The Scrambled States of America by Laurie Keller is a fun way to help your child start learning United States geography and basic facts about the states. The zaniness begins when Kansas decides he is tired of being stuck in the middle of the country and not getting to meet other states and see other parts of the country. So he and some nearby states decide to throw a party where they can all meet each other. From there, they decide to switch places so everyone can experience something new and meet new people. In the end, they all return to their original homes, but with new memories, friends, and appreciation of why each "place" is specially suited for each one.
Each page tells the main story but also has several little blurbs that can either be read or skipped over (though I enjoyed them tremendously, a young child might become impatient or not understand the jokes).
We recently checked out the sequel where the scrambled states put on a talent show, and it was another fun read.
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