The Scrambled States of America
Author(s): Laurie Keller
At the first annual "states party," Virginia and Idaho hatch a plan to swap spots so each can see another part of the country. Before the party is over, all the states decide to switch places.
In the beginning, every state is happy in its new location. But soon things start to go wrong. Florida, who switches spots with Minnesota, is freezing in the frosty northern climate, and Minnesota hasn't brought sunscreen and is getting an awful sunburn. Will the states ever unscramble themselves and return to their proper places?
Packed with madcap humor and whimsical illustrations, this quirky story--starring all fifty states--is chock-full of introductory facts and silly antics that will make learning geography as much fun as taking a vacation.
This title has Common Core connections.
Review(s):
“Charming.” —The New York Times
“It's hard to imagine a more engaging (or comical) way to learn the 50 states and their locations than in this auspicious debut from Keller.” —Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
“Will elicit laughs from all those who thought geography was boring.” —School Library Journal
“A wacky and absolutely painless look at geography.” —School Library Journal
Long-listed IRA Young Adult Choices, Winner Pennsylvania YR Choice Award, Long-listed IRA-CBC Children's Choices, Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award, Winner Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award, Winner CCBC Choice (Univ. of WI), Winner Parents' Choice Award Winner (2009)
ISBN: 9780805058024