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Top 6 Vermont History and Activity Books

By Beverly Hernandez, About.com

Children all over America are required to study the history and geography of their state, usually in the 4th grade. Here are books to help homeschoolers of Vermont accomplish this task.

1. Vermont - Hello U.S.A. Series

From the 'Hello U.S.A.' series, this book takes you on a tour of the history, geography, people, economy, and environment of Vermont. Features colorful photos, easy-to-read text, and fascinating facts sidebars. 84 pages, grades 3-6.
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2. Vermont - From Sea to Shining Sea Series

Vermont, part of the 'From Sea to Shining Sea' series discusses the geography, history, industries, and famous people. Features full color photographs, 64 pages. (for grades 3-5)

3. Vermont Facts and Symbols

"Jam-packed with information, these books are an ideal resource for report writing and teaching. Fast Facts highlight each state's capital city, largest city, physical size, population, natural resources, and primary manufactured goods." 24 pages, grades 3-5.
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4. Vermont - Portrait of America Series

If you want an in-depth portrait of a state, you have to look beyond the basic facts. Portrait of America fills in the facts of history, economy, and culture with vignettes of individual residents, special events, and featured industries. 48 pages, grades 3-12.
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5. M Is for Maple Syrup

A Vermont alphabet book that is filled with colorful illustrations, rhymes and fun Vermont state facts.
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6. Vermont - One Nation Series

Each book in the 'One Nation' Series discusses the state flag and symbols, statistics, history, land features, population makeup, historic landmarks, economy, and fascinating sites of a state. Back-of-the-book sections include a listing of famous citizens of the state and a time line of historical events.
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