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Where is Massachusetts? Cover Image Book

Where is Massachusetts? / by Laurie Calkhoven ; illustrated by Ted Hammond.

Where's Massachusetts? (other title)
Massachusetts (portion title)
Calkhoven, Laurie, (author.). Hammond, Ted, (illustrator.).

Summary:

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Massachusetts in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Massachusetts? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you're proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination. Visit famous landmarks like Fenway Park. Meet important people like Massasoit, the Wampanoag leader who met Pilgrim settlers. Read about the Great Molasses Flood in Boston's North End. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all find something to love about the place where the chocolate chip cookie and the sport of basketball were invented. Not to mention the state's exciting role in the Revolutionary War and the Boston Tea Party! Including timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and a fact-filled "At a Glance" section, this book has everything you need to know about the heritage, development, and present day of Massachusetts.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9798217243075
  • ISBN: 9798217243068
  • Physical Description: 50 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
  • Edition: First edition
  • Publisher: New York, New York : Penguin Workshop, 2026.

Content descriptions

General Note:
"An official Who HQ book"--Cover.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 50).
Formatted Contents Note:
Where is Massachusetts? -- The land and its people -- The pursuit of freedom -- Growth, development, and industry -- Today's Massachusetts -- Massachusetts at a glance -- Timelines.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 8-12. Penguin Workshop.
Grades 3-7. Penguin Workshop.

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Geography > Juvenile literature.
U.S. states > Juvenile literature.
Massachusetts > Juvenile literature.
Massachusetts > Description and travel > Juvenile literature.
Massachusetts > Geography > Juvenile literature.
Massachusetts > History > Juvenile literature.
Massachusetts > Social life and customs > Juvenile literature.
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  • 4 of 8 copies available at NC Cardinal.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Johnston County Affiliated Libraries. (Show)

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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield J 974.4 Calkhoven (Text) 38950611651722 Juvenile New Nonfiction Available -
Angier Public Library J 974.4 Cal (Text) 33632002763135 Juvenile Nonfiction Checked out 08/18/2026
Canton Library J974.4 Calkhoven (Text) 33115007718239 Juvenile New Nonfiction Available -
Goldsboro Library GOLDCHILD (Text) WAYNE25184351518878 Juvenile Nonfiction On order -
Lee County Main Library J 974.4 CALKHOVEN (Text) 33262003299178 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -
Louisburg - Main Branch FRAN2026664 (Text) FRAN2026664 Juvenile Nonfiction On order -
Louisburg - Main Branch FRAN2031551 (Text) FRAN2031551 Juvenile Nonfiction On order -
Thomasville Public Library J 974.4 CAL SERIES-WHOHQ (Text) 25908008575602 Juvenile Fiction Series Available -