Description
Geography,historyandculturespill from the pages of thisluxuriously illustratedtreasure trove of travel knowledge for 7-to-10-year-olds. Each two-page spread is dedicated to a different country, providing bothquick-fire factsand the chance to delve deeper into what makes every nation unique. Natural wonders, bustling metropolises, storied pasts and cultural icons are all presented in expert detail from experienced explorers Ben Handicott and Kalya Ryan, alongside Sol Linero’s eye-popping artwork.
- Meet our earliest ancestors inEthiopia, marvel at Machu Picchu in Peru and visit the floating villages ofCambodiain this colorful guide to 50 fascinating countries. It’s a diverse guide that spans fromSpaintoSingapore,ColombiatoCanada,TurkeytoTanzania, and more.
- Each spread includes dozens of spotlighted locations, a timeline of the nation’s history and introductions to the people who have helped shape it.
- With the expertise of Ben Handicott (Hello Atlas, Atlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World) and Kalya Ryan, alongside the stunning illustrations of Sol Linero (The 50 States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A.), experience the diversity of our world like never before.
50 Maps of the World reimagines what maps for kids can be, providing not just a geographical fact-fest buta vivid insight into the history, culture and wildlife that shape our living world. This is the perfect way for aspiring adventurers to find out more about all the exciting destinations around the world. This is a quirky, dynamic book of atlases that makes a perfect companion for vacations and during trip planning.
Also in the series:The 50 States,We Are the United States,50 Cities of the U.S.A.,Only in America, and many exciting, fun-filled activity books.
Ben Handicottstudied linguistics and education before heading off to learn Vietnamese and Mandarin over a number of years living in Asia. On his return home, he published travel books for Lonely Planet. His books with Wide Eyed Editions includeHello AtlasandAtlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World. Ben is now looking to pass on his love of travel, food and language to his own children.
SolLinerois a children’s book illustrator and graphic designer from Buenos Aires. Her distinctive artwork is filled with rich detail, bright colors, and a love for local culture. She has worked for Airbnb, Pottery Barn Kids, Unicef, and international magazines such asOprah,Jamie Oliver,Wired, andScholastic. With Wide Eyed Editions, Sol has also illustrated the best-selling50 Statesseries.
Kalya Ryanis a travel writer known for her work with Lonely Planet, highlighting the world’s most unforgettable beaches, museums, festivals and natural wonders.50 Maps of the Worldis her first children’s book.
Target Age: 7-10
Wide Eyed Editions
Pub Date:May 07, 2024
0.3″ H x 10.8″ L x 8.9″ W
112 pages
paperback
