Where Is Kentucky?

Written by Tracy Vonder Brink and Who HQ · Illustrated by Ted Hammond

Part of the Who HQ: The 50 States series

Gold vaults, horse races and the world's longest cave are all in this state.

56 pages· ~1000L

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Bookroo's summary

Explore Kentucky's history, geography and culture, from Fort Knox to the Kentucky Derby and the world's longest cave system. Readers meet the man who started Kentucky Fried Chicken, learn the history of the "Happy Birthday" song and the Louisville Slugger, and discover bluegrass music and the plant that shares its name. Timelines, illustrations and an At a Glance fact section complete the portrait.

From the publisher

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Kentucky in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Kentucky? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you’re proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination. Visit famous landmarks like Fort Knox. Meet people like the man who started Kentucky Fried Chicken. Read about the history of the “Happy Birthday” song and the invention of the Louisville Slugger. Fans of sports, nature, and unique facts will all find something to love about the home of the Kentucky Derby and the world’s longest cave system. Not to mention Kentucky bluegrass music and the plant that shares its name! Including timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and a fact-filled “At a Glance” section, this book has everything you need to know about the heritage, development, and present day of Kentucky.

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