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Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming with these 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps! Includes an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents.Discover more than 2,000 facts about the people, cities, nature and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. Ghost towns, swamp tours, the centre 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 weird and 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 neighbours, 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 explore the great outdoors.So pack your bags and say later ‘gator… the great States await! The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available in this series:50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.

Take young explorers on a breathtaking tour of America’s great outdoors with this updated, deluxe edition of the bestselling, award-winning National Parks of the USA. Published to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, this must-have updated edition – featuring four new national parks and a spectacular four-page fold-out of the Grand Canyon – is the best way to experience the national parks for yourself, wherever you are in the world. Divided into seven regional chapters, this book includes all 60+ national parks, from Acadia to Zion. Bask in the glory of their natural beauty with: Fascinating four-page fact files for 25 parks that give young readers the need-to-know info on the history, wildlife, adventure sports and natural phenomena that the parks are home to. Chris Turnham’s timeless postcard-perfect artwork, bringing the parks to life on each page. NEW features on four national parks: Zion, Indiana Dunes, White Sands, and New River Gorge. NEW gatefold showing the Grand Canyon in all its glory, which opens up into an eye-popping panoramic illustration. With more to explore than ever before, there’s never been a better time to embark on this adventure and get to know the National Parks of the USA! The highlighted parks include: Acadia, Badlands, Big Bend, Biscayne, Bryce Canyon, Channel Islands, Death Valley, Denali, Everglades, Glacier, Glacier Bay, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Hawaii Volcanoes, Indiana Dunes, Isle Royale, Mesa Verde, New River Gorge, Olympic, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Virgin Islands, White Sands, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion. Continue your exploration of the National Parks with: National Parks of the USA: A Jigsaw Puzzle, National Parks of the USA Bingo, National Parks of the USA Journal, National Parks of the USA: Activity Book, National Monuments of the USA, and National Monuments of the USA: Activity Book.

A state-by-state compendium of weird laws, quirks, one-offs and unusual records only to be found in the wonderfully wacky US of A. Only in America explores the strangest claims to fame and the most unusual place names every state has to offer. Visit the city of Dinosaur, drop by the Pizza Museum, find out where it is illegal to feed a pig without a permit and check out the world’s only ‘carhenge’ (that’s right, Stonehenge reconstructed using cars). Among many other marvels, discover: The longest gum wrapper chain (over 32 kilometers!)Which state has the highest ratio of cows to humans in the countryThe origin of shoo-fly pie, a molasses cake baked in a pie crustThe world’s largest (fake) bug, a 16.5-meter blue termiteWhere ‘dinner’ means lunch and ‘supper’ means dinnerIllustrated by the brilliant Alan Berry-Rhys in a bold graphic art style that evokes vintage Americana, the book is arranged state by state, giving key facts about each and presenting an alternative and hilarious look at quirky phenomena that are truly only in America.The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States.

Travel through America’s incredible history and amazing wild places, visiting the National Monuments that celebrate the most iconic and majestic landscapes and locations in the USA.Packed with maps and fascinating facts about the history, architecture, flora, and fauna in some of the most visited National Monuments in the United States, this gorgeously illustrated book showcases the nation’s most historically important and amazing places.  Marvel at some of the world’s most famous landmarks, such as the Statue of Liberty.Discover lesser-known but just as breathtaking sites such as the Aniakchak volcano caldera.Read about geological wonders like the John Day Fossil Beds.Learn about places of solemn historical significance, such as the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.Divided into eight chapters covering the breadth of the US, pictographic maps locate each of the monuments explored, while double-page, poster-worthy scenes convey the beauty of the areas featured.Monuments covered include Statue of Liberty, Stonewall, Katahdin, the National Mall, Forts of the East, Jewel Cave, Pipestone, Pullman, Grand-Staircase Escalante, Chiricahua National Monument, Bandelier National Monument, Rainbow Bridge, the Dinosaur National Monument, Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, Colorado National Monument, the Devil’s Tower, Muir Woods, Golden Gate Bridge, Tule Lake, Mount St. Helens, John Day Fossil Beds, Admiralty Island, the Misty Fjords, Aniakchak, Papahānaumokuākea, Marianas Trench, Rose Atoll, and more!Spot artworks and captions give important historical context for the memorial sites, as well as scientific information about the animals and plants found in the precious natural habitats.The perfect armchair escapism for adventure-hungry kids, readers will marvel at the fantastic sights to be seen throughout the United States of America.Brimming with facts, activities, and beautiful illustrations, the National Parks of the USA series of books immerses young people in the wonders of America’s outdoors. Learn about the wonderful wildlife, stunning scenery, and rare plants that inhabit these precious outdoor spaces. Celebrate these beautiful and rare locations, and be awed by the diversity and grandeur of the national parks’ living landscapes.Also in the series: National Parks of the USA and National Parks of the USA Postcards.

Only in Texas encourages readers to explore the highlights of the Lone Star State with this collectable title, filled with stunning sights, amazing facts and beautiful illustrations.*2024 June Franklin Naylor Award Winner*Feel that Texas pride with the second in a new state-by-state series. Only in Texas! showcases all that is great about the Lone Star State, from its big cities to the stunning natural beauty of its great deserts and the rich culture and history of the second-largest state in the U.S.A!The book takes readers on a trip to all the highlights of the great state... keeping it weird in Austin, reaching for the stars in Houston, and feeling history come alive in San Antonio. A timeline reveals this historic border state's rich and varied history, and accessible and informative text brings this whistlestop tour to life, transporting young readers on a wild journey.Beautiful landscape illustrations capture the vast natural riches of the Lone Star State, including Big Bend National Park, Rio Grande and South Padre Island, while fact boxes and pull-out spot artworks cover fun Texas facts. Locations also include: Dallas, El Paso, Texas Hill Country, Guadeloupe Mountains, Piney Woods and Galveston, and many, many more!Each book in this state-by state subseries will cover the following areas:Historical facts, events and figures figures, Cultural landmarks, Geology and landscapes, Artistic and cultural traditions, Cuisine, traditional foods and products.Get ready for a whirlwind tour around the great state of Texas in this fun interactive title!The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States.

The next in this state-by-state strand of the best-selling 50 States series, Only in New York explores the most amazing sites, cities, history and natural landscapes of the Empire State.From the roar of Niagara Falls to the tip of Lady Liberty's torch, explore the length and breadth of New York with the help of little-known facts and colourful art. A state map, timelines and spotlight spreads shine a light on the best and most surprising sites, histories, places, people, culture and food this state has to offer.Locations include: New York City, Long Island, Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Catskills and Adirondacks, Syracuse, the Finger Lakes and many more.Discover fun-filled festivals, storied monuments, famous New Yorkers and even inventions you never knew came from the state. It's all here in Only in New York, so start spreadin' the news!Each book in the state-by-state subseries covers the following areas:Weird and wacky stats and factsHistorical timelineLocal sportsMuseums, amusement parks and cultural eventsFood and drinkAnimals and plantsInventionsFun festivalsChangemakers and superstarsQuiz questionsThe 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in Texas, Only in California, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States, as well as a wide range of activity books and gifts.

Explore Florida, the US state known for sea, sand, sun and fun, with this book full of quickfire facts and colourful maps.Glide by gators in the Everglades, ride rollercoasters in Orlando, and move to the music of Miami as you explore this unique and diverse state. You’ll learn why Key lime pie should never be green, how piracy landed on the coast of Florida, and how famous Floridians have changed the world.Each of Florida’s major cities and regions is covered in this comprehensive rundown of the Sunshine State, from Tallahassee to the Treasure Coast. Plus, get a dose of Florida’s fascinating past from a history timeline, and spot your favourite Florida locales on infographic maps.Wildlife, culture, trailblazers, and the quirkier side of Florida are all spotlit on dedicated spreads, with classic symbols of Floridian life in bold colours. Ideal for young readers with a keen interest in the states, Florida is a slice of American culture with something for everyone. And just like Florida, this book has it all!From The 50 States series. These books for young explorers celebrate the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available in this series: 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.

The We Are the United States Activity Book is a trip across a wonderful country through fun puzzles, games, art and other activities designed to celebrate the incredible diversity of the USA.Visit lively festivals, record-breaking monuments and storied places on this fun-packed journey through a unique country. With crosswords, maths conundrums, mazes, creative prompts and so much more, learn and play your way through the U. S. of A. But it's not just the 50 states you'll be passing through: We Are the United States also visits the US's territories for a hands-on look at these vibrant communities. You'll find unbelievable facts, inspiring people and, of course, boredom-busting activities – perfect for readers 7-9 years old.From New York to Guam and California to Puerto Rico, this colourful book showcases the very best of the US: its people!If you love We Are the United States Activity Book, why not check out We Are the United States? Written by Sarosh Arif and Margaux Weston and illustrated by Sol Linero, this stunning infographic guide takes a deep dive into every part of the US to find out how the diverse people and histories of America make it great.

Immerse yourself in the wonder and diversity of America’s great outdoors with 50 true stories inspired by some of its most iconic national parks. This gift treasury collection gathers real-life stories from parks across the USA, including Great Smoky Mountains, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Hawaii Volcanoes, Denali, Everglades, and many, many more. Some tell human tales of triumph, bravery, and feats of endurance and moments of dazzling discovery. Others are tales of remarkable animals, magnificent plants, outstanding natural features. Some explore the past, telling how certain parks came to be and their impacts both good and bad, while others recount recent events such as inspiring stories of conservation and nature and communities bouncing back. Each story is linked to a particular park, telling the tale of an animal or plant, community or individual, or event. These stories grant readers a new way to explore these awe-inspiring places. Stories include:The Amazing Acrobats of Glacier Bay – the humpback whales that perform an incredible ballet-like dance through the chilly waters.The Bransfords of Mammoth Cave – the inspiring tale of a Black American family’s dedication and excellence exploring and guiding people through these vast caves in Kentucky.The perfect accompaniment to bestselling National Parks of the USA, this book is for families and young readers looking to for longer-form, nonfiction stories about America's great national parks. Altogether, the tales within combine to form a celebration of these awe-inspiring, living landscapes. This book is made to be enjoyed and revisited again and again.National Parks included:Denali National ParkBiscayne National ParkGlacier Bay National ParkGreat Sand Dunes National ParkLassen Volcanic National ParkPinnacles Volcanic National ParkLake Clark National ParkKatmai National ParkChannel Islands National ParkSequoia and Kings Canyon National ParkYosemite National ParkRedwood National ParkMount Rainier National ParkCrater Lake National ParkOlympic National ParkNorth Cascades National ParkAmerican Samoa National ParkHawaii Volcanoes National ParkHaleakala National ParkVirgin Islands NationalGlacier National ParkYellowstone National ParkRocky Mountain National ParkGrand Teton National ParkGreat Basin National ParkCapitol Reef National ParkBryce Canyon National ParkZion National ParkDeath Valley National ParkWhite Sands National ParkSaguaro National ParkGrand Canyon National ParkMesa Verde National ParkPetrified Forest National ParkCarlsbad Caverns National ParkArches National ParkTheodore Roosevelt National ParkWind Cave National ParkBadlands National ParkIsle Royale National ParkVoyageurs National ParkCuyahoga National ParkBig Bend National ParkMammoth Cave National ParkGreat Smoky Mountains National ParkShenandoah National ParkCongaree National ParkEverglades National ParkDry Tortugas National ParkAcadia National Park

A bingo game for nature lovers: Screen-free fun for the whole family, with easy-to-learn gameplay for 2–6 players Sturdy gift box contains: 6 double-sided bingo cards, 48 bingo chips, 100 tokens, a cloth bag, and an educational booklet; box size is 22 × 22 × 4 cm / 8.5 × 8.5 × 1.5 in. Celebrate the great outdoors: Perfect for a rainy day, whether you play from the comfort of home, your tent, or wherever your adventures lead Edutainment for ages 6+: Includes a full-color illustrated booklet with educational information on all the creatures, plants, and places featured ​Get ready for a big adventure! Immerse yourself in America’s great outdoors with this captivating bingo game featuring the United States’ awe-inspiring national parks.With this exciting extension of the best-selling National Parks of the USA book series, collect a selection of mind-boggling wonders, from the continent’s biggest peak to a mile-deep canyon, and thundering bison to tiny seahorses.   Every bingo card contains 16 squares (4 × 4), each showing a different vintage-style illustration of a creature, geological feature, plant, or habitat. Connect with nature as you place the tokens, which are uniquely shaped as ringed tree-trunk cross sections. The illustrated booklet offers fascinating facts about each bingo card image so you can learn as you play.  Play until someone completes a line for a short game, or go for an impressive whole-card collection to win—bingo!Discover even more of America’s natural wonders with: National Parks of the USA Jigsaw Puzzle, National Parks of the USA, National Parks of the USA: Activity Book, National Parks of the USA Postcards, and National Monuments of the USA.

The ultimate all-American bingo game: Screen-free family fun with easy-to-learn gameplay for 2–6 players.  Celebrate the 50 States: Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming and celebrate the people, cities, nature and historic events that have helped make America what it is today.  Sturdy gift box contains: 6 double-sided bingo cards, 50 bingo chips, 100 tokens, a cloth bag, and an educational booklet; box size is 22 × 22 × 4 cm / 8.5 × 8.5 × 1.5 in. Edutainment for ages 6+: Includes a full colour illustrated booklet with educational information on all 50 states.  Bingo! Let’s play the latest game in The 50 States series! From palm trees and oranges in the Sunshine State, through the Heart of Dixie, past the Great Lakes, and all the way to Alaska’s last frontier, it’s time to explore! So pack your bags and say later ’gator… the great States await! Every bingo card contains 16 squares (4 × 4), each showing a different, stunning vintage-style illustration of one of America's 50 states. Explore the USA as you place the tokens to mark off each state as it is called out. The illustrated booklet offers fascinating facts about every state and the bingo card images.   Play a complete line for a short game or go for an impressive whole-card collection to win – bingo! Discover even more of the USA with: The 50 States Trivia Game, The 50 States, The 50 States Activity Book, The 50 States Fun Facts and 50 Adventures in the 50 States.

The ultimate all-American trivia game: Screen-free family fun with easy-to-learn gameplay for 2–8 players.Put your speed and knowledge to the test: Explore the key stats that make up every state of the USA, from Alabama to Wyoming.Sturdy gift box contains: 50 state cards each featuring six items of numerical trivia, six category cards, rules booklet and spinner.Edutainment for ages 6+: Will speedy reactions beat expert knowledge? Be first to collect 5 cards to win!Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming in this fast and fun numbers-based trivia game that celebrates the geography of America. With this exciting extension of the best-selling 50 States book series, you’ll go deeper into the key stats behind all 50 states. From palm trees and oranges in the Sunshine State, through the Heart of Dixie, past the Great Lakes, and all the way to Alaska’s last frontier, it’s time to explore! So pack your bags and say later ’gator… the great States await!  Is Vermont bigger than Hawaii? Which is the oldest state? Are the mountains taller in Alaska or California? Which state is the most densely populated? Compare numerical facts about all 50 states and play quickest to win. Speedy guessing is rewarded in this fast-moving family game, so fire right in and learn as you play! Players race to slap their hands on the card they think best fits the chosen category, such as ‘largest population’, for example. When all players have slapped, reveal the cards to discover the correct answer. The winning player keeps their card and chooses the next category. First to grab five correct cards wins! Try the 'relaxed' game variant with younger players and those who prefer to play at a slower pace. Discover even more of the USA with: The 50 States Bingo, The 50 States, The 50 States Activity Book, The 50 States Fun Facts and 50 Adventures in the 50 States.

Discover the most awesome places on Earth. 50 Maps of the World is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any young travel lover, map maestro or geography genius.Geography, history and culture spill from the pages of this luxuriously illustrated treasure trove of travel knowledge for 7-to-10-year-olds. 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 from 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 colourful guide to 50 fascinating countries. It’s a diverse guide that spans from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, and more.Each page 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 for kids can be, providing not just a geographical fact-fest but a vivid insight into the history, culture and wildlife that shape our living world. This is the perfect way for aspiring adventurers to find out more about all the exciting destinations around the world. This is a quirky, dynamic book of atlases that makes a perfect companion for holidays and during trip planning.Originally published in hardback under the title Our Wonderful World (2020).Also in the series: The 50 States, We Are the United States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A., Only in America, and many exciting, fun-filled activity books.

Meet 50 trailblazers who made the United States what it is today in this bright, fact-packed biography book.With one trailblazer from every state, you'll discover how Rosa Parks from Alabama fought for civil rights, how Barack Obama from Hawaii became the USA's first Black president, how Margaret Murie from Alaska pioneered the American environmentalist movement and how Betty Ford from Michigan improved treatment for drug addiction.Each spread features a timeline of the trailblazer's life, key facts about their achievements and how their trailblazing continues today. By honouring people who strove in the areas of equal rights, feminism and environmentalism/conservation, this fact-packed book celebrates what makes America great, then and now.Alabama: Rosa Parks; Alaska: Margaret Murie; Arizona: Cesar Chavez; Arkansas: All-American Redheads; California: Colin Kaepernick; Colorado: Corky Gonzales; Connecticut: Rebecca Lobo; Delaware: Joe Biden; Florida: Emma Gonzalez; Georgia: Jackie Robinson; Hawaii: Barack Obama; Idaho: Marilyn Schuler; Illinois: Betty Friedan; Indiana: Eugene V. Debs; Iowa: Carrie Chapman Catt; Kansas: William Allen White; Kentucky: Muhammad Ali; Louisiana: Norris Henderson; Maine: Dorothea Dix; Maryland: Thurgood Marshall; Massachusetts: W.E.B. DuBois; Michigan: Betty Ford; Minnesota: Maya Moore; Mississippi: Myrlie Evers-Williams; Missouri: Michael Harrington; Montana: Barbara Ehrenreich; Nebraska: Susette La Flesche; Nevada: Velma Bronn Johnson; New Hampshire: Doris Haddock; New Jersey: Paul Robeson; New Mexico: Notah Begay; New York: Margaret Sanger; North Carolina: Jessica McDonald; North Dakota: Dave Archambault; Ohio: LeBron James; Oklahoma: Woody Guthrie; Oregon: Lola Baldwin; Pennsylvania: Rachel Carson; Rhode Island: Marjorie van Vliet; South Carolina: Sarah and Angelina Grimke; South Dakota: Hubert Humphrey; Tennessee: Hattie Caraway; Texas: Lyndon Johnson; Utah: David Nelson; Vermont: Clarina I.H. Nichols; Virginia: Mildred Loving; Washington: Jenny Durkan; West Virginia: Debbie Null; Wisconsin: Robert LaFollette; Wyoming: Harriet Elizabeth ByrdThe perfect book for kids to discover the most amazing achievements in American history. Learn about key social issues including feminism and civil rights. Inspiring, informative and fun, this book can be picked up any time of day for a whistlestop tour of the United States, right from your own home, school or library.The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful.Also available from the series: Only in America, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States.

Go on a thrilling journey across the 50 states of the US of A, with an exciting adventure in each!From the award-winning author of National Parks of the USA, Kate Siber, this stunning book includes an amazing adventure activity to try in every single state. It features gripping outdoor activities, vividly illustrated and described alongside fascinating facts about the nature and geography of each activity location – the very best the USA has to offer budding young adventurers! 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 Tennessee.Wonder at the beauty as you: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 Surf the iconic Venice Beach in California The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Vivid illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to life. Also available in the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Maps of the World and The 50 States.

Take a tour of America's great outdoors and discover the beauty and diversity of its most iconic and majestic national parks.Packed with maps and fascinating facts about the flora and fauna unique to each of the 21 parks portrayed, this lushly illustrated coast-to-coast journey documents in large format the nation’s most magnificent and sacred places – and shows why they should be preserved for future generations to enjoy.Explore Florida's river-laced Everglades, travel down the white water rapids of the Grand Canyon, trek across the deserts of Death Valley and scale the soaring summits of the Rocky Mountains with this book that brings you up close to nature's greatest adventures.Divided by region (East, Central, Rocky Mountains, West, Tropics and Alaska), a pictographic map at the start of each section shows the locations of the parks to be covered. Each park is introduced by a stunning, poster-worthy illustration of one of its scenes and a summary of its makeup, followed by individual illustrations of the animals and plants that make their homes there.Captions provide captivating information about the wildlife. Did you know that Everglades National Park is home to marsh rabbits who paddle through its swamps searching for herbs, flowers and other plants to nibble on? Or that the pronghorn antelopes of Badlands National Park are the continent’s fastest land animals, sprinting up to 60 miles per hour to escape predators like bobcats and coyotes?A 'Can you spot this… ?' page at the back challenges you to find a pictured critter or plant for every letter of the alphabet.The parks include: Acadia, Badlands, Big Bend, Biscayne, Bryce Canyon, Channel Islands, Death Valley, Denali, Everglades, Glacier, Glacier Bay, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Hawaii volcanoes, Isle Royale, Mesa Verde, Olympic, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Virgin Islands, Yellowstone, and Yosemite.A book to be treasured by children and adults alike, National Parks of the USA serves to inspire the adventuring naturalist in all of us.Brimming with facts, activities and beautiful illustrations, the National Parks of the USA series of books immerses young people in the wonders of America’s outdoors. Learn about the wonderful wildlife, stunning scenery and rare plants that inhabit these precious outdoor spaces. Celebrate these beautiful and rare locations, and be awed by the diversity and grandeur of the national parks’ living landscapes.Also in the series: National Parks of the USA: Activity Book and National Parks of the USA Postcards.

Explore this state-by-state compendium of weird laws, quirks, one-offs, and unusual records only to be found in the wonderfully wacky US of A. Only in America explores the strangest claims to fame and the most unusual place names every state has to offer. Visit the city of Dinosaur, drop by the Pizza Museum, find out where it is illegal to feed a pig without a permit, and check out the world’s only “carhenge” (that’s right, Stonehenge reconstructed using cars). Among many other marvels, discover:   The longest gum wrapper chain (over 20 miles!) Which state has the highest ratio of cows to humans in the country The origin of shoo-fly pie, a molasses cake baked in a pie crust The world’s largest (fake) bug, a 58-foot blue termite Where “dinner” means lunch and “supper” means dinner Illustrated by the brilliant Alan Berry-Rhys in a bold graphic art style that evokes vintage Americana, the book is arranged state by state, giving key facts about each and presenting an alternative and hilarious look at quirky phenomena that are truly only in America.The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available from the series:50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Maps of the World, The 50 States, and a wide array of activity books..

Get ready for a record-breaking road trip across the USA! From the world’s biggest bubblegum bubble in Alabama to the planet’s tallest volcanic columns in Wyoming, journey from state to state to uncover an incredible mix of quirky records and outstanding achievements. From the weird to the wonderful (and back again!), these remarkable records span every corner of the country and every kind of curiosity – from natural wonders and historical firsts to sporting triumphs, awe-inspiring individuals and astonishing animals. Inside you’ll discover mind-boggling facts, including: How many surfers can squeeze onto one surfboard Where you can find the world’s sunniest place Who owns the tallest hat ever made Where to meet social media’s most famous cat Which state is home to both the world’s largest pair of scissors AND the biggest dinosaur poo ever found Where the longest pizza ever cooked was made Readers will also explore records that span multiple states, those from US territories and even a few that reach into space! And for aspiring record-setters, there are tips on how to become a record-breaker yourself . . . if you’re up to the challenge.  Written by award-winning author Clive Gifford and packed with bright, funny illustrations by Paul Hammond, this book is bursting with fun, facts and US pride. So, as we mark 250 years of US independence, let’s hear it for the States!

Explore the amazing National Parks with this keepsake journal to document your adventures. With a spread to fill in on 63 National Parks, including parks from each of the 50 States. Fill in the park name, date, weather, places you went, things you saw, favorite moment, and note down things to do next time, as well as adding drawings, pressed flowers or leaves, rubbings, photos and stamps. There is a spread for each national park and a place to add the unique stamp from every park you visit. Use the spotters guides to see if you can find grunting northern elephant seals, fluttering hummingbirds, bounding snowshoe hares and lots of other wonderful creatures.This journal is an ideal keepsake for families to treasure for years to come. Perfect for kids from age 5 and up. Special features:Expandable inner pocket holds notes, mementos, collected leaves or feathers from nature adventures.Colourful elastic closure secures your journal and makes sure nothing special falls out.Durable hardcover binding with rounded corners - ready to withstand adventure.Bonus notes section at the back for extra observations and recordings.

Wonderfully spare, deceptively simple verses pair with richly evocative paintings to celebrate the iconic imagery of America. Each spread shows a stirring tableau, from the view of the Statue of Liberty at Ellis Island, to the great plains, to a spacecraft at Cape Canaveral blasting off. With illustrations paired to each line of the well-known song, and that celebrate America's history, landscape, and people in powerful, stirring and reflective illustration. Non-fiction spreads at the end of the book will explain this history and significance of the song, and why we sing it today as well as more information on some of the places shown in the artwork.O beautiful for spacious skies,For amber waves of grain,For purple mountain majestiesAbove the fruited plain!America! America!God shed His grace on theeAnd crown thy good with brotherhoodFrom sea to shining sea!O beautiful for pilgrim feet,Whose stern, impassioned stressA thoroughfare for freedom beatAcross the wilderness!America! America!God mend thine every flaw,Confirm thy soul in self-control,Thy liberty in law!O beautiful for heroes provedIn liberating strife,Who more than self their country lovedAnd mercy more than life!America! America!May God thy gold refine,Till all success be nobleness,And every gain divine!O beautiful for patriot dreamThat sees beyond the yearsThine alabaster cities gleamUndimmed by human tears!America! America!God shed His grace on theeAnd crown thy good with brotherhoodFrom sea to shining sea!

Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming with these 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps! Includes an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents.Discover more than 2,000 facts about the people, cities, nature and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. 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 our great nation in this curious collection of fact-filled maps.On each weird and 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 explore the great outdoors.So pack your bags and say later ‘gator… the great States await! The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available in this series:50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.