Pocket Genius: The 50 States

Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7

The ultimate pocket-sized guide to the amazing cultures, peoples, places, animals, landmarks, and history of each US state.

Which state in the US has about 100,000 glaciers? Which one boasts the largest national park? Which one is called the Lone Star State? Find the answers to these questions and more in the pages of this illustrated reference guide to the 50 states of the US.

Celebrate the United States in this fact-filled Pocket Genius book for kids ages 8–12 as you journey across each state – from Hawaii to Florida – to discover what makes it special. Stop at each state to learn about the different people who live in it, and find out about its history, geography, natural wonders, animals, cultures, cities, and landmarks. You’ll learn, too, about Washington, DC, which is unlike any US state, and the different overseas territories. 

Stunning photographs combine with an illustrated map; helpful stats and data; and simple, bite-sized chunks of information to let young readers discover each US state at their own pace. This US states book for kids carries a reference section with further amazing facts that makes learning about the states more fun.

The Pocket Genius series is perfect for all children, whether they are young readers beginning to discover facts about the US states or little geniuses who are experts already!

Series Overview: This Pocket Genius series of illustrated mini encyclopedias packs a whole lot of information into your pocket!