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The Scrambled States Of America

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Color illustration. Animated figure in the shape of Illinois looking down and holding a corded phone up to one ear. Caption. No, the S is silent.

Disenchanted with their fixed locations on the map, the States decide to swap places, hoping to see another part of the country and do something different for a change. They're all initially happier, but soon become disgruntled. Animated version based on the award-winning book by Laurie Keller.

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Runtime: 15 minutes 5 seconds

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