Alabama

A True Book

by Jo S. Kittinger

Located in the heart of the South, Alabama is a land of diverse and beautiful natural scenery.

A True My United States series allows readers to experience what makes each of the fifty state distinctive and exceptional. Readers will get to know each states' history, geography, wildlife and future outlook. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will explore the state as they find out what life is like in Alabama today. They will learn about the state's government, find out which plants and animals live there, get an inside look at what Alabamans like to do for fun, and much more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Picture Books

48 pages, Library Binding

Published February 1, 2018

About the author

A love of nature and a creative spirit come together in Jo S. Kittinger, author of 15 books for children. Her most recent books are JANE GOODALL and GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER, Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers with Childrens Press. Soon to be released are PRIMATES, a nonfiction vault book with Dalmatian Press, and THE HOUSE ON DIRTY-THIRD STREET, a picture book with Peachtree Publishers. In addition, she has published numerous items in various books, magazines, educational materials and newspapers.
Jo currently serves as a Regional Advisor for the Southern Breeze region (AL, MS, GA) of the Society of Childrens Book Writers and Illustrators, where she organizes two conferences for writers and illustrators of childrens literature each year. She enjoys making author talks at schools, libraries and conferences
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