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The Maps and Flags Book
Explore amazing facts, maps and flags of the world
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This fun and engaging book contains everything kids need to know about maps and flags of the world. The book features a detailed introduction, allowing readers to learn how maps are created, how countries are defined, and some useful background information about flags before they get...
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See moreThis fun and engaging book contains everything kids need to know about maps and flags of the world.
A brand-new reference book that combines maps of the world with country flags, stats and fun facts.
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Description
This fun and engaging book contains everything kids need to know about maps and flags of the world.
The book features a detailed introduction, allowing readers to learn how maps are created, how countries are defined, and some useful background information about flags before they get started.
The rest of The Maps and Flags Book is laid out by continent, with every country in the world listed alongside its flag and some key statistics such as population, capital city, and area. Each entry is accompanied by a fascinating fact to unpack the meaning and symbolism of each flag. Bonus quirky maps are dotted throughout, covering topics like national animals, journeys of exploration, pirate maps and flags, and time zones.
Packed with information and exciting facts, this is the perfect introduction to maps and flags for young geographers.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781916763135
Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 22 May 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Buster Books
Illustration: Full colour
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Andy Rowland
- Illustrated by Andy Rowland
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 444g
Pages: 96
About the Author
Joe Fullman has been a writer and editor of non-fiction books, for both children and adults, for over 20 years. In that time, he's enjoyed writing about all sorts of subjects, from dinosaurs, ancient history and space to animals, inventions and music. He has a particular interest in geography and has worked on numerous travel guides for Rough Guide, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
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