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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...

An introduction to the geography, history, government, politics, economy, resources, people, and culture of Washington, including maps, charts, and a recipe.

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.

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

Presents basic information about Washington, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.

Examines the history, culture, changing fortunes, and current situation of the various groups of Indians living in the Pacific Northwest.

When Russell Wilson played for the University of Wisconsin, many people thought he was too short to be a starting quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). But he proved these doubters wrong. This Seattle Seahawks quarterback led his team to victory in his very first season, winning the 2014 Super Bowl. Football fans cheer his passing power and leadership skills.

An account of the 1804-1805 journey with colorful, action-filled pictures, and a text drawn from the actual journals and letters written by Lewis and Clark and members of the expedition.

An account of how and why Mount St. Helens erupted in May 1980 and the destruction it caused, and a discussion of the return of life to that area.