Florida Made

Florida Made
Author: George S. LeMieux
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2018-04-09
Genre: History
ISBN: 1439665370

Once considered just an insect-ridden swampland, Florida is now a top destination for tourism, business, agriculture and innovation thanks to these 25 individuals. Florida is in many ways both the oldest and newest of the megastates. The ideas and actions of a colorful cast of characters - from beloved cultural icons to political heroes and even a socialist dictator - transformed the peninsula. A Barbados native rescued Florida's orange industry after the catastrophic 1835 freeze. Known as the "Grande Dame of the Everglades," Marjory Stoneman Douglas worked tirelessly to save the state's vast, incomparable wetlands from annihilation in the early twentieth century. In the mid-1800s, a Florida doctor developed a precursor to modern air conditioning. Join former U.S. senator George LeMieux and journalist Laura Mize as they profile and rank, according to impact, the 25 trailblazers who have changed the Sunshine State forever.

My Florida Facts

My Florida Facts
Author: Annie P. Johnson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2009-11-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1561648809

In which year did Florida become a state? Can you name the states that border Florida? Do you know how many counties are in Florida? How do you make a Key lime pie? These and many other facts are revealed in this kid-friendly book that makes learning fun by singing along with the My Florida Facts song, included on a CD. Research continues to prove that adding music and rhythm facilitates learning. Kids just say, "It's fun!"

State Facts for Fun! Florida

State Facts for Fun! Florida
Author: Wyatt Michaels
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2012-11-19
Genre: History
ISBN: 1630228524

How much do you know about The United State of America's most "flowery" state (over 3,000 different varieties to be close to exact)? Are you able to name what city in Florida is known as the "Venice of America"? Or what well-known drink was developed at the University of Florida? How about what breed is the state horse of Florida? Florida is one of American's favorite states to visit during the winter, and comes with its own amazing history. Because of its varied and appealing features and popularity (millions of people visit the state every year); Florida has had its fair share of unique individuals and events coming from within its borders. But how many of them do you know about? State Facts for Fun! Florida is an educational and entertaining experience for the whole family. Kids will love the humor and pictures that are contained within this book; while parents will love that their children are learning (and enjoying every minute of it). Kids will learn fascinating facts from subjects like history and geography, and will remember them well because of the book's game like format.