Mississippi
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Hoena, Blake
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Mississippi. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.7 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Mississippi PI  
B 117020B 117020 Exploring the States: North Carolina
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Sweazey, Davy
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of North Carolina. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.8 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: North Carolina PI  
B 117028B 117028 Exploring the States: South Carolina
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Schuetz, Kristin
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of South Carolina. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 5.0 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: South Carolina PI  
B 117030B 117030 Exploring the States: Tennessee
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Rechner, Amy
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Tennessee. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.5 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Tennessee PI  
B 117031B 117031 Exploring the States: Texas
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Schuetz, Kristin
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Texas. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.7 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Texas PI  
B 117034B 117034 Exploring the States: Virginia
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Owings, Lisa
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Virginia. From the Blastoff! Readers Level 5 series Exploring the States. AR 4.6 IL 3-5.
Exploring the States: Virginia PI  
B 105546B 105546 Florida
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes reader on a tour of Florida, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.7. Follett RL 3.5.
Florida PI  
B 105597B 105597 Florida
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Florida. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 3.9. Follett RL 2.9.
Florida PI  
B 120889B 120889 Florida
Grade Lvl: I Author: Hess, Debra / Wiesenfeld, Lori
Length: 80 Copyright: 2015

Traces the history, geography, economy, and people of the state of Florida, with information on important dates and events, plants and animals of the region, and the branches of government. From the series It's My State! AR 7.2 IL 4-6.
Florida I  
B 103313B 103313 FLORIDA
Grade Lvl: P Author: BREDESON, CARMEN
Length: 31 Copyright: 2002

Introduces the state of Florida and its diverse geographical features, interesting sights, agricultural crops, wildlife, and cities. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. AR 2.4. Follett RL 3.6. RC 2.1. Lexile 380. Guided Reading level J.
FLORIDA P  
B 119800B 119800 Florida (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Durrie, Karen
Length: 34 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Florida, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, bird, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Florida (AV2) KP  
B 105547B 105547 Georgia
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Georgia, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.9. Follett RL 3.2.
Georgia PI  
B 105598B 105598 Georgia
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Georgia. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 3.9. Follett RL 3.4.
Georgia PI  
B 120890B 120890 Georgia
Grade Lvl: I Author: Haywood, Karen / Cohn, Jessica
Length: 80 Copyright: 2016

Explores the geography, history, people, government, and economy of Georgia, the Peach State. Also includes lists of key people, places, celebrations, plants and animals, cities, and political figures, plus recipes and craft projects. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Georgia I  
B 103314B 103314 GEORGIA
Grade Lvl: P Author: BREDESON, CARMEN
Length: 31 Copyright: 2002

Introduces the state of Georgia, including its diverse geographical features, agricultural crops, wildlife, cities, and famous citizens. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. AR 2.4. Follett RL 3.5. RC 2.1. Lexile 370. Guided Reading level J.
GEORGIA P  
B 119801B 119801 Georgia (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Durrie, Karen
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Georgia, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, bird, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Georgia (AV2) KP  
B 127851B 127851 Going Places: Victor Hugo Green and His Glorious Book
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Bolden, Tonya
Length: 40 Copyright: 2022

Illuminates the lesser-known history of Victor Hugo Green, a Black postal worker from Harlem in the 1930s, who created The Green Book, a guide for African Americans to stay safe while traveling around the U.S. during the era of segregation. Biography. Includes back matter and timelines. African American. Segregation. 20th century. Social conditions. Travel. Picture book for older readers. IL 2-6.
Going Places: Victor Hugo Green and His Glorious Book PI  
B 127204B 127204 How to Decorate a Cypress Tree
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Terrell, Angelle
Length: 32 Copyright: 2021

MaLou and Rodney love the decorated tree in town and can't wait to do a fancy tree in their own home. But the year has been hard and money is tight and Mama and Daddy just don't think they'll be enough for a tree this year. No Christmas tree?! The only thing worse than that is seeing how sad their parents are. Holiday stories. Bayous Louisiana. Christmas fiction. Picture book. IL Pres-3.
How to Decorate a Cypress Tree KP  
B 125036B 125036 Journey of Little Charlie
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Curtis, Christopher Paul
Length: 234 Copyright: 2018

When his poor sharecropper father is killed in an accident and leaves the family in debt, twelve-year-old Little Charlie agrees to accompany fearsome plantation overseer Cap'n Buck north in pursuit of people who have stolen from him. Cap'n Buck tells Little Charlie that his father's debt will be cleared when the fugitives are captured, which seems like a good deal until Little Charlie comes face-to-face with the people he is chasing. Historical fiction. Fugitive slaves. IL 5-8. AR 5.8. RC 7.5. Lexile 960.
Journey of Little Charlie IJ  
KM 13206KM 13206 Journey of Little Charlie (Playaway)
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Curtis, Christopher Paul
Length: 234 Copyright: 2018

When his poor sharecropper father is killed in an accident and leaves the family in debt, twelve-year-old Little Charlie agrees to accompany fearsome plantation overseer Cap'n Buck north in pursuit of people who have stolen from him. Cap'n Buck tells Little Charlie that his father's debt will be cleared when the fugitives are captured, which seems like a good deal until Little Charlie comes face-to-face with the people he is chasing. Playaway runtime: 5 hours. Playaway, book and a 5-way splitter. Starred reviews. Historical fiction. African American. IL 5-9. AR 5.8. RC 7.5. Lexile 960.
Journey of Little Charlie (Playaway) IJ  
B 84795B 84795 Life on a Plantation
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Kalman, Bobbie
Length: 32 Copyright: 1997

Examines what life was like on the plantations that existed in the southern United States into the 19th century. From the series Historic Communities. AR 6.3. Follett RL 4.8. RC 3.5. Lexile 920.
Life on a Plantation PI  
B 89816B 89816 LIFE ON A SOUTHERN PLANTATION
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Isaacs, Sally Senzell
Length: 32 Copyright: 2001

Provides details of daily life on a wealthy cotton plantation in the southern United States during the 1850s and 1860s, discussing the big house, slave cabins, clothing, children, school, work, and food. From the series Picture the Past. AR level 4.0. Follett RL 3.3.
LIFE ON A SOUTHERN PLANTATION PI  
B 126741B 126741 Little White Lies (Book 1)
Grade Lvl: JS Author: Barnes, Jennifer
Length: 390 Copyright: 2018

Eighteen-year-old Sawyer accepts her estranged grandmother's bribe to live with her for a year, participate in the debutante season and ball, and possibly meet the father she has never known. Realistic fiction. Family life -Southern States. Detective story. Series fiction: Debutantes, Book 1. Iowa High School Book Award 2021-2022. IL 9-12. AR 5.5. Lexile 730.
Little White Lies (Book 1) JS  
B 105555B 105555 Louisiana
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Louisiana, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.7. Follett RL 4.1.
Louisiana PI  
B 105606B 105606 Louisiana
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Louisiana. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 3.9. Follett RL 3.5.
Louisiana PI  
B 112025B 112025 Louisiana
Grade Lvl: P Author: Hyde, Judith
Length: 31 Copyright: 2007

Simple text and color photos present information on Louisiana, covering the state's landscape, wildlife, crops, industries, and culture. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. AR 3.1. RC 4.3. Lexile 700. IL 1-2.
Louisiana P  
B 120893B 120893 Louisiana
Grade Lvl: I Author: Bjorklund, Ruth / Steinitz, Andy
Length: 80 Copyright: 2015

Describes the official symbols, history, government, people, plants, animals, products, and resources of Louisiana and includes a recipe, a craft activity, and the state song. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Louisiana I  
B 119808B 119808 Louisiana (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Yasuda, Anita
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Louisiana, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Louisiana (AV2) KP  
B 105561B 105561 Mississippi
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Mississippi, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR and Follett RL 3.7.
Mississippi PI  
B 105612B 105612 Mississippi
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Mississippi. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.3. Follett RL 3.5.
Mississippi PI  
B 112026B 112026 Mississippi
Grade Lvl: P Author: Trueit, Trudi
Length: 31 Copyright: 2007

Simple text and color photos present information on Mississippi, covering the state's landscape, wildlife, crops, and other produce, and culture. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. AR 3.1. RC 3.8. Lexile 770. IL 1-2.
Mississippi P  
B 119814B 119814 Mississippi (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: McDowell, Pamela
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Mississippi, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Mississippi (AV2) KP  
B 121121B 121121 Mississippi: the Magnolia State
Grade Lvl: I Author: Waring, Kerry Jones
Length: 80 Copyright: 2016

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of Mississippi, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Mississippi: the Magnolia State I  
B 89972B 89972 My America: A Poetry Atlas of the United States
Grade Lvl: PIJ Author:
Length: 83 Copyright: 2000

A collection of poems evocative of seven geographical regions of the United States, including the Northeast, Southeast, Great Lakes, Plains, Mountain, Southwest, and Pacific Coast States. Selected by Lee Bennett Hopkins
My America: A Poetry Atlas of the United States PIJ  
B 105570B 105570 North Carolina
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of North Carolina, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.6. Follett RL 3.4.
North Carolina PI  
B 105621B 105621 North Carolina
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of North Carolina. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.2. Follett RL 3.5.
North Carolina PI  
B 120902B 120902 North Carolina
Grade Lvl: I Author: Gaines, Ann / Steinitz, Andy
Length: 80 Copyright: 2015

Traces the history, geography, economy, and people of the state of North Carolina, with information on important dates and events, plants and animals of the region, and the branches of government. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
North Carolina I  
B 103316B 103316 NORTH CAROLINA
Grade Lvl: P Author: BRENNAN, LINDA
Length: 31 Copyright: 2003

An introduction to North Carolina which focuses on the state's geography. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. Follett RL 3.6. RC 1.9. Lexile 280. Guided Reading level J.
NORTH CAROLINA P  
B 119823B 119823 North Carolina (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Rodriguez, Cindy
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to North Carolina, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
North Carolina (AV2) KP  
KM 13373KM 13373 Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry (30 copies)
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Taylor, Mildred D
Length: 0 Copyright: 2020

Set in Mississippi at the height of the Depression, this is the story of one family's struggle to maintain their integrity, pride, and independence in the face of racism and social injustice. Told from the main heroine, Cassie Logan, is an independent school aged girl who discovers over the course of an important year why having land of their own is so crucial to the Logan family. She learns to draw strength from her own sense of dignity and self-respect. Kit contents includes: 30 paperback copies of the book, 6 audio CDs, 5 playaways, 2 splitters, Teacher guides from: Novel Ties, The Engaged Reader, Taking Grades, Teacher Created Resources, and Great Works. Historical fiction. Playaway run time: 7 hours 30 minutes. Audio CDs run time: 7 hours and 30 minutes. Mentor text. Middle School Literacy/Language Arts with Social Studies connections. IL 5-9. AR 5.7. RC 6.9. Lexile 920. GR W. Four week loan period.
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry (30 copies) IJ  
B 105577B 105577 South Carolina
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes reader on a tour of South Carolina, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.8. Follett RL 3.5.
South Carolina PI  
B 105628B 105628 South Carolina
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of South Carolina. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.5. Follett RL 3.9.
South Carolina PI  
B 119830B 119830 South Carolina (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Yasuda, Anita
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to South Carolina, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
South Carolina (AV2) KP  
B 121125B 121125 South Carolina: the Palmetto State
Grade Lvl: I Author: Hess, Debra / McGeveran, William
Length: 80 Copyright: 2016

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of South Carolina, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
South Carolina: the Palmetto State I  
B 108148B 108148 Southeast
Grade Lvl: I Author: Gillis, Jennifer
Length: 56 Copyright: 2006

Describes the people, history, land, plants, animals, cities, rural areas, transportation systems, economy, and leisure pursuits of America's Southeastern states. From the series Regions of the United States. Follett RL 6.8.
Southeast I  
B 117783B 117783 Southeast
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Felix, Rebecca
Length: 32 Copyright: 2014

Examines the Southeast region of the United States, including the geography, climate, wildlfe, history, economy, and more. Includes 12 states: West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Kentucky. From the series Regions Of The U.S.A. AR 4.9 Lexlile 670 GR level S IL 3-5.
Southeast PI  
B 74680B 74680 Talking Eggs: A Folktale from the American South
Grade Lvl: KPI Author: San Souci, Robert
Length: 29 Copyright: 1989

A Southern folktale (Creole version) in which kind Blanche, following the instructions of an old witch, gains riches, while her greedy sister makes fun of the old woman and is duly rewarded. Virtue is rewarded and greed is punished. Caldecott Honor Book by Robert San Souci; illustrated by Jerry Pinkney. Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor 1990. AR 4.4. RC 3.5. Lexile 940. GR level P. IL K-6.
Talking Eggs: A Folktale from the American South KPI  
B 105579B 105579 Tennessee
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Tennessee, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.8. Follett RL 3.7.
Tennessee PI  
B 105630B 105630 Tennessee
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Tennessee. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.0. Follett RL 3.7.
Tennessee PI  
B 120907B 120907 Tennessee
Grade Lvl: I Author: McGeveran, William / Petreycik, Rick
Length: 80 Copyright: 2016

Surveys the history, geography, and economy of the Volunteer State, as well as the diverse ways of life of its people. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Tennessee I  
B 103323B 103323 TENNESSEE
Grade Lvl: P Author: VALZANIA, KIMBERLY
Length: 31 Copyright: 2003

An introduction to Tennessee which focuses on the state's geography. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. RC 2.2. Lexile 450. Guided Reading level J.
TENNESSEE P  
B 119832B 119832 Tennessee (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: McDowell, Pamela
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Tennessee, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Tennessee (AV2) KP  
B 107158B 107158 Tennessee (Bilingual Library)
Grade Lvl: P Author: Brown, Vanessa
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Presents a brief introduction to Tennessee written in Spanish and English. From the series The Bilingual Library of the USA (United States of America). AR 3.1. Follett RL 4.4.
Tennessee (Bilingual Library) P  
B 103327B 103327 TEXAS
Grade Lvl: P Author: BREDESON, CARMEN
Length: 31 Copyright: 2002

An introduction to the land and people of the state of Texas. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. AR 2.4. Follett RL 2.6. RC 2.1. Lexile 380. Guided Reading level J.
TEXAS P  
B 124957B 124957 Thing About Leftovers
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Payne, C.C
Length: 281 Copyright: 2017

Fizzy struggles to find her place in her blended family after her parents' divorce, hoping her entry in the Southern Living Cook-Off will show them she is more than just a leftover kid. Iowa . Iowa Children's Choice Award, 2019-2020. IL 5-8. AR 4.9. RC 4.7. Lexile 770.
Thing About Leftovers IJ  
B 114624B 114624 True Book: Southeast
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Rau, Dana
Length: 48 Copyright: 2012

Discusses the history of the Southeast, the geography of the land and its agriculture, and describes life in the Southeastern states of America. Depicts its cultural roots, provides information about Martin Luther King Jr. and other famous artists and inventors, discusses its resources and economy, its mining industry, and the destruction that Hurricane Katrina wreaked on the Gulf area. Includes color photos, a glossary, and an index. AR 5.4. RC 5.3. Lexile 810. IL 3-5.
True Book: Southeast PI  
B 105583B 105583 Virginia
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Heinrichs, Ann
Length: 40 Copyright: 2006

Takes readers on a tour of Virginia, visiting 15 attractions and describing the state's history, culture, and economy along the way. Includes unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, and lists of state symbols, famous people, and further resources. From the series Welcome to the U.S.A. AR 3.9. Follett RL 4.4.
Virginia PI  
B 105634B 105634 Virginia
Grade Lvl: PI Author: Murray, Julie
Length: 32 Copyright: 2006

Describes the history, geography, cities, capital, and people of Virginia. From the ABDO series United States: A Buddy Book. AR 4.1. Follett RL 3.8.
Virginia PI  
B 120910B 120910 Virginia
Grade Lvl: I Author: Sullivan, Laura L / King, David
Length: 80 Copyright: 2015

A comprehensive look at the geography, history, people, government, economy, and culture of Virginia. From the series It's My State! IL 4-6.
Virginia I  
B 103317B 103317 VIRGINIA
Grade Lvl: P Author: MADER, JAN
Length: 31 Copyright: 2003

A simple introduction to Virginia, focusing on its geographical features and points of interest. From the series Rookie Read-About Geography. Follett RL 3.6. RC 1.9. Lexile 250. Guided Reading level J.
VIRGINIA P  
B 119836B 119836 Virginia (AV2)
Grade Lvl: KP Author: Pratt, Laura
Length: 24 Copyright: 2013

An introduction to Virginia, covering the state's location, history, flower, seal, flag, capital, goods, and more. Access to online materials is through a web/book code printed in the book and includes slide show, vocabulary development and other activities, quizzes, audio & video clips and web links. From the AV2 series Explore the U.S.A. IL K-2.
Virginia (AV2) KP  
B 124974B 124974 Walking with Miss Millie
Grade Lvl: IJ Author: Bundy, Tamara
Length: 227 Copyright: 2017

Alice is angry at having to move to Rainbow, Georgia-a too small, too hot, dried-up place she's sure will never feel like home. Then she gets put in charge of walking her elderly neighbor's dog. But Clarence won't budge without Miss Millie, so Alice and Miss Millie walk him together. Strolling with Clarence and Miss Millie quickly becomes the highlight of Alice's day and opens her eyes to all sorts of new things to marvel over. During their walks, theymeet a mix of people, and Alice sees that although there are some bullies and phonies, there are plenty of kind folks, too. Miss Millie shares her family's story with Alice, showing her the painful impact segregation has had on their town. And with Miss Millie, Alice is finally able to express her own heartache over why her family had to move there in the first place. Iowa Children's Choice Award, 2019-2020. Historical fiction. Civil rights. IL 4-8. AR 4.9. RC 5.2. Lexile 790.
Walking with Miss Millie IJ  
B 126743B 126743 Where the Crawdads Sing
Grade Lvl: S Author: Owens, Delia
Length: 372 Copyright: 2018

Kya Clark is the 'Marsh Girl' of Barkley Cove on the North Carolina coast. Abandoned at age ten, she has survived on her own in the marsh that she calls home. A born naturalist, she took life lessons from the land, learning from the false signals of fireflies the real way of this world. Drawn to two young men from town who were intrigued by her wild beauty, Kya opened herself to a new and startling world, until the unthinkable happens. When Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya. Bildungsroman/Coming of Age. Solitude. Realistic fiction. Mystery fiction. Mature themes. Young adult fiction. Iowa High School Book Award, 2021-2022. IL 10-12. AR 5.9. Lexile 880.
Where the Crawdads Sing S