Alabama (America the Beautiful Second Series)

Year 1999
Pages 144

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Summary

Lucile Davis presents a 144-page, kid-friendly overview of Alabama’s landscapes, landmarks, and cultural highlights in the America the Beautiful Second Series, published by Scholastic Library Pub in 1999.

Why this book now

Useful for classrooms and libraries seeking a clear, dated reference on Alabama from a reputable children's publisher.

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A compact, illustrated introduction to Alabama’s people, places, and history for young readers and classroom use.

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Quick Easy to move through

At 144 pages, this is a brief, classroom-friendly read suitable for one sitting or lesson-based use.

What stands out here

This 1999 Scholastic Library Pub edition is framed for young readers as part of the America the Beautiful Second Series.

Best way to approach it

Use it as a reference or read chapter-by-chapter in class; pair with maps and primary-source materials for discussion.

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