Dive into the history, geography, and culture of North Carolina in this installment of the 50 States series.
8-12 Years
7.4" x 5.2" Paperback
56 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, History
Series Name: Who Hq: The 50 States
Description
Book Synopsis
Dive into the history, geography, and culture of North Carolina in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is North Carolina? 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 places like the Research Triangle. Meet infamous people like Blackbeard the pirate, who crashed his ship off of the Outer Banks. Read about the Indigenous peoples who visited the Hardaway Site for thousands of years. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all find something to love about the home of the most visited national park and the Wright brothers' first flight.
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 North Carolina.
About the Author
Tracy Vonder Brink is always curious about the world around her. She loves to make facts and true stories fun and has written many books for kids. Tracy lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and enjoys reading, hiking, and playing with her two rescue dogs.
Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.
Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inches (W) x .3 Inches (D)
Weight: .15 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Number of Pages: 56
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: History
Series Title: Who Hq: The 50 States
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Theme: State & Local, United States
Format: Paperback
Author: Tracy Vonder Brink & Who Hq
Language: English
Street Date: January 6, 2026
TCIN: 1003180948
UPC: 9798217053254
Item Number (DPCI): 247-36-3580
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.15 pounds
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