Only in Florida: Weird and Wonderful Facts About The Sunshine State (Americana) [9780711281455]

Overview

Only in Florida takes you to a state known for sea, sand, sun, and fun by way of quickfire facts and colorful maps.

Glide by gators in the Everglades, ride rollercoasters in Orlando, and move to the music of Miami as you explore this unique and diverse state. You’ll learn why Key lime pie should never be green, how piracy landed on the coast of Florida, and how famous Floridians have changed the world.

Each of Florida’s major cities and regions is covered in this comprehensive rundown of the Sunshine State, from Tallahassee to the Treasure Coast. Plus, get a dose of Florida’s fascinating past from a history timeline, and spot your favorite Florida locales on infographic maps.

Wildlife, culture, trailblazers, and the quirkier side of Florida are all spotlit on dedicated spreads – just like Florida, this book has it all!

From The 50 States series. These books for young explorers celebrate the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colorful life.

Also available in this series: 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.