A while back Lauren reviewed The Scrambled States of America by Laurie Keller (and she liked it so much she included it on our list of 5 Star Reads). When MacMillan Audio offered me a preview of their new book and audiobook set, I knew that my map-loving son and I would have to take a look.
The Scrambled States of America audiobook is a perfect way to enjoy this silly, creative, and informative book. There’s a LOT going on on each page, which is exactly the kind of book that both of my kids (ages 5 and 11) enjoy when I read it to them, but it’s also the kind of book that I have to be in the right mood to read aloud.
That’s where the audiobook version is perfect. Readers Lorelei King and Oliver Wyman employ different voices so that each of the states are easily differentiated. If you are familiar with the book, the little postcards at the back flap of the book are even included in this taped version. Because of the style that the book is written, it works best to use the book while following along with the audio.
The page-turns are prompted with a ding, and the first one even gives a reminder with the ding, “Now it’s time to turn the page.” Kyle kept up easily following along on each page (and chuckling aloud frequently).
Three of you can win this book and audiobook (U.S. residents only). Just leave a comment to enter.
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Audiobooks are great…enter me….
My youngest nephew would like this book 🙂
This looks like a great book.
Please enter me. I would love to win this as it would also be of use in the classroom.
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Christine
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I think the Daycare Kiddos would love this great book.
Thanks for the chance
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As a grandmother, I’d love to use this book!
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My daughter and I love audiobooks – we would love to win these! Thanks for the opportunity!
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What a neat book!
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What a great way for the kids to learn about our great country.
I’ve seen the game at a friend’s house and would love the book!
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My daughter would love this, thanks for the chance!
My students would love this book and audiobook set.
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This is a new one to me but I like the idea. Audio books for kids!
How do you find such clever books! This is right up my nephew’s alley. Thanks
I would love to win this for my little grandson. Thanks for the giveaway.
We all love audio books….great for traveling.
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My daughter would love this!
Sounds like a great book that is interactive, educational, and still fun. Thanks so much!
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Sounds like a fantastic book for smaller kids.
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This would be perfect for my nephew!
Perfect way to introduce the states to our kids.
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I drive a lot so I love audio books. Thanks for the chance
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Thank you for the AWESOME GIVEAWAY.. Please count me in 🙂
my kids would really enjoy this! thanks for the giveaway.
This would be great (and educational) for my kids, and I suspect I would enjoy reading it with them a lot 🙂
Neat book; Great review!!
This looks like a fun book
lol states are fun
Another great prize 🙂