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Travel & Exploration
2,242 books about travel & exploration
0–3 yrs
248 books
4–7 yrs
746 books
8–11 yrs
858 books
12–18 yrs
339 books
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The Heroes of Olympus #3
The Mark of Athena
Rick Riordan
For the young reader learning that true strength comes from trusting others and overcoming internal rivalries to achieve
Ages 10–14
The Pharaoh’s Secret
Marissa Moss
For the child processing the loss of a parent while seeking to understand their roots through adventure, mystery, and an
Ages 9–12
Darwin's Rival: Alfred Russel Wallace and the Search for Evolution
Christiane Dorion
For the curious student who feels like their hard work goes unnoticed, this journey reveals how an underdog scientist ch
Ages 10–14
Extra Time
Morris Gleitzman
For the sibling who feels like a secondary character to their brother's success, this story explores the pressures of fa
Ages 10–14
DK Life Stories
Amelia Earhart
Libby Romero
For the child who dreams of doing the impossible, this biography shows how one girl's curiosity and grit led her from Ka
Ages 7–11
Delivery
Aaron Meshon
For the child missing a long-distance grandparent. A playful, whimsical journey showing that love can travel by truck, b
Ages 3–7
Over the Water
Maude Casey
For the teenager who feels like they don't belong in their own skin or culture, this moving story explores the bridge be
Ages 12–16
Transformers: Robots in Disguise #5
Autobot World Tour
Steve Foxe
For the child who loves high-stakes action and needs to see how different personalities can unite to solve a global cris
Ages 8–12
Grandpa #2
The Sea View Hotel
James Stevenson
For the child who feels out of place in a grown-up world or finds their family vacation unexpectedly dull.
Ages 4–8
Primary Source Diaries
Diary of Sallie Hester: A Covered Wagon Girl
Sallie Hester
For the student curious about life in the mid-1800s, this real-life diary captures the courage and daily grit required t
Ages 9–14
A Grandparent's Love
A Granny's Love
Joy Joyfully
For grandchildren and grandmothers who share a bond that spans any distance, this lyrical tale celebrates the special lo
Ages 2–6
Unearthed #2
Undying
Amie Kaufman, Meagan Spooner
For the teen feeling the weight of the world, this gripping finale explores the courage required to stand for the truth
Ages 12–18
Pansy and Atalanta #2
Miss Rivers and Miss Bridges
Geraldine Symons
For the child curious about standing up for what is right, this story explores how a simple trip to the city can turn in
Ages 10–14
Jeff Corwin Junior Explorer #2
The Great Alaska Adventure!
Jeff Corwin
For the child curious about why glaciers are melting or how scientists study wildlife. This adventure blends a family va
Ages 7–10
DK Readers
A Day in the Life of a Pilot
Paige Towler
For the child who gazes at the clouds and wonders how planes stay up. This early reader introduces the exciting and resp
Ages 5–7
Encounter: Narrative Nonfiction Picture Books
Hedy's Journey
Michelle Bisson
For children processing the concept of safety and displacement, this true story of a teen's solo escape from the Holocau
Ages 8–12
Beach House
Deanna Caswell
For families preparing for their first big getaway, this rhythmic story evokes the magic of summer days spent by the sea
Ages 3–6
Coming to America #1
German Immigrants, 1820-1920
Helen Frost
For the child curious about their family roots or starting a school project on heritage. This accessible guide explains
Ages 7–10
If You Were a City
Kyo Maclear
For the child exploring who they are, this poetic journey uses vibrant cityscapes as metaphors for the many moods and tr
Ages 3–6
Jeff Corwin Junior Explorer Series #3
The Wild, Wild Southwest!
Jeff Corwin
For the young explorer who dreams of desert adventures and wants to learn how to protect the natural world while earning
Ages 8–12
Gossip Girl #3
All I Want Is Everything
Cecily von Ziegesar
For the teenager navigating the highs and lows of intense friendships and social competition while trying to figure out
Ages 15–18
Children of the Wild West
Russell Freedman
For the child curious about history, this book uses real archival photos to show how kids like them lived, worked, and p
Ages 8–12
In the Shadow of Lady Liberty: Immigrant Stories from Ellis Island
Danny Brian Kravitz
For the student curious about their family roots, these primary source accounts offer a moving look at the real people w
Ages 8–12
Mr. Satie and the Great Art Contest
Tomie dePaola
For the child who compares their creative work to others, this charming tale uses famous art history to show how differe
Ages 4–8
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