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 Connecticut accomplish this task.
1. Connecticut - America the Beautiful Series
From the American the Beautiful series, Connecticut features full color photographs, maps, fast facts and is fully indexed. 144 pages, grades 4-8.
2. Connecticut - 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 Connecticut. Features colorful photos, easy-to-read text, and fascinating facts sidebars. 84 pages, grades 3-6.3. Connecticut - From Sea to Shining Sea Series
Connecticut, 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. Connecticut 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. Connecticut - 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. The Thirteen Colonies - Connecticut
The colony of Connecticut was founded by religious dissenters from England and Massachusetts - the Puritans. Learn how the experiences of the Connecticut colonists led to their becoming early leaders in the fight for American independence.