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What's Great about Connecticut?
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What's so great about Connecticut? Readers will build skills to identify and summarize the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Constitution State. We'll explore Connecticut's fun-filled museums, amazing state parks, beautiful coastlines, and rich history. The Connecticut by Map feature helps students locate all the places covered in the book. A special section provides key state details such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Connecticut.
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Rebecca Rissman
Rebecca Rissman has written more than 200 children's books about history, culture, science, and art. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and daughter, and enjoys hiking, yoga, and cooking.
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