The Hello Atlas
What’s inside...
A beautifully illustrated atlas that introduces children to the world's languages and cultures, featuring colorful maps, fascinating facts, and simple greetings in 12 different languages. Look into the lives of children all over the world with this book that celebrates one of humanity's greatest achievements: written and verbal language. Including fully illustrated word charts, featuring children depicted in their home country, doing ordinary things, this book features more than 100 languages, from well-known and lesser known indigenous languages that introduce us to some of the world's most remote communities. With a foreword by ethnobotanist and explorer, Professor Wade Davis. Comes with a free, downloadable app for iOS and Android that allows you to hear the phrases in the book, each recorded by a native speaker.
Discussion points
What new greeting did you learn from the book and how do you think saying hello in that way makes people feel?
Why do you think it's important to know how to greet people from different cultures?
Which country's greeting would you like to try in real life and why?
How does learning different greetings help us understand and respect other cultures better?
What would you do if you met someone from one of the countries in the book? How would you greet them?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, be open and curious. Show genuine interest in your child's thoughts and encourage them to explore deeper meanings behind various greetings.
Use a world map to locate each country mentioned in the book. This visual aid can help children connect the greetings to specific geographical locations, enhancing their global awareness.
Practice different greetings mentioned in the book with your child. This role-playing activity can be fun and educational, making the learning experience more memorable.
Encourage your child to think about how they feel when someone says hello to them, linking emotions with the act of greeting, which can develop empathy and social skills.
Suggest your child to teach these new greetings to other family members or friends. Teaching others can reinforce their learning and boost their confidence.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Cultural Diversity
Explanation: The Hello Atlas introduces children to over 100 languages and cultures, showcasing the beauty of global diversity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect people from different backgrounds they meet in school or in their communities.
Example Lesson: Importance of Communication
Explanation: Through learning to say 'hello' in various languages, the book emphasizes the fundamental role of communication in connecting people.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice greeting others in different languages, fostering friendly interactions and inclusivity in diverse settings.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Lifelong Learning
Explanation: The diverse languages and cultures presented in The Hello Atlas inspire curiosity and a desire to learn more about the world.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore more about world geography, languages, and cultures, enhancing their global awareness and education.
Example Lesson: Understanding Global Citizenship
Explanation: This book provides a sense of global interconnectedness and the idea that we are all part of a larger global community.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being responsible global citizens who are aware of and sensitive to the wider world around them.