Where Is California?

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of California in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is California 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 national landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge. Meet some of the people who have helped make Hollywood famous. Read about the state’s nine national parks. Learn about the Indigenous peoples who have lived in California for generations. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all be curious about Southern California’s ten thousand yearly earthquakes and hottest recorded temperatures. Not to mention that it’s the most populous state in the country!

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 California.

Story Locale:California, US

Series Overview: Following the same format as the successful Who HQ Now series, with its lower page count and price point, Who HQ: The 50 States covers everything you need to know about your favorite state, from world- famous landmarks to historic residents.

Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Published: 11/4/2025
Pages: 56
Binding Type: Paperback
Size / Weight: 7.6 in H | 5.4 in W | 0.1 in T | 0.2 lb Wt
ISBN: 9798217051281


About the Author

Jennifer Marino Walters is a writer and editor specializing in family and parenting topics. She has written for major media such as the Los Angeles Times, Reader’s Digest, Parenting, Scholastic News , and Care.com. Jennifer lives with her husband, twin boys, and daughter near Washington, DC, where they love to explore museums and more.

Author Residence: Washington, DC

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