Blastoff! discovery. State profiles

Jockey's Ridge State Park -- Where is North Carolina? -- North Carolina's beginnings -- Landscape and climate -- Wildlife -- People and communities -- Charlotte -- Industry -- Food -- Sports and entertainment -- Festivals and traditions -- North Carolina timeline -- North Carolina facts -- Glossary

"North Carolina has come far from its tobacco farming roots! Today, the sandy beaches of the Outer Banks welcome tourists, while Research Triangle Park is a center for technology. Students can learn about all of this and more in this informative title. Features take readers through the history of the state, highlight famous inventions, and map out the landscape. There is a lot to learn about North Carolina in this fact-filled title!"--

Ages 7-13

Grades 4-6

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