Where Is Massachusetts? Paperback by Laurie Calkhoven, illustrated by Ted Hammond

Product Details

• Publisher: Penguin Workshop (2026-06-02)
• Language: English
• Paperback: 56 pages
• ISBN-13: 9798217243068
• Item Weight: 65.2 grams
• Dimensions: 19.38 x 13.34 x 0.33 cm

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.

About the Author

Laurie Calkhoven loves nothing more than capturing young readers' imaginations and inspiring them to love books, reading, and writing as much as she does. She’s published more than fifty books for children and teens, including early readers, laugh-out-loud chapter books, nonfiction for all ages, and historical novels that bring the wacky facts of history to light. She lives in New York City and can usually be found at the library.

Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.