Delaware may be almost last in size amongst the 50 American states, yet in many ways it is indeed the "First State," as its motto declares. Casting one of the decisive votes in favor of the Declaration of Independence, and the very first state to sign the Constitution, Delaware has long led the nation into the future, a role it continues to play. It has been at the forefront of many important developments in American society-desegregation, the growth...

From vast plains to gently rolling hills, Kansas is a state filled with history and agriculture. This visually stunning book explores Kansas from the rich farmland to the mosaic of modern culture. Timelines and sidebars ensure a broad experience of Kansas, both past and present.

Known as the "Old Line State" and the "Free State," Maryland is a fascinating state for students to study. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the seventh state (and one of the original thirteen colonies). The book includes chapters on the land, history, government, and major industries. There is also a chapter on famous Marylanders, from Frederick Douglass and Thurgood Marshall to Cal Ripken, Jr. Every chapter contains...

Readers explore Minnesota's rich history, including the lifestyles of the Dakota and other native peoples, the nineteenth-century influx of Scandinavian immigrants, and the emergence of the state's major cities today. Readers learn about the opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway in 1959 and the colorful history of the Mississippi. The organization of the state's government and the agricultural and economic products of the state are engagingly presented....

Nicknamed the "Garden State," New Jersey is a fascinating place for students to study. This book covers all the basics, with chapters on the land, history, government, and major industries. There is a chapter on notable individuals including Grover Cleveland, Bruce Springsteen, and Queen Latifah. Every chapter contains a sidebar devoted to the past and present, which juxtaposes New Jersey of yesteryear with the present day. A timeline of important...

This book offers readers a comprehensive look at the past and present of the state of Oklahoma, including its peoples, industries, arts, and culture. Colorful maps and informative and fun sidebars support the main narrative. Readers will love this journey to the state with the motto "Labor Omnia Vincit," which means labor conquers all things.

This book presents readers with a Nevada perspective that is rarely seen. It explores the state's history, economy, and people, focusing on how the present compares with the past.

Arizona has an incredibly rich history, including wild days of the Old West. This book chronicles Arizona's past up to present day, with an interesting exploration of the state's geography, trade, and peoples.

New York is a state rich in culture and industry. New York: Past and Present explores the broad topics of geography and history, but also touches on some finer details, such as influential New York natives, government, climate, and wildlife. With unique sidebars that touch on both the past and present!

The spirit of West Virginia and its people are best exemplified by the state's most central feature-the Appalachian Mountains. West Virginians are hardy, enduring, and rugged, with a resourcefulness that matches the bounty of natural resources locked within those mountains. In colonial times, West Virginia was considered the western frontier and was part of the Virginia colony. The state's economy has been driven by its rich reserves of natural resources,...