Uncle Rebus

Each puzzle combines drawings with letters or words that young readers must read together to reach a fact about a U.S. state. The answers cover the state's population, how many counties it has, and its official flower, bird, and tree, along with its nickname, notable people, and places. Children also get the chance to design rebuses of their own.

The book is meant for readers in grades two through four and pairs well with My First Book About Alabama. A free teacher's guide offers specific suggestions and step-by-step instructions for making the most of the book in class.