Includes bibliographical references (page 46) and index. Fields, forests, and prairies: Which plants and animals live in Illinois? -- The law of the land: Who makes the laws in Illinois? -- The big truth! -- State symbols: Which plants, animals, and other symbols were picked to represent the Land of Lincoln? -- Then and now: When did people first settle in the land that is now Illinois?? -- Local flavor: What sets Illinois apart from other states? -- True statistics. "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Illinois."--Provided by publisher. 7-102-5

1. Illinois -- Juvenile literature.; 2. Illinois -- History -- Juvenile literature.; 3. Great Lakes Region (North America) -- Juvenile literature.;