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Dive into the history, culture, and heritage of the state of Missouri with Who HQ! Learn about everything from the many fountains of Kansas City to the famous St. Louis Gateway Arch in this illustrated book for young readers.
From the creators of the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series comes a new collection of books all about the fifty states!
Are you familiar with the state animal, the Missouri mule? Did you know the 18th & Vine district of Kansas City is an important part of jazz music history? Or that the man behind the landmark Dred Scott case was from Missouri? This book explores the state's rich history and culture, from the legendary inventor who was born there, George Washington Carver, to the Pony Express. Annette Whipple celebrates curiosity and inspires others to live in wonder. She is the author of many fact-filled children's books, including The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion: A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide (Chicago Review Press) and Chomp! The Truth About Sharks (Reycraft Books). When Annette's not reading or writing, you might find her baking for her family or exploring a park near her home in Pennsylvania. Get to know her at AnnetteWhipple.com.
Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.
From the creators of the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series comes a new collection of books all about the fifty states!
Are you familiar with the state animal, the Missouri mule? Did you know the 18th & Vine district of Kansas City is an important part of jazz music history? Or that the man behind the landmark Dred Scott case was from Missouri? This book explores the state's rich history and culture, from the legendary inventor who was born there, George Washington Carver, to the Pony Express. Annette Whipple celebrates curiosity and inspires others to live in wonder. She is the author of many fact-filled children's books, including The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion: A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide (Chicago Review Press) and Chomp! The Truth About Sharks (Reycraft Books). When Annette's not reading or writing, you might find her baking for her family or exploring a park near her home in Pennsylvania. Get to know her at AnnetteWhipple.com.
Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.
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