Grade 8

Named after the mighty Mississippi River, Mississippi is a southern state with plenty to explore! This title combines eye-catching photos and engaging text to highlight the state’s landscape, More →

Though it is famous for its cowboys, there is a lot more to explore in Wyoming! Students can travel from Yellowstone National Park to the Wind River Reservation and on to the Magic City of… More →

From the red rocks of the Colorado Plateau to the towering Salt Lake Temple, Utah is a fascinating place! Readers can learn about the landscape, history, and people of the state in this… More →

From its rugged western mountains to its grassy eastern plains, Montana is full of beauty! Through informative text and vivid photographs, this fact-filled title explores the state’s history, More →

In 1943, Jan Baalsrud traversed the icy mountains and fjords of Nazi-occupied Norway. The journey was fraught with danger, but Baalsrud received plenty of help along the way. This graphic… More →

From the Gateway Arch to the rugged hills of the Ozarks, there is a lot to discover in Missouri! Through engaging text and vibrant photographs, this title introduces the history, landscape,… More →

Alaska is filled with wild beauty, from its rugged mountains to its sparkling coastal waters. But that is just a small part of what makes this state great! Students can learn about Alaska’s… More →

Shaped like a frying pan, filled with a wealth of resources, and covered in sweeping plains, Oklahoma is a unique state in the Great Plains. This informative title highlights Oklahoma’s… More →

Get ready for a trip down South! This jazzy title introduces readers to all that Louisiana has to offer, from its moss-draped swamps to the vibrant streets of New Orleans. Features map out… More →

Connecticut packs a lot into its small size! Readers can learn about the Constitution State’s unique foods, variety of wildlife, and favorite festivals in this informative title. Features… More →

Much like its famed Crater of Diamonds State Park, Arkansas is full of hidden gems! In this fact-filled title, students can learn about what makes this state special, from hot springs in the… More →

Would you survive 76 days alone at sea? Steve Callahan did. In 1982, he was set adrift on a small rubber raft in the raging ocean. This graphic nonfiction title for young readers follows his… More →