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    Minnesota

    By Amy Rechner

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    “The Land of 10,000 Lakes” is a modest nickname for Minnesota, where closer to 12,000 lakes dot the land. The lakes play a major role in the recreational activities of the state. What is more, Lake Itasca in the north is famous for being the source of the mighty Mississippi! Explore Minnesota in this book for young learners.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBellwether Media
    Release dateAug 1, 2013
    ISBN9781612118185
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    Minnesota
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    Amy Rechner

    Amy Rechner is the author of more than 30 nonfiction books for children. She loves to do research and learn about new things and places. Amy lives in Chicago’s western suburbs with her husband, daughter, and Nellie the Atomic Cat.

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