Provides authoritative, up-to-date, and visually engaging maps, essays, and statistics, building on an interactive format that links kids to hundreds of online resources.

Combines clear, lively text with accurate maps and colorful illustrations to provide a complete guide to all fifty states in the Union. Illustrations highlight state symbols, historic events, national monuments, and natural wonders.

Introduces mapping concepts to children and assists them in mastering this essential skill.

Ever wonder which states are the cloudiest? Or what city gets the most snow? Climate maps can tell you. They show average weather conditions-in your neighborhood, around the world, or even on Mars! But how do you read a climate map? And how are these maps made? Read on to learn the details.

Offers facts about the highest landmarks and mountains, the deepest depth of the seas, what countries are shaped like food, ocean inhabitants, and capital location changes.