Books in The States series

A 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (National Council for the Social Studies-Children's Book Council)In 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps, explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming and the nation’s capital to discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, cities, nature, and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. You'll also get an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents. Ghost towns, swamp tours, the center of the universe…bacon donuts, brainy berries, salmon jerky…The French Fry King, The Mother of Oregon, The Queen of Blues…be inspired by the inventiveness, beauty, and diversity of the United States in this curious collection of fact-filled maps. On each wonderful map, find:A welcome box with a short introduction to the stateKey facts, including the capital; state bird, flower, and tree; and statehood orderState icons celebrating the state’s people, places, and historySix inspiring people who have a connection to the stateRegion spotlight bubbles to allow you to discover more about one particular placeA moments to remember box with a list of significant dates and their events in the state’s historyEach state’s map also contains information about which states it neighbors, its bodies of water and borders, as well as where it is situated in the country. Did you know that while Hawaii shares its border with no one, both Missouri and Tennessee border eight other states? Many state parks, battlefields, national forests, and reservations are also included to inspire you to respect and explore the great outdoors. So pack your bags and say later ‘gator…the great States await!

Pack your bags and take the journey of a lifetime with this fun-filled activity book packed with maps, wildlife, people and places unique to America’s 50 states. In this summer companion to the popular smash-hit The 50 States, you can enjoy state trivia, picture scrambles, dot-to-dots, plus a double-sided fold-out map and more than 50 stickers included in this activity book like no other! Perfect for any long journeys – whether you're travelling the 50 states or not!

Pack your bags and take the journey of a lifetime with this fun-filled activity book packed with maps, wildlife, people and places unique to America’s 50 states. In this summer companion title to the popular smash-hit The 50 States, you can celebrate the people, places and food of the U.S.A in an activity book like no other! From Animals and Things that Go to People and Places and Festivals and Cultural events, this is a fact-filled celebration of the United States of America, which includes a make-your-own puzzle of the 50 states on the final spread. Perfect for any long journeys – whether you're travelling the 50 states or not!

Welcome explorers, investigators, and lovers of knowledge! Be inspired by the diversity and inventiveness of the United States with this charming matching game featuring the people, animals, foods, inventions, and landmarks that symbolize the unique heritage of each American state. From the wild ponies of Maryland’s Assateague Island to the Arizona birthplace of Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Supreme Court, kids will love learning about the 50 states from coast to coast. From Rock Point’s much-loved 50 States series, The 50 States Matching Game is perfect for toddlers developing new vocabulary, as well as for older kids learning about the history, people, and culture of the United States of America. Find out which states hold:The birthplace of Rosa Parks and the bus boycotts that served as a turning point in the fight for equality.The location of Fallingwater, the famous house built by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.More than 40 varieties of peaches.The home of the world’s most active volcano.The birthplace of Sacajawea, guide for Lewis and Clark.The place where the first commercially successful typewriter was invented.The matching game includes:102 matching cards (51 pairs) covering each of the 50 states plus Washington, DC.9 x 9 learning card that gives a fun fact about the image featured on the state matching card, plus the date and order of statehood.Celebrate, explore, and enjoy the 50 states with The 50 States Matching Game.

Explore skyscraper streets, museum miles, local food trucks and city parks of the United States of America and discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, culture, and diversity that have helped make America what it is today. From Anchorage to Washington D.C., take a trip through America’s well-loved cities with this unique A-Z like no other, lavishly illustrated and annotated with key cultural icons, from famous people and inventions to events, food and monuments.

Be brave and set your spirit free on an exciting journey across the U.S. of A, taking in 50 incredible adventures! From the award-winning author of National Parks of the USA, Kate Siber, this stunning book showcases an amazing adventure activity to try in every single state.50 Adventures in the 50 States features gripping outdoors activities, vividly illustrated and described alongside fascinating facts about the nature and geography of each activity location – the very best the U.S.A. has to offer budding young adventurers!Walk on an active glacier in Alaska; climb the highest peak in the Northeast in New Hampshire; horseback ride through ancient canyons with a Navajo guide in Arizona and surf the iconic Venice Beach in California. Each adventure is illustrated with a beautiful, poster-worthy image, with pull-out facts about how the adventure activity is accomplished and key information about the area’s natural and cultural highlights. Activities range from the high-octane, such as wind surfing the Gulf Coast in Texas or canyoneering in Utah, to the magical and inspiring, such as soaking in natural hot springs in Idaho, stargazing from a train in Nevada and witnessing the synchronous firefly displays in Georgia. This books is to be pored over and treasured by aspiring adventurers – be they children or adults!Also available from the 50 States series: The 50 States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A., The 50 States: Activity Book, The 50 States: Fun Facts, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, and I Spy the 50 States.

50 Maps of the World is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any young travel lover, map maestro, or geography genius. Spanning the world from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, discover all you need to know about some of the most awesome places on Earth.Geography, history, and culture spill from the pages in this luxuriously illustrated treasure trove of travel knowledge. Each two-page spread is dedicated to a different country, providing both quick-fire facts and the chance to delve deeper into what makes every nation unique. Natural wonders, bustling metropolises, storied pasts, and cultural icons are all presented in expert detail by experienced explorers Ben Handicott and Kalya Ryan, alongside Sol Linero’s eye-popping artwork. Meet our earliest ancestors in Ethiopia, marvel at Machu Picchu in Peru, and visit the floating villages of Cambodia in this colorful guide to 50 fascinating countries.Each spread includes dozens of spotlighted locations, a timeline of the nation’s history, and introductions to the people who have helped shape it.With the expertise of Ben Handicott (Hello Atlas, Atlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World) and Kalya Ryan, alongside the stunning illustrations of Sol Linero (The 50 States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A.), experience the diversity of our world like never before.50 Maps of the Worldreimagines what maps can be, providing not just a geographical fact fest but a vivid insight into the history, culture, and wildlife that shape our living world. It is the perfect gift for young globetrotters and armchair travelers alike.Also available from the 50 States series: The 50 States, The 50 States: Activity Book, The 50 States: Fun Facts, 50 Cities of the U.S.A., 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, and I Spy the 50 States.

The ideal companion to the 50 States Memory game, this delightful collection is a great way to stimulate learning and explore the fun-filled facts of the 50 states! The colorful illustrations make this a seamless teaching tool to encourage young minds to explore the history, people, and culture of the United States of America. The 50 7 × 9 flashcards come in a sturdy storage box and are printed on heavy laminated card-stock for display and play. Each card features the outline of a state and its state flag on one side, and a list of facts, questions and answers on the other. Discover quirky facts, famous faces, big cities, and more. The 50 States - Flashcards is a fun and interactive way for children to learn about each of the nation’s 50 states. Special attention is paid to the inventiveness, beauty, and diversity of the United States, so that your child will be able to enjoy uncovering each card.