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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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Hank the Cowdog #34
Slim's Goodbye
John R. Erickson
For the child grappling with big changes when things at home feel uncertain. Hank the Cowdog brings humor to the stress
Ages 8–12
A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #12
Space Shuttle Scam
Ron Roy
For the young explorer who loves solving puzzles and asking questions about how things work, this mystery builds critica
Ages 6–9
The Sadie Jones Series #1
Hope at the Ocean's Edge
Chantal J. MacDonald
For the teen navigating the heavy intersection of grief and big life transitions, this story offers a gentle path toward
Ages 13–18
DK Super Planet
Global Gardens
Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia
For the curious child who wonders how people across the globe grow food and flowers, this guide turns botany into a worl
Ages 7–10
Around the World in a Hundred Years
Jean Fritz
For the curious child who wonders how we mapped the world, this witty history traces the shift from sea-monster myths to
Ages 8–12
Walk This World #2
Walk This World at Christmastime
Debbie Powell
For the child curious about how peers in other countries celebrate, this interactive lift-the-flap book offers a global
Ages 5–9
Usborne Visitor's Guides #3
A Visitor's Guide to Ancient Greece
Lesley Sims, Conrad Mason
For the curious student who finds history textbooks dry, this humorous travel guide brings Ancient Greece to life with '
Ages 9–13
The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers #5
Trust No One
Linda Sue Park
For the child who thrives on high stakes and is learning that true strength comes from knowing who to trust when the wor
Ages 8–12
Horrible Histories
Oxford
Terry Deary
For the curious student who finds traditional history boring. This guide uses humor and 'horrible' facts to bring the an
Ages 7–12
12 Things to Do Before You Crash and Burn
James Proimos III
For the teen navigating the messy reality of a parent's complicated legacy while trying to find their own path through g
Ages 12–18
Where Is?
Where Is Niagara Falls?
Megan Stine
For the curious explorer fascinated by nature's power and the brave souls who dare to challenge it with tightropes and b
Ages 8–12
Where Is?
Where Is the Vatican?
Megan Stine, Who HQ
For the curious learner who wonders how a tiny city-state can hold centuries of secrets, art, and global influence withi
Ages 8–12
Peak Marcello #3
Ascent
Roland Smith
For the teen facing a high-stakes challenge that requires every ounce of their grit. Peak Marcello must navigate a dange
Ages 10–15
Beck
Mal Peet, Meg Rosoff
For the older teen navigating a difficult past. Beck's gritty journey from an abusive childhood to self-discovery explor
Ages 14–18
Blast to the Past #6
King's Courage
Stacia Deutsch, Rhody Cohon
For the child learning about the power of persistence and civil rights. Join a time traveling team helping Dr. King find
Ages 7–10
The Chronicles of Narnia #5
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
C. S. Lewis
For the child navigating their own 'dragon' moments, this sea-bound quest explores how our internal choices shape who we
Ages 8–12
First Biographies
Matthew Henson
B. A. Hoena
For the child who loves tales of exploration or needs to see how persistence pays off against all odds. This visual biog
Ages 7–10
Spirit Animals #5
Against the Tide
Tui T. Sutherland
For the child grappling with the sting of betrayal or the fear that a friend might not be who they seem.
Ages 8–12
With the Fire on High
Elizabeth Acevedo
For the teen balancing big responsibilities and bigger dreams. Emoni navigates life as a young mother and a talented coo
Ages 13–18
All the Way to Lhasa: A Tale from Tibet
Barbara Helen Berger
For the child who feels discouraged by a long task or a big goal. This rhythmic Tibetan tale shows how steady, patient s
Ages 4–8
Kingdom Keepers: Inheritance #3
The Final Draw
Ridley Pearson
For the child who loves the magic of theme parks but is ready for a high stakes adventure about protecting the stories a
Ages 8–12
Daring Darleen #2
V Is for Victorine
Anne Nesbet
For the child exploring who they are away from family expectations, this 1915 Hollywood caper follows an heiress in hidi
Ages 8–12
Island Counting 1 2 3
Frané Lessac
For the curious toddler eager to explore the world through numbers. This rhythmic journey introduces counting using the
Ages 2–5
Oz #6
The Emerald City of Oz
L. Frank Baum
For the child who wishes they could share their favorite places with their family or fears losing a special world to cha
Ages 8–12
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