Where Is Maryland?

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Maryland in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Maryland 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 the Ocean City Boardwalk. Meet important people like Harriet Tubman. Read about the biodiversity of the Chesapeake Bay. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all find something to love about the place where “The Star-Spangled Banner” was written. Not to mention the invention of the bottle cap!

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 Maryland.

Story Locale:Maryland

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.

Author(s): Jennifer Marino Walters, Who HQ, Ted Hammond
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Published: 6/2/2026
Pages: 56
Binding Type: Paperback
Size / Weight: 7.6 in H | 5.4 in W | 0.1 in T | 0.2 lb Wt
ISBN: 9798217244041


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.