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Gr 3—6—These information-packed updates will be great resources both for kids doing reports as well as for families who are planning a trip. Each book begins with "A quick look at" section, which includes trivia about the state's nickname, flower, and cookie. The following chapters cover geography, history, culture (including famous people, events, and current demographics), government, and economy. Each chapter is full of interesting facts, entertaining details, and fun quotes. The texts are accessible, straightforward, and clear, and are broken up on each page by a colorful photo, graph, time line, or map. The illustrations are relevant and accurately captioned; they supplement the texts rather than repeat them. A kid-friendly recipe and craft project appear in each volume. Back matter consists of photos of the state flag and seal and the state song. Solid additions to any collection.—Wendy Woodfill, Hennepin County Library, Minnetonka, MN