Missouri: Iced Tea, Earthquakes, and Parachuting
- ISBN-10
- ISBN-13
- 9798634124971
- Series
- Missouri
- Pages
- 96
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020-01-10
- Author
- Chelsea Falin
Description
Think you know your states? THINK AGAIN! Did you know that iced tea was invented in Missouri? Or how about that the deadliest tornado AND the deadliest earthquake in US history took place in Missouri? Or that the first parachute jump from a moving plane occurred in Missouri? If you want to find out more interesting, little known, well known, strange, or unusual facts about Montana, this book is a must read! Sections include: *General State Facts *Facts By City *Sports *Animals *Strange News *Infamous Crimes *Natural Disasters *Most Popular Baby Names by Birth Year *Population & Growth By Decade *Famous Missourians By Birth Everything you'd ever want to know about Missouri, and so much more! Want to learn about other states? Make sure you check out the other 'Think You Know Your States?' books! States currently covered include Florida, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Maryland, Arizona, Idaho, Mississippi, South Dakota, Indiana, and Montana! (Book contains mildly violent subject matter in certain sections. Recommended for ages 10+, but is great for all ages with parental assistance and guidance)
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