Florida

Ready for a tour of the Sunshine State? You'll meet alligators and dance in the streets. You'll explore space and the un... (more)

Ready for a tour of the Sunshine State? You'll meet alligators and dance in the streets. You'll explore space and the underwater world. Just follow the dotted line or skip around. Either way, you're in for an exciting ride. Are you all buckled up? Then we're on our way! (less)

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geo... (more)

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Florida"-- (less)

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Florida, and includes ide... (more)

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Florida, and includes ideas for classroom assignments. (less)

It's My State! Florida gives readers a comprehensive look at the geography, history, people, government, economy, and cu... (more)

It's My State! Florida gives readers a comprehensive look at the geography, history, people, government, economy, and culture of the Sunshine State. (less)

"From the squeaky sand of the panhandle to the historic Calle Ocho in Little Havana, there's lots to see and do in Flori... (more)

"From the squeaky sand of the panhandle to the historic Calle Ocho in Little Havana, there's lots to see and do in Florida! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Florida special."--Publisher's website. (less)

"The stories in this collection span characters, towns, decades, even centuries, but Florida{u2014}its landscape, climat... (more)

"The stories in this collection span characters, towns, decades, even centuries, but Florida{u2014}its landscape, climate, history, and state of mind{u2014}becomes its gravitational center: an energy, a mood, as much as a place of residence. Groff transports the reader, then jolts us alert with a crackle of wit, a wave of sadness, a flash of cruelty, as she writes about loneliness, rage, family, and the passage of time."--Dust jacket. (less)

From Pensacola and the Panhandle, to Miami beaches and mingling with Mickey, Moon Florida reveals the best of the Sunshi... (more)

From Pensacola and the Panhandle, to Miami beaches and mingling with Mickey, Moon Florida reveals the best of the Sunshine State. (less)

"The stories in this collection span characters, towns, decades, even centuries, but Florida{u2014}its landscape, climat... (more)

"The stories in this collection span characters, towns, decades, even centuries, but Florida{u2014}its landscape, climate, history, and state of mind{u2014}becomes its gravitational center: an energy, a mood, as much as a place of residence. Groff transports the reader, then jolts us alert with a crackle of wit, a wave of sadness, a flash of cruelty, as she writes about loneliness, rage, family, and the passage of time."--Dust jacket. (less)

Explore Florida in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and... (more)

Explore Florida in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state's history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Florida. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page with vital information, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. (less)

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"The stories in this collection span characters, towns, decades, even centuries, but Florida{u2014}its landscape, climat... (more)

"The stories in this collection span characters, towns, decades, even centuries, but Florida{u2014}its landscape, climate, history, and state of mind{u2014}becomes its gravitational center: an energy, a mood, as much as a place of residence. Groff transports the reader, then jolts us alert with a crackle of wit, a wave of sadness, a flash of cruelty, as she writes about loneliness, rage, family, and the passage of time."--Dust jacket. (less)

Florida is called the "Sunshine State". Visitors mainly come to enjoy the sunshine, the sea, the never ending sandy shor... (more)

Florida is called the "Sunshine State". Visitors mainly come to enjoy the sunshine, the sea, the never ending sandy shore of the peninsula and the unique atmosphere of Miami. But of course, it is worth spending time in the protected areas such as the Everglades National Park where visitors can slalom in between the alligators on hovercrafts. Sights include Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, the House of Hemingway in Key West, Disney World, Sea World, and much more. (less)

Claude Lherminier, despite being 80 years old, is as imposing a presence as he ever was. On a whim, he takes a plane to ... (more)

Claude Lherminier, despite being 80 years old, is as imposing a presence as he ever was. On a whim, he takes a plane to Florida to visit his youngest daughter, Alice, who has married an American man and moved to Miami. (less)

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