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As Drew Dragonfly and Garrett Goldfinch fly across the state on a treasure hunt, new friends introduce some of the state of Washington's wildlife, geography, attractions, history, and culture. The narrative incorporates state symbols, history, and geography. Factual sidebars, full-color photographs, and state-appropriate recipes support each title. The book ends with state facts at a glance, a reading comprehension quiz, and a map with more things...

Provides a portrait of the Columbia River, its geographical features and wildlife, its people and communities, and its trade and industry.

Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Evergreen State! We'll explore Washington's scenic coasts, lush parks, iconic landmarks, and rich history. The Washington by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Washington.

Prior to the onslaught of the Europeans, the Puget Sound Native Americans who lived there enjoyed a bounty of seafood, waterfowl, and berries, which they expertly collected and preserved. Detailing the associated culture, technologies, and techniques, Vine Deloria Jr. explains in depth this veritable paradise and its ultimate demise.

Baseball has been America's pastime for more than a century. Today's game is played under the lights in massive stadiums, but much about the game remains unchanged since the American League and National League champions played the first World Series in 1903. For years, fans have shared stories of their favorite plays, the amazing records, and the memorable seasons in baseball history. Inside MLB brings those memories to life. From pennant races to...

A history of Washington with information about the role of ethnic minorities and women in the historical development of the state.

Describes an archaeological dig at Ozette, Washington, on the site of a Makah Indian village inhabited for at least 2,000 years.

A Tsimshian Indian boy proudly describes how his father carved a totem pole for the Klallam tribe and the subsequent ceremonial celebration.

An overview of the natural history of the Pacific Crest Trail and of historical events related to the route, an imaginary hike up the trail, and a description of what can be seen and experienced along the way.

Readers will learn about Washington state by visiting with Mr. Geo as he goes to Olympic National Park, Seattle, Mount St. Helens, Fort Vancouver, and more.