Lonely Planet's Experience Paris is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Indulge your appetites at sensational bistros, immerse yourself in artistic masterworks and experience the heights of haute couture - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Paris's best experiences and get away from the everyday!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Paris:
Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip ;
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout ;
Pull-out Paris map (included in print version) ;
Highlights and neighbourhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - art, museums & galleries, literary history, fashion, food, shopping, cinema ;
Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights ;
Day trips for easy escapes from the city ;
Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the metro, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel ;
Covers Eiffel Tower & Western Paris, Champs-Elysees & Grands Boulevards, Louvre & Les Halles, Montmartre & Northern Paris, Le Marais, Menilmontant & Belleville, Bastille & Eastern Paris, The Islands, Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Les Invalids, Montparnasse & Southern Paris, and more ;
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Paris, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Paris's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.
Get to know the great outdoors with this beautiful children's nature journal. Kids can write, draw, or map the things they see and hear when making exciting new discoveries outside. Let's go!
Inside Explorer's Nature Journal:
Six journaling sections encourage children to write about and observe the outside world while introducing animals, plants, trees, insects, and all kinds of nature close to home, or anywhere they are
Mini-explorers can record, draw, jot down, or sketch the things they hear, see, and touch while outside in the garden, at a park, or enjoying another open space
Fun prompts help children interact with nature as they consider the season, the weather, the daylight, the smells, the shapes, the sounds, the colours, and more
Activity pages complete each journaling section offering readers the chance to play games, get crafty, and embark on fun projects: Animal Scavenger Hunt; Plant Memory; Make a Leaf Rubbing; Bug Mapping; Make a Mud Face; Make Your Own Book
Additional blank pages provide children with the space to map their discoveries , write down their thoughts, and connect with their imaginations
Insightful toolkit shares important information on equipment to take and staying safe outdoors
Written by Emma Carlson Berne , author of over 120 children's books for Lonely Planet Kids, National Geographic Kids, Scholastic, Simon & Schuster, and more
Beautiful illustrations throughout by Kelly Abeln
Lonely Planet Kids Explorer's Nature Journal is the perfect companion for budding adventurers to experience even more of our amazing natural world, while making fun discoveries outside.
All aboard! Keep transport-loving kids on track with this awesome activity book that's packed with more than 80 train-themed word and picture games.
The perfect accompaniment for a train trip, long-distance getaway, or a rainy day spent indoors, kids can while away the hours exploring word searches, roaming mazes, and discovering fun train facts.
How were trains invented? Which is the fastest train on Earth? Where is the longest railroad? All will be revealed in The Big Book of Train Activities, which is brimming with engine-ious train trivia alongside engaging games. Pack this on-the-go-companion for your next excursion and keep curious kids entertained throughout their journey.
Inside The Big Book of Train Activities :
More than 80 fantastically fun train-themed activities to banish boredom including word searches, crossword puzzles, mazes, hidden pictures, connect-the dots, color-by-numbers, and more
Packed with train facts for kids to impress their friends with, which can be read as they enjoy the word and picture games
The perfect in-hand activity book for your hand luggage or backpack that can be taken everywhere and anywhere
A must-buy for entertaining train-loving children and transport enthusiasts during your next travel adventure
Make The Big Book of Train Activities a must-bring addition for your travels and discover pages of entertaining word games and picture challenges that are sure to delight kids who love everything about trains!
Immerse yourself in this page-turning collection of 20 tales from around the world. Discover spellbinding retellings of folk tales, fables and stories steeped in wonder, and journey continent-by-continent through this exquisite book. With morals and magic on every page, this beautiful compendium is a must-read for children and grown-ups alike.
From African animal fables to Native American trickster tales, each of the stories within this book have been authentically retold from authors across the world who represent the heritage of each tale's region. Bursting with heart, wisdom, and morals, curious readers of all ages will find value in the lessons imparted in this round-the-world treasury.
Inside Tales from Around the World:
Experience 20 authentic retellings of folk tales, fables and stories of belief from different cultures across the world
Discover important lessons of kindness, sharing, bravery, and respect for nature and the environment
Arranged continent-by-continent with stunning illustrations by Bulgarian born, Finland-based artist, Teo Georghiev
Stories include: The Seven Wishes (Sweden); The Spider and the Turtle (Nigeria); The King, the Beetle and the Silk Thread (India); The Bear Princess (England); The Merchant and his Parrot (Persia); The Rainbow Serpent (Aboriginal Australian)
Tales from Around the World is the much-anticipated follow-up to Lonely Planet Kids' Myths and Legends of the World and Spooky Stories of the World. This gorgeous collection of tales makes the perfect gift for readers who are interested in the traditional stories of other cultures that have delighted audiences for hundreds of years.
Get ready to rock with this complete guide to minerals, gemstones and rocks around the world.
Packed with amazing facts and knowledge, kids will discover what our planet is made of - there's even an epic directory of almost every type of stone including amphibolite, zoizite, diamonds, and more.
Come explore the ground beneath our feet - let's go!
What are rocks? How do fossils form? Are rocks different across the world? The Rocks Book has all the answers for curious readers, budding geologists - and petrologists!
This comprehensive guide leaves no stone unturned and covers every topic imaginable, from investigating the many different varieties of rock, to learning about rocks from space, and even sharing tips on how to collect rocks sustainably.
Our world is a rocky planet - to know its rocks is to know the Earth.
There's no better introduction for kids than this. Inside The Rocks Book:An incredible breadth of knowledge about the planet's many rocks and minerals written in an engaging and informative way for children and grown-ups alikeRocks around the world are explored continent by continent across North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, Oceania, Antarctica, and even Under the SeaFun sections and features including Rock Detectives and How to be a Rock Hound, keep kids entertained and aid learningFascinating 'Directory of Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones' provides in-depth coverage of gold, sapphires, sandstone, and many moreWritten by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids' Amazing Night Sky Atlas and Amazing Ancient History Atlas Find out what the world is made of, from top to bottom, with The Rocks Book - the latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series.
This is the ultimate study of rocks for geology-loving kids and the perfect gift for curious children who love to learn about our planet.
Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Eat sushi for breakfast at the Toyosu market, see sumo in Ryogoku, take a soak in a sento - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Tokyo's best experiences and get away from the everyday!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo:
Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip ;
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout ;
Pull-out Tokyo map (included in print version) ;
Highlights and neighbourhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - sushi, sake and soba, cutting-edge pop culture, tea ceremonies, karaoke ;
Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights ;
Day trips for easy escapes from the city ;
Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the subway, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel ;
Covers Marunouchi & Nihombashi, Ginza & Tsukiji, Roppongi, Ebisu, Meguro, Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa, Harajuku & Aoyama, Shinjuku, Korakuen & Akihabara, Ueno & Yanesen, Asakusa and more ;
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Tokyo's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.
Lonely Planet : Pocket guides for quick, easy and accessible information for a short break
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Dubai :
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak
Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout
Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Convenient pull-out Dubai map (included in print version), plus over 9 colour neighbourhood maps
User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time
Covers : Deira, Bur Dubai, Jumeirah, Burj al Arab & Around, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah, Abu Dhabi, and more
The Perfect Choice : Lonely Planet's Pocket Dubai, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Dubai with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.
It's time for takeoff! Keep curious kids flying high with this fun activity book that's packed with more than 80 aviation-themed word and picture games.
The perfect accompaniment for a flight, long-distance trip, or a rainy day spent indoors, kids can while away the hours exploring word searches, roaming mazes, and discovering top aviation facts.
What is the largest plane on Earth? When was the first ever flight? All will be revealed in The Big Book of Plane Activities, which is brimming with engine-ious plane and aviation trivia alongside engaging games. Pack this on-the-go-companion for your next excursion and keep curious kids entertained throughout their journey.
Inside The Big Book of Plane Activities :
More than 80 fantastically fun aviation-themed activities to banish boredom including word searches, crossword puzzles, mazes, hidden pictures, connect-the dots, color-by-numbers, and more
Packed with aviation and plane facts for kids to impress their friends with, which can be read as they enjoy the word and picture games
The perfect in-hand activity book for your hand luggage or backpack that can be taken everywhere and anywhere
A must-buy for entertaining plane-loving children and transport enthusiasts during your next travel adventure
Make The Big Book of Plane Activities a must-bring addition for your travels and discover pages of entertaining word games and picture challenges that are sure to delight kids who love everything about aviation!
Lonely Planet's Experience London is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Discover royal palaces, have a pint in a pub, and catch a West End show - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover London's best experiences and get away from the everyday!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience London:
Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip ;
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout ;
Pull-out London map (included in print version) ;
Highlights and neighbourhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - the Tube, hidden skyscrapers, West End stages, the pub, famed markets ;
Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights ;
Day trips for easy escapes from the city ;
Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the underground, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel ;
Covers The West End, City of London, South Bank, Kensington & Hyde Park, Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields, East London & Docklands, Hampstead & North London, Notting Hill & West London, Brixton, Peckham & South London and more ;
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience London, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on London's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.
101 Things to do on a Walk is a fun, practical, creative book filled with activities to do while on trips out in nature - both locally, and not so locally. Take this book with you on a walk with the family to provide inspiration for nature-themed crafts and activities - from bird-spotting, bark rubbing and macro insect photography to playing Pooh sticks, identifying wildlife and building a den.
Beautifully presented with a mixture of illustrations and photography, this title will help children to unlock their imaginations and get in touch with the natural world all around them.
Embark on a fun-filled sporting journey with this lift-the-flap book for young readers.
Find famous and lesser-known games and sports from across the continents and learn how children around the world play. From ice hockey in Canada, baseball in the USA to kabbadi in India - discover interactive surprises and beautiful illustrations on every page.
Packed with super-cool artwork and fascinating insights, curious kids aged 3-5+ can explore 8 vibrant sporty scenarios, each set in a different country, with flaps that lift to reveal hidden team uniforms, behind-the-scenes imagery of stadiums and more. This one-of-a-kind book is a brilliant introduction to the world of sports for children who love to play.
Inside Let's Play Sports:
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Interactive lift-the-flap feature that reveals the inside of stadiums, sports equipment and uniforms
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8 scenes of people playing sports from all over the globe, providing a fun glimpse into the awesome ways kids, grown-ups and teams compete in friendly games
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Famous and lesser-known games and sports that show how other cultures play together and spend time with one another
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Easy-to-understand insights into the history of particular sports and games
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Beautifully illustrated to keep curious minds entertained and engaged
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Covers: Canada (winter sports like ice hockey and snowboarding), USA (adventures at a baseball game), Brazil (beach sports like volleyball and beasal), UK (seaside games, crazy golf and skateboarding), Cameroon (soccer and 'stockings'), India (cricket and kabaddi), Australia (water sports like surfing and paddleboarding), New Zealand (touch-rugby and a haka performance)
Let's Play Sports is the latest book in the Lonely Planet Kids' lift-the-flap series following on from
A Place Called Home and
A Time to Celebrate. Written by Kate Baker and illustrated by Hannar Riordan, this is the perfect book to gift to young minds, showing them how sports and games can bring joy and happiness to life - anywhere in the world.
Kick boredom to the curb with this awesome book that's packed with over 100 brilliant brain teasers, puzzles, fill-in drawing challenges, games and activities. This pocket-sized companion provides hours of entertainment for kids and grown-ups alike, whether you're in the car, on a plane or stuck inside on a rainy day. All you need is a pencil!
Make long car journeys a laugh with road trip bingo; while away the wait for a flight playing airport sudoku; crack fiendish riddles as you chug along the train tracks; or solve the bemusing island maze during your vacation. With so many head-scratching and brain busting activities to tackle, Games on the Go is sure to keep you and your travel crew amused during every family trip - and better yet, it can be deployed from your hand luggage in seconds.
Inside Games on the Go :
- 160 pages of puzzling fun to banish boredom with fill-in activities, word and matching games, drawing tasks and so much more
- The perfect size to fit into your pocket, hand luggage or backpack so you can easily dip in and out of the games, brainteasers and drawing challenges
- The much-anticipated follow-up to the Games on the Go activity cards boxset, and an entertaining addition to the Lonely Planet Kids' Activities on the Go series
- Hours of entertainment with interactive activities including: Draw your Passport Picture; Play Road Trip Bingo; Unscramble the Landmark Names; Find the Odd Vehicle Out; Solve the Rainforest Wordsearch; Identify the City Skyline; Design a Souvenir of your Trip; Guess the Country from the Picture Clues; Solve the Island Maze; Un-jumble the Flags; Draw a Path through the City Maze; Create a Menu for your Favourite Meal; Play Airport Sudoku; Draw a Portrait of your Holiday Companions; Fill the Sky with Flying Machines; Design your own Luggage Stickers
Make Games on the Go a must-pack addition for your travels and discover pages of entertaining activities that combine some of the best puzzles and challenges from the Lonely Planet Kids' Activities on the Go series. This is the perfect book to engage the whole family during your next big adventure.
Lonely Planet's Experience New York City is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Walk through Harlem's rich literary history, treat your senses in Chinatown and explore bohemian Village haunts - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover New York's best experiences and get away from the everyday!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience New York City:
Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip ;
Inspiring full-color travel photography and maps throughout ;
Pull-out New York City map (included in print version) ;
Highlights and neighborhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - Chinatown goodies, the Harlem Renaissance, Little Italy's foodie culture, New York Fashion, Musical History and Broadway & New York Theatre ;
Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights ;
Day trips for easy escapes from the city ;
Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the subway, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel ;
Covers Upper West Side, Central Park, Midtown, Chelsea, Greenwich Village & SoHo, TriBeCa & the Financial District, Chinatown, Brooklyn, East Village & the Lower East Side, Little Italy, Upper East Side, Harlem, Queens and more ;
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience New York City, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on New York's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.
Lonely Planet's Experience Barcelona is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Wonder at La Sagrada Familia, dine on tapas and paella, and get ready to enjoy one of Europe's most famed nightlife scenes - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Barcelona's best experiences and get away from the everyday!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Barcelona:
Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip ;
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout ;
Pull-out Barcelona map (included in print version) ;
Highlights and neighbourhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - Catalan culture, Picasso, Miró & Dalí, Gaudí & architecture, tapas, music ;
Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights ;
Day trips for easy escapes from the city ;
Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the metro and tram, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel ;
Covers La Rambla & Barri Gotic, El Raval, La Ribera, Barceloneta & the Waterfront, La Sagrada Familia & L'Eixample, Gracia & Park Guell, Camp Nou, Pedralbes & La Zona Alta, Montjuic, Poble Sec & Sant Antoni, and more ;
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Barcelona, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Barcelona's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.
Make your vacation memories last a lifetime with this awesome fill-in children's travel journal that's packed with brilliant activities and prompts to inspire kids to write and draw their adventures.
Budding diarists can record precious moments from their trip in this pocket-sized book and create the ultimate holiday souvenir to cherish forever.
Draw your own passport picture; make a cool flip-book animation of your experiences; describe the tastiest treat from your journey - this epic kids' journal encourages readers to really engage with their travels and create a treasured keepsake that they can look back on years later with the whole family.
Inside Create Your Own Travel Journal:
- Fun fill-in activities including games, drawing challenges and prompts for stories to encourage children to observe and admire their surroundings - Handy pocket-sized hardback book with an elastic band so readers can take their precious jottings and doodles with them wherever they go - A super memento to remind kids - and grown ups - of the adventures they share together - Includes: create a postcard of your favourite vacation destination; make a playlist of the songs you've heard during your holiday; make a city skyline using your ticket stubs; draw the view from your room; write about your favourite experience so far; create a special souvenir of your trip; draw all the people you've met during your getaway - and more Create Your Own Travel Journal is the latest book in Lonely Planet Kids' ' Create Your Own' series following on from Create Your Own Holiday Games and Create Your Own Camping Activities. This fun-packed fill-in journal provides the perfect space for creative kids to keep their travel thoughts and musings, so that they can enjoy and remember their vacation for many years to come.
5 amazing pop-ups to make and display A crate has arrived and it's packed with scientific objects from all around the world! Can you assemble them in time for the museum's big opening? Among the spectacular pop-ups to build are a Mars rover, a Watt steam engine, the Wright Flyer, a robotic arm and a human skeleton.
In Lonely Planet Kids' Build Your Own Science Museum, budding scientists can get creative and become an expert with hands-on STEAM activities. Perfect as a project with parents at home or with teachers in the classroom, all of the models featured in this book do not require any scissors or glue.
Stunning illustrations and fascinating facts bring the subject matter to life. Learn about the first scientific explorations in Ancient Egypt 5000 years ago, last century's Space Race and issues that affect the planet today such as global warming.
Perfect for science fans of all ages, this follow-up to Build Your Own Dinosaur Museum and Build Your Own History Museum covers a wide range of exciting scientific content including:
What Is Science?
The Age of Steam The Information Age Flight Planet Earth Exploring Space Electricity and Forces The Human Body Robotics and the Future Science Quiz Future Science About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Lonely Planet's Experience Rome is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Explore the city's ancient icons, gaze at Michelangelo's masterpieces, and eat a Roman meal in a neighbourhood trattoria - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Rome's best experiences and get away from the everyday!
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Rome:
Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip ;
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout ;
Pull-out Rome map (included in print version) ;
Highlights and neighbourhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insights from local experts take you to the heart of the place - ancient relics, trattoria, piazzas, romance, gelato, the dolce vita lifestyle.
Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights ;
Day trips for easy escapes from the city ;
Practical info and tips on money, getting around on the metro, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel ;
Covers Ancient Rome, Centro Storico, Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale, Vatican City, Borgo & Prati, Monti, Esquilino& San Lorenzo, Trastevere & Gianicolo, San Giovanni & Testaccio, Villa Borghese & Northern Rome, Southern Rome and more ;
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Rome, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Rome's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip.
Banish boredom on long drives, flights and train journeys with Drawing Games on the Go, a fun and colourful mix of drawing challenges, games, and activities.
A must-pack addition on any family trip, it fits easily inside hand luggage and can be deployed in seconds! Comes with 40 wipe-clean cards and a dry-erase pen, all stored in a small, handy (not to mention beautifully illustrated) box.
Create Your Own Camping Activities, the follow up to Lonely Planet Kids' Create Your Own Vacation Games, is packed with over 60 ideas for the best camping games, crafts and activities, whether you're inthe- tent or on-the-road, around the campfire or at the picnic table. With plenty of photos and step-by-step instructions, there are games to entertain the whole family, stuff that's just for kids, things to do outside, and ideas for cold and rainy days. Written by Laura Baker and accompanied by fun illustrations by Sean Sims, this book can be used wherever and whenever your family goes camping.
All you need is your imagination and things that can be found around the campsite (or basic craft items like paper, pens and glue).
Take a tour around the world to uncover some of the planet's most incredible landmarks and monuments - inside and out.
From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Statue of Liberty, the Taj Mahal to Sydney Opera House, you'll discover the secrets of these iconic structures, learn about their history and find out why they have become 'wonders' of the world.
Astonishing photography shows these landmarks in pin-sharp detail, with fun illustrations highlighting special features further. Kids will have fun with the book's interactive format, opening full-page gatefolds to view spectacular scenes, and lifting small flaps to reveal the secrets of these amazing structures. It's the wonders of the world in a book!
Contents includes:
- Christ the Redeemer Statue, Brazil - Statue of Liberty, USA - The White House, USA - Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, UK - Eiffel Tower, France, Europe - Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy - Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany - The Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt - Soccer City (FNB Stadium), South Africa - Burj Khalifa, Dubai - Taj Mahal, India - Forbidden City, China - Sydney Opera House, Australia
Explore the amazing world of maps from the first sketches on cave walls to real time maps on phones.
Discover their incredible history and marvel at ancient maps, war maps, weather maps and even interactive maps from computer games. Packed with awesome facts, kids will soon grasp how to read maps and symbols - plus learn how to make their own!
Wow-factor maps, astounding historic photographs and lively text make this incredible map book the ultimate gift for kids - and grown ups too. Insightful case studies including Winston Churchill's Map Room and John Snow's groundbreaking 1854 cholera map will fascinate readers and aid learning; while unusual maps of the night sky, wildlife, populations, time-zones and even famous maps from literature and video games show the full breadth of the many mind-blowing maps in existence.
Inside The Maps Book:
- An exciting journey through the history of maps including ancient maps, the first ever world map, the mapping of the world wars and beyond - Vibrant artwork, unusual maps, historic photos and engaging text bring the world of maps to life - Fascinating case studies aid learning and comprehension - Revolutionary modern maps explained in detail covering GPS, online maps, streetview, 3D mapping, magnetic-field maps, map apps on phones, flight radar maps and other uses of modern cartography - Making maps, using mapping tools and understanding more about the equipment cartographers use to create and design maps - How to read a map including longitude and latitude, grid lines, contour lines, symbols and keys as well as directions for using a compass - plus how to make your own map - Full-breadth of maps and their purposes such as political maps, infographic maps, transport maps, city maps, weather maps, topographic maps, geological maps, population maps, archaeology maps and mapping the natural world including climate change - Unique and quirky maps that kids and adults know and love like Middle Earth and 100 Acre Wood to board game maps and mapping in best-selling video games The Maps Book is the latest in Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series following on from The Travel Book, The Cities Book, The Big Earth Book, The Animal Book, The Flags Book, The Oceans Book, The Dinosaur Book and The Weather Book. Written by British author and archaeologist, Jo Bourne, this definitive guide to maps will keep curious minds engaged as they take a deep dive into the amazing world of cartography.
Uncover our planet's most sensational secrets with this mind-boggling atlas of mysteries that's packed with over 70 strange and unexplained enigmas. Bursting with stories about UFO sightings, monsters on the run, bizarre disappearances, ghostly hauntings and more, Mysterious World is the ultimate kid's guide to curious events from across the globe.
When was the last sighting of the Abominable Snowman? Why does the legend of Area 51 still fascinate us today? What happened to the people who discovered Tutankhamun's tomb and were they really cursed? With fun facts and spooky tales on every page, this epic mystery atlas is an awesome guide to the unusual. Kids will soon be impressing their friends and family with intriguing details from paranormal stories; all that's left to decide is... do you believe them?
Inside Mysterious World:
More than 70 famous and obscure mysteries from across the planet
Provides a global view of all that is unexplained with continent-based chapters that take an in-depth look at each thrilling tale
Fascinating facts, historic photographs, maps, illustrations, and bespoke original art add to this book's irresistible appeal
Contents include: North America - Aliens and UFOs in Roswell, USA; The Oak Island Mystery, Nova Scotia, Canada. South America - El Dorado, Lost City of Gold, Colombia; The Nazca Lines, Peru. Europe - The Missing Keepers of Flannan Lighthouse, Scotland, UK; The Crooked Forest, Poland. Africa - The Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, Egypt; Kongamato, Zambia. Asia - Mongolian Death Worm, Mongolia; Mustang Caves, Nepal. Oceania - Yowie, Australia; Kaikoura lights, New Zealand
Written by Laura Knowles, author of It Starts with a Seed, which won the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Nonfiction.
Mysterious World is the much-anticipated follow up to Lonely Planet Kids' Hidden Wonders. It is the perfect gift for curious children in search of a head-scratching kick to their reading list - if it's unexplained, peculiar and strange, it's in this book.
Lonely Planet's Pocket Las Vegas is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighborhood by neighborhood. Explore the casinos, ride the Slotzilla zipline, and learn how the Mafia shaped Sin City at the Mob Museum; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Las Vegas and make the most of your trip!
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Las Vegas:
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak ;
Full-color maps and travel photography throughout ;
Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests ;
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots ;
Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices ;
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss ;
Convenient pull-out Las Vegas map (included in print version), plus over 18 color neighborhood maps ;
User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time ;
Covers the Strip, east of the Strip, west of the Strip, Downtown & Fremont Street, Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam & Lake Mead and more ;
The Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet's Pocket Las Vegas, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighborhood by neighborhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Los Angeles with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.
A lip-smacking compendium of sweet, crunchy, chewy and salty treats from around the world awaits. Do you dare to dig in?
From cheese and onion flavoured chocolate bars in Ireland to twisted 'tornado potatoes' in South Korea; crispy deep-fried churros in Spain to a spaghetti-style ice cream in Germany, Snacks Around the World is packed with fun - and flavourful - facts about popular and lesser-known bites with a fascinating exploration into food history, culture and traditions!
Inside
Snacks Around the World:
More than 200 popular and bizarre snacks from all over the world including daring pairings, sweet treats and adventurous eats
Introduces kids to the incredible variety of awesome foods from different countries
Fun 'Snack Spotlights' offer insights into food culture including: Vending Machines; Gum Ban in Singapore; Street Food; and more
Discover snacks throughout history with 'Tasty Timelines' from popcorn, pizza, turkish delight and jelly beans
Bonus section dedicated to Confectionary Snacks to excite curious readers with a sweet tooth
Lively and bold illustrated cover by Toby Triumph with additional illustrations and photos throughout
Written by Lisa M. Gerry, author of numerous children's books including 100 Ways to Be Thankful, 100 Ways to Make the World Better, and Water! Why Every Drop Counts and How You Can Start Making Waves to Protect It
Covers chewy, crunchy, sweet and salty snacks from: the USA, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Canada, Cuba, Mexico, Brazil, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Japan, China, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Philippines, Australia, UK, Portugal, Sweden, Greece, France, Spain, Italy, Turkey, South Africa, and many more
Explore the world one unique and tasty treat at a time with this epic collection of snacks from across the planet that's perfect for kids and grown-ups alike.
