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 Virginia accomplish this task.
1. Virginia - America the Beautiful Series
From the America the Beautiful series, Virginia features full color photographs, maps, fast facts and is fully indexed. 144 pages, grades 4-8.
2. Virginia - 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 Virginia. Features colorful photos, easy-to-read text, and fascinating facts sidebars. 84 pages, grades 3-6.3. Virginia - From Sea to Shining Sea Series
Virginia, 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)4. Virginia 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 3-5.5. Virginia - 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 3-12.6. State Shapes: Virginia
Presents the history, important people, and famous places of the Old Dominion state, as well as miscellaneous facts about Virginia today.7. The Thirteen Colonies - Virginia
The Jamestown settlers came to Virginia looking not for religious freedom but for financial gain. They were unsuccessful until one Jamestown resident planted a few tobacco seeds, setting the course for Virginia history. The rich and fascinating story of colonial Virginia is an integral component of American history.8. Virginia - 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 the state. Back-of-the-book sections include a listing of famous citizens of the state and a time line of historical events.