by Marion Dane Bauer (Author), C. B. Canga (Illustrator)
Meet Mr. Geo, everybody's favorite geography teacher He loves to explore new places. Today, he's visiting Florida, the Sunshine State. His first stop is the Everglades to see alligators and other amazing animals. He'll also go to Fort Myers beach and enter a sand sculpting contest. He'll visit the historic city of St. Augustine, go orange picking, dance at the Florida Folk Festival and he'll even get to swim with dolphins and manatees . Then he will visit fun-filled theme parks, sporting events, and other exciting places. Join Mr. Geo on his travels around Florida. Together, you will discover what makes this a state to celebrate. This entertaining and educational mix of travel, geography, history, and pop culture includes maps and learning activities. Great for beginning readers
Author Biography
Marion Dane Bauer is a Newbery Honor winner who has written more than seventy children's books. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit her website at www.mariondanebauer.com.
C. B. Canga is the illustrator of the Field Trip Mysteries. He lives in Pleasant Hill, California.
Number of Pages: 40
Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.8 x 5.9 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: June 18, 2013
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Celebrating Florida
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.1
Point Value: 0.5
