Where Is Illinois? (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798217051465)

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.

Author: Tracy Vonder Brink, Who Hq
ISBN-13: 9798217051465
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Language: English
Published: 11/04/2025
Pages: 56
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.17lbs
Size: 7.63h x 5.44w x 0.09d