agricultural exhibitions

"This title explores the ways state fairs were established, how they evolved and expanded, and how state fairs became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of state fairs." - from publisher website.

The country fair is only a month away when Vincent Van Goat eats all of Poppy's potentially prize winning cucumbers, and because there is not enough time to grow more, Poppy has to come up with a vegetable that will grow quickly (and can be protected from a greedy goat). Includes discussion questions, and tips for growing vegetables.

When a group of alpacas goes missing right before the alpaca costume contest at the Maine State Fair, Abbi, her dog, Barkley, and her friends must sniff out this mystery.

When a group of alpacas goes missing right before the alpaca costume contest at the Maine State Fair, Abbi, her dog, Barkley, and her friends must sniff out this mystery.

Archival photographs explore the history of the Erie County Fair in Erie County, New York.

Text and illustrations look at the games, foods, animals, and events that can be found at a county fair.

Twelve-year-old Libby, the daughter of an Indiana cattle farmer, raises two calves in hopes of winning the annual steer competition at the county fair, but fails to follow her father's warning about developing a bond with animals that are destined to be sold at auction.

Little Critter describes some of the things he can see and do at the country fair.

Fourth-grader Katie is eager to see the farm animals at the county fair until the magic wind arrives--twice--and puts a crazy spin on all her plans.

The state fair is in town, and now Bink and Gollie--utter opposites and best friends extraordinaire--must use teamwork while navigating its many wonders.