Our World: A First Book of Geography
Part of the Our World Collection series
- Subject
- Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - Geography
- Age
- 0-3 years
- Format
- Board Book
- Pages
- 26
- Publisher
- Phaidon Press Limited
- Size
- 12.4 cm × 31.8 cm
- ISBN
- 9781838660819
Selected as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2024 | A Parents Magazine Best Book of the Year
As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com, ‘These three beautifully designed books will introduce kids to life underwater, the galaxies above, and their own world here on earth.’
‘[A] beautifully illustrated geographical primer.’ – Washington Post
Explore Earth’s amazing geography with this unique picture book that transforms into a freestanding globe.
Selected by Parents Magazine as a Best Book of the Year, Our World is a colorful, creative celebration of our planet. This read-aloud introduction to geography is also a beautifully designed object which opens and folds back into a sturdy circular globe fastened by a hidden magnetic closure.
Our World teaches young children to identify and experience Earth's diverse geography through rhyming verse and lush illustrations of its features – from rivers, lakes, and oceans deep to valleys, hills, and mountains steep. Secondary text offers more detailed, curriculum-focused facts and encourages children to consider their own living environments, presenting a personal perspective set against a global backdrop.
Inspiring, informative, and one-of-a-kind, this artful homage to Earth is both an invitation to explore the natural world and an object to be treasured for years to come.
Ages 2-6
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What reviewers said
'[A] Superior [picture book] ... [Our World] is an informative exploration of Earth's diverse environments and, rather marvellously, is designed so that it opens out to mimic a freestanding globe.'
'An artful, horizon-expanding introduction to our 'living home.''
'Our favorite books and new authors we can't wait to get our hands on. This informative homage to Earth is sure to inspire readers to learn more about their planet - and to engage with the world around them.'
'Our World would make a great addition to a storytime kit or as part of a unit on geography or global studies. It would also make a great gift for kids interested in learning more about the world but young enough to need a very simple introduction.'
'Our World is an appealing and intriguing addition to any home, school, classroom or public library!'
'An educational, playful and inspiring introduction to geography for the youngest readers... makes for one very attractive art object.'
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