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Atlas Of Adventures

Atlas Of Adventures

Published in
2014
4.35
on Goodreads (217)

Description

Set your spirit of adventure free with this lavishly illustrated trip around the world, which brings together more than 100 activities and challenges from every corner of the globe to inspire adventurers of any age. Whether you're visiting the penguins of Antarctica, joining the Carnival in Brazil or taking a canoe safari down the Zambezi River, this book will take young travellers on whole host of fascinating adventures across the continents.Each section begins with an infographic map of the region it explores, followed by richly detailed two-page spreads featuring its most fascinating locations. You'll get to go to sleep under the Northern Lights, meet millions of monarch butterflies in the boreal forests of Mexico's volcanic mountains, shower with an elephant in Chiang Mai and go snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef, among many other amazing adventures. This book celebrates the great diversity of our planet: with every turn of the page, you'll come across different animals, people and sights unique to each of the locations. Look out for two adventurers in every scene as you travel through the book. Discover with them hundreds of things to spot and learn about.Interesting facts and figures pepper the scenes. Did you know that London's Big Ben clock bell weighs as much as a small elephant? Or that more than one-third of the world's commercial supply of pineapples comes from Hawaii? A 'Can you find?' page at the back challenges you to explore the pages even deeper by locating the pictured people, animals and things. With epic adventures from the four corners of the globe and discoveries to be made on your own doorstep, this book will inspire you to set off on your own journey of discovery.Praise for the Atlas of Adventures series: 'It encourages curiosity, understanding and tolerance and nurtures a love of the world around us.' - The Bookbag, on Atlas of Adventures 'Lucy Letherland's inky illustrations make the book a joy to look at.' - The Guardian, on Atlas of Dinosaur Adventures '… it is akin to opening up a chest of treasures.' - BooksforTopics, on Atlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World 'Another absolutely gorgeous addition to the Atlas of Adventures series.' - Goodreads, on Atlas of Ocean Adventures
Age
4-7
Text complexity
proficient
Length
96 pages

Why to read

  • Educational Value: 'Atlas of Adventures' provides a wealth of information about different cultures, landmarks, and animals from around the world, making it an excellent educational resource for children and adults alike.
  • Stunning Illustrations: The book features vibrant and detailed illustrations by Lucy Letherland, which can captivate readers of all ages and stimulate visual learning and imagination.
  • Inspiration for Travel and Exploration: By showcasing a variety of adventures across the globe, the book can inspire readers to explore new places, experience different cultures, and embark on their own adventures.
  • Interactive Learning Experience: With its large format and engaging content, 'Atlas of Adventures' encourages interactive reading sessions, making it perfect for shared reading with family or in educational settings, and it can help foster discussions about geography and the world.