Tornadoes move at speeds of up to 300 miles per hour. They can be deadly. On May 22, 2011, one such tornado touched down near the town of Joplin, Missouri. Readers will learn the details of the event and its aftermath in this hi/lo title. Special features such as a map and a scale, help readers to understand exactly how devastating the Joplin tornado was.

North Carolina has come far from its tobacco farming roots! Today, the sandy beaches of the Outer Banks welcome tourists, while Research Triangle Park is a center for technology. Students can learn about all of this and more in this informative title. Features take readers through the history of the state, highlight famous inventions, and map out the landscape. There is a lot to learn about North Carolina in this fact-filled title!

Colorado is famous for its towering Rocky Mountains, but it is also home to booming industries, tasty foods, and fun festivals! Readers can learn about all these and more in this fact-filled title. Engaging infographics introduce native groups from the area, highlight inventions from the state, map out the land, and profile a favorite animal. Check out Colorful Colorado with this fun read!

Get ready for a taste of America's Dairyland! In this fact-filled title, readers can discover what makes Wisconsin great, from its booming dairy industry to its beautiful natural areas. Features map out the state's important cities and landforms, examine historical events, highlight inventions from the state, and introduce a native animal. Take a trip to Wisconsin with this fact-filled title!

From Graceland to the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee has a lot of interesting places to explore! Readers can take a trip through this long state to learn about its culture, people, wildlife, history, and industries. Features include maps of important cities and landforms, a timeline of important historical events, a profile of a favorite animal, and a recipe for readers to try out on their own. Find out about all that Tennessee has to offer with...