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Weird But True! Usa: Expanded Edition: 350 Fascinating Facts about the Fifty States

by National Geographic Kids

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Unusual facts from across the United States

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Unusual facts from across the United States

This expanded edition gathers 350 curiosities about the states and territories, with 50 new facts marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Its subjects range from a floating post office in Michigan to a centuries-overdue library book and the magnetic ink used on U.S. paper money. The collection spans people, places, events, food, and other details of American life, offering a fact-led tour of the country’s more unexpected corners.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

Children ages 9–12 interested in U.S. geography and trivia
Young readers who enjoy short facts about unusual places, events, and customs
Families seeking a book of American curiosities to browse together

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American states and territoriesGeography and local curiositiesHistory and cultural trivia

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Book overview

It's weird. It's true. And now, it's red, white, and blue! Explore the wonderfully wacky side of the United States of America in Weird But True! style--updated with 50 new facts to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!

Did you know that there is a floating post office in Michigan? Or that a library book checked out by George Washington was returned to a New York City library 221 years late? Maybe you'd be amazed to discover that the ink used to print U.S. paper money is magnetic? In this latest book in the Weird But True! series, you'll encounter all kinds of bizarre people, places, events, and things that make our country unique.

This all-American Weird But True! is sure to entertain at Fourth of July barbecues, Team USA watch parties, America 250 celebrations and all year round--just don't pass the potato candy, which was a truly weird treat during colonial times.

Get ready to explore wonders, facts, stats, tidbits, and trivia about America's 50 states and territories!

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