The facts and figures in this guide are taken from the original report, and intends "to distill important and interesting information discussed in greater detail" in the report.

Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Ohio to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.