Where Is Illinois?
Where Is Illinois? by Tracy Vonder Brink is an illustrated exploration of the history, culture, and heritage of Illinois, published by Penguin Group on November 4, 2025. This 56-page book is designed for young readers and delves into various aspects of the state, including its musical origins in blues, gospel, and jazz, as well as significant historical events like the Chicago World’s Fair.
Readers will discover intriguing facts about Illinois, such as its role in ratifying the Thirteenth Amendment and the unique phenomenon of the Chicago River flowing backwards. The book also covers the Cahokia region, early French settlers, and notable events like the Great Chicago Fire. This engaging resource presents a comprehensive look at Illinois, making it suitable for those interested in juvenile nonfiction, history, and local culture.
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Dive into the history, culture, and heritage of the state of Illinois with Who HQ! Learn about everything from the origins of the blues, gospel, and jazz to the history of the Chicago World’s Fair 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!
Did you know Illinois was the first state to ratify the Thirteenth Amendment? Are you aware that the Chicago River flows backwards? Or that the state is home to President Barack Obama? Including information on the Cahokia region and early French settlers, this book on Illinois history and culture will engage all readers, from the story of why the northern border of Illinois was altered twice to the deadly Great Chicago Fire.
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