New Releases by Lonely Planet Kids

Explore the incredible world of bugs in this latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids'' The Fact Bookseries. From giant millipedes to deadly spiders; jewel-like beetles to jungle leaf-insects; come and take a mini safari across the continents to uncover the incredible array of insects, arachnids and myriapods that roam our planet. If it crawls, scuttles, flutters or stings, you''ll find it in The Bugs Book. Inside The Bugs Book: Travel across six bug-tastic continents- North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania - and learn about the few bugs found in Antarctica! Discover fact-packed bug profiles with fascinating size, habitat and diet stats to wow your friends Features stunning macro photography so you can see each of the insects up close Detailed illustrations by Daniel Limon bring these amazing minibeasts to life- Daniel has created artwork for numerous nature and animal books including Lonely Planet Kids'' The Ocean Bookand Ocean Animal Atlas Written by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids'' Amazing Night Sky Atlas, Amazing Ancient History Atlas, and The Rocks Book Contents include: North America - Hickory Horned Devil; Black Widow; Monarch Butterfly. South America - Goliath Birdeater Tarantula; Fire Ant; Giant Water Bug.Europe - Hummingbird Hawkmoth; Cuckoo Wasp; Western Honeybee. Africa- Deathstalker Scorpion; Rainbow Shield Bug; Desert Locust.Asia - Giant Stick Insect; Orchid Mantis; Atlas Moth.Oceania - Smurf Bug; Termite; Gumleaf Skelotonizer; and more Learn all about the minibeasts we share our planet with in this awesome study of creepy-crawlies. This is the perfect gift for curious kids who are fascinated by all things bugs!

Discover the ROARSOME world of dinosaurs with this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book for dino-mad kids! Take a hands-on tour through the amazing world of dinosaurs and learn about where they lived, what they ate and how they spent their days. From the terrifying T-rex to the long-necked diplodocus, you''ll find some of the biggest, mightiest and deadliest dinos inside the pages of this book - with exciting lift-the-flaps that reveal extra secrets and surprises! Inside My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas: Over 50 interactive flaps to lift, all hiding amazing extra facts and dinotastic-details Fascinating introduction to the world of dinosaurs that explores these incredible creatures across the continents Beautiful visuals on every page with illustrations by Teresa Bellon, best known for illustrating Lonely Planet Kids'' My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas, as well as several Usborne and Pan Macmillan children''s books Written by Kate Baker, author of many Lonely Planet Kids'' books including A Place Called Home,A Time to Celebrate, Seek and Find Cities, and Happiness Around the World Contents feature:The World of Dinosaurs; North America; South America; Europe; Africa; Asia; Oceania; Antarctica Explore the world of dinosaurs through the eyes of an early reader with this fun and entertaining follow-up to My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas. This is the perfect reading gift for dino-mad children everywhere!

Heartwarming children''s stories await in this beautiful fully-illustrated book packed with magical writing about nighttime; from shooting stars to moonbows and animals going to sleep. Settle down for the evening with this cosy read for curious minds. Discover uplifting non-fiction stories about our amazing world at night with 5-minute realtalesabout the setting sun, nocturnal creatures, constellations, flowers that bloom under the moon and more. This is the perfect book for reading aloud with little ones or for older children to read on their own. Inside Good Night, Earth: 5 Minute Stories About Nature After Dark 25 warm and delightful short stories for children that invite them to discover our natural world during nighttime Includes a world map that shows the locations of the stories in the book Fully-illustrated throughout and beautifully presented as a hardcovermaking it the perfect gift Chapters categorise the stories into key themes: The Sun Sets; Getting Cosy; Wide Awake; Light''s On!; Time to Grow; A Midnight Sky Featured nighttime tales:The Wandering Hippo; Dance of the Starlings; The Orangutan''s New Nest; Home at Last; Life in the Shadows; Firefly Flashes, The Bay That Glows; The Rimu Tree''s Rare Berries; A Sparkling Surprise; Into the Sea; A Magical Mist; and many more Written by Rose Davidson, a contributing editor for National Geographic Kids magazine and the author of multiple children''s books Illustrated by Ester Gouw, a children''s storytelling artist with a passion for illustrating folk tales, books about morals and legends, and stories that educate readers about culture and diversity Get to know our amazing world by night with these gorgeous stories for children that both educate and entertain. This is a must-have book for the little reader in your life.

Take a bird''s-eye tour of our amazing planet in this wow-factor photographic book with altitude - and attitude! Hold the world in your hands and discover epic new perspectives of renowned cities, monuments and natural landscapes across the globe. Travel continent-by-continent and soar above the Great Pyramid, the Statue of Liberty, Mount Everest and more using the awesome aerial photography throughout this fascinating guide. Inside The World from Above: Get a whole new-look at planet Earth from up above and explore bucket-list landmarks, attractions and destinations from a different angle Incredible aerial photography, satellite images and maps Divided into seven continent chapters: North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania and Antarctica Features ''Guides from Above''to major world cities including: New York, Mexico City, London, Paris, Cape Town, Shanghai and Sydney, and picks out their greatest features Packed with geographical information and fun factsthat both inspire and educate readers Written by Ben Hubbard, author of more than 130 booksincluding the following for Lonely Planet Kids: The Complete Guide to Space Exploration; Kids Survival Guide; Ocean Animal Atlas; and Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks Contents include: North America- Niagara Falls (Canada/USA), Panama Canal (Panama). South America - Machu Picchu (Peru), Atacama Desert (Chile). Europe- Grand Canal (Venice, Italy), The Acropolis (Athens, Greece). Africa - Sahara Desert (Morocco), Table Mountain (South Africa). Asia- Taj Mahal (India), Angkor Wat (Cambodia). Oceania - Great Barrier Reef (Australia), Mount Taranaki (New Zealand). Antarctica- Mount Erebus, McMurdo Dry Valleys. And more! This is the perfect book for curious kids and families who want to learn more about our world - and see it all too - from a unique point of view.

LPK Guide to Paris 1 [AU/UK]

LPK Guide to New York City 1 [AU/UK]

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 Worldis 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 200popular andbizarre snacks from all over the world including daring pairings, sweet treatsand adventurous eats Introduces kids to the incredible variety of awesome foods from different countries Fun ''Snack Spotlights'' offer insightsinto food cultureincluding: 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 Triumphwith 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, andWater! Why Every Drop Counts and How You Can Start Making Waves to Protect It Covers chewy, crunchy, sweet and salty snacksfrom: 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.

Lonely Planet Kids Explorer''s Nature Journal [AU/UK]

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!

Celebrate games and sports from across the globe with this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book. From the USA to Cameroon and Brazil, this title reveals how kids have fun in various nations, highlighting both famous and lesser-known sports. With over 40 flaps to lift, it''s an interactive and fun packed sporting journey around the world.

This spine-tingling collection of spooky stories features over 20 eerie tales from across the globe. Discover bewitching retellings of ghost- and monster-filled myths regaled with ghoulish relish and journey continent-by-continent through this haunting book. With shocks and twists like you wouldn''t believe - are you brave enough to read them all? Packed with mind-boggling mysteries, real unexplained enigmas and traditional stories that are sure to send shivers down your spine, Spooky Stories of the Worldis the ultimate feast for Halloween-loving kids and readers in search of a fright. Meet vampires, werewolves and fearsome monsters that hide in the shadows in this one-of-a-kind round-the-world collection of hair-raising tales. Inside Spooky Stories of the World: - 20 fang-tastic stories from around the world featuring both traditional tales and unexplained mysteries from modern times - Arranged continent by continent with spooky illustrations, original artwork and simple locator maps throughout - Chilling tales include: The Girl and the Chenoo (Canada), The Curupira (Brazil), The Basilisk of Vilnius (Lithuania), The Talking Skull (Cameroon), The Cold Lady (Japan), Tawhaki and the Ponaturi (New Zealand) Spooky Stories of the World is the much-anticipated follow-up to Myths and Legends of the World. Written by British-Guyanese author and professional storyteller Wendy Shearer, and illustrated by Teo Georgiey, this is the perfect book for curious kids in search of a creepy kick to their reading list and is probably best read with the lights left on! 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!

Discover 12 gripping retellings of fascinating shipwrecks in this mind-blowing kids book packed with heroic escapes, daring rescues and oceanic adventure. Bursting with amazing illustrations, historic photography and interactive surprises: this is a must-buy book for curious minds fascinated by dramatic real-life events and the secrets of the sea. Did you know there are over three million shipwrecks lying beneath the world''s seabeds? Unearth 12 legendary stories buried with each wreck and learn about the ship''s original mission; the period it sailed in; the day it all went wrong; and the moment the ship was discovered at the bottom of the ocean. From the Mary Rose; the Queen Anne''s Revenge; the HMS Terror;to the most famous of all, RMS Titanic- children will delight in unfolding the book''s interactive pages that bring these historical stories to life. Inside Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks: - Over 12 dramatic retellings of shipwrecks throughout history and across the world - Stunning original artwork, maps, illustrations and photographyaccompany each story - Insightful details, unique facts and observations examine the ship''s purpose, the period it was built, its original appearance, the day it sank and the moment it was found - Lift-the-flaps, open the gatefolds and other novelty elementskeep readers engaged and reveal extra imagery and information - Covers: ThePunic Ship (Mediterranean Sea, Italy); Roskilde 6 (Denmark);Mary Rose (English Channel, England); Vasa (Stockholm Harbour, Sweden); San José (Cartagena, Colombia);Queen Anne''s Revenge (North Carolina, USA); HMS Erebus & HMS Terror (Canada); SS Yongala (Pacific Ocean, Queensland, Australia); RMS Titanic (North Atlantic); Endurance (Weddell Sea, Antarctica); USS Indianapolis(Philippine Sea) Lost at Sea! Shipwrecksis the ultimate gift for children - and grown ups - who are mesmerised by the ocean and the mysteries that lie beneath it. Written by Ben Hubbard and illustrated by Eoin Coveney, readers can dive into the riveting retellings of each shipwreck story and learn all there is to know about some of the world''s most infamous vessels taken by the waves. 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 travelers, 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!

Take a hands-on tour of our amazing planet in this interactive world atlas for young kids that explores all 7 continents and 5 oceans that make up the Earth. Packed with vibrant illustrations, 40 lift-the-flaps, and tons of wow-factor facts; readers will even discover a giant pull-out map and fun search-and-find games. Let the adventure begin! Did you know there are more than 1 billion people in Africa, living in 54 countries and speaking more than 1,500 languages? Or that the world''s first cities were built in Asia thousands of years ago? Meet the rare and exotic animals and wildlife that represent each continent; learn about society''s many fascinating cultural traditions; discover famous landmarks and monuments; and more with this glorious introduction to the globe that can be revisited time and time again. Inside My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas: - 40 entertaining lift-the flapsthat reveal extra surprises and brilliant facts - Fun search-and-find games to keep readers engaged and further learning - Includes a giant pull-out map of the world to be enjoyed by kids and grown-ups alike - Beautiful illustrations and visualson every page - Uses accessible and simple language, perfect for introducing little-ones to the world we live in - Written by Kate Baker and Illustrated by Teresa Bellon - Contents include: Planet Earth; North America; South America; Africa; Europe; Asia; Australia; Antarctica; giant pull-out world map Embark on your first globe-trotting adventure with this colourful and lively world atlas that offers the ultimate introduction to Planet Earth. This beautiful atlas makes an ideal gift for early readers and offers plenty of fun features for children to enjoy and explore. 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 travelers, 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!

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. There are suggestions for fun things to do throughout the entire trip, whether you''re in-the-tent or on-the-road, around the campfire or at the picnic table, as well tips for exploring nature in and around the campground. 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). InsideCreate Your Own Camping Activities: - Basic guide to camping - from what equipment you''ll need to pack, to setting up your tent and exploring the area around you. - Camping games and activities- Make your own camp-ground treasure hunt, campground obstacle course, lawn games, sleeping bag races. - Camping crafts - Create a nature collage, make camping hats with leaves and twigs, nature paintings, stick mazes. - Exploring the great outdoors- Tree climbing, create your own nature journal, nature scavenger hunt, make nature rubbings, using field guides to find rocks, plants and animals, listening out for creatures at night. - Camping survival skills- Building your own shelter, going fishing, foraging for food, orienteering (reading a map and a compass), building your own campfire or pizza box solar oven (fully supervised!), morse-code messages. - Around the campfire- Camp-style cooking (toasting marshmallows, making s''mores), campfire games, stargazing, campfire songs and stories. 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!

Take a deep dive into the aquatic world to see sealife as you''ve never seen it before. Ocean by ocean and sea by sea, readers will discover all the amazing animals that inhabit this watery landscape, from ferocious sharks and giant whales to multicoloured tropical fish, long-legged squid and strange bioluminescent creatures that glow eerily in the ocean depths. Beautiful illustrations, dynamic photos and fact-packed text will reveal the lives, habitats and behaviours of these incredible marine creatures. Maps and diagrams will show where the animals live - both horizontally across the oceans (including migration routes), and vertically from the surface down to the seabed. It''s an underwater adventure in a book. Content includes: History of Ocean Life Types of ocean creatures Marine habitats Ocean topography Oceans at risk Ocean exploration Currents and gyres Ocean food chains Ocean water Ocean winds and storms Seas vs Oceans Atlantic Ocean Major Seas (Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Baltic Sea, North Sea) Arctic Ocean Indian ocean (plus Red Sea and Bay of Bengal) Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean - Depth Zones, including Mariana Trench Southern Ocean 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 travelers, 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!

Featuring the stunning illustrations of James Gulliver Hancock, Lonely Planet Kids'' How Everything Works will take a close-up look at the world around us to examine well-known, everyday environments and reveal how all the various objects and machines found there operate. Lift-the-flaps to discover how the ordinary can become extraordinary!

Hop aboard our special mini-bus for an unforgettable tour around the most fascinating destination in the entire Universe - you! Shrink down to a microscopic size to explore all the systems that make up the human body. With fun facts and a mix of illustrations and photos - it''s the human body as you''ve never experienced it before.

Buckle up! This interactive and colourful atlas takes young readers on a hands-on journey all around the world. Discover the stories behind the world''s most iconic vehicles, including the countries where they were invented and the places that they''re strongly associated with. Each page turned brings a new continent and its famous forms of transport to life. Discover how the first aeroplane took flight in America, the speed at which Japan''s shinkansen bullet trains travel, and when the first hot air balloon floated into the sky of France. Plus we''ll set sail to learn about the longships rowed by Scandinavia''s vikings and the icebreakers that are used to plough through Antarctica''s sea ice. Featuring over 100 flaps that lift to reveal fun facts and the inner workings of vehicles, this beautifully illustrated atlas will turbocharge kids'' interest in the world of transport and travel. 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!

Get to know our diverse planet with the second edition of this best-selling title. Thoroughly updated and revised and, for the first time, the book will now cover the entire globe with a full page dedicated to every independent country. Bringing the world to life via maps, full-colour photographs, original art and lively, accessible text.

Come on a round-the-world adventure as we explore 60 amazing places from across the globe! Packed with fascinating facts, this fully illustrated book introduces kids to some of the best places to visit on our planet. Continent by continent, they''ll find out the top things to see and do: playing in Central Park, getting lost in the Amazon Jungle, climbing the Eiffel Tower, exploring the Great Wall of China, touring Sydney Harbour and much more. Fun, accessible text and lively artwork by Pippa Curnick, David Shepard and Mike Love bring each place vividly to life. Contents include: Playing in Central Park, New York (North America) Touring Mexico City during the Day of the Dead (North America) Exploring the Amazon Jungle in Brazil (South America) Climbing Machu Picchu in Peru''s Andes (South America) Taking a boat trip down the Seine in Paris (Europe) Joining the crowds at Venice''s carnival on a gondola cruise (Europe) Cruising the Nile to see the wonders of ancient Egypt (Africa) Going on Safari to see lions and elephants in Tanzania''s Serengeti Plains (Africa) Negotiating the world''s busiest road crossing in Tokyo, Japan (Asia) Wandering along the Great Wall of China (Asia) Touring Sydney Harbour (Australasia) Climbing the mountains of New Zealand''s South Island (Australasia) And lots more 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!

Introduce children to the wonderful ways love is expressed in different cultures and countries across the globe. From gifting lunch boxes in Japan to adorning brides with beautiful henna designs in India, writing someone a loving poem on Sinterklaas in the Netherlands or lighting a lantern on the Chinese New Year, Love Around The World shows the ways family and friendship are celebrated around the world. This colorful, 32-page book fully explores the themes of family and friendship all around the world. With beautifully-written words by Alli Brydon and exquisite illustrations by Wazza Pink, children will be taken on a journey to a wide variety of cultures and different ways of life. From Wales to Iran to Japan, love is, after all, a universal language. 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!

Introduce children to the wonderful ways love is expressed in different cultures and countries across the globe. From gifting lunch boxes in Japan to adorning brides with beautiful henna designs in India, writing someone a loving poem on Sinterklaas in the Netherlands or lighting a lantern on the Chinese New Year, Love Around The World shows the ways family and friendship are celebrated around the world. This colourful, 32-page book fully explores the themes of family and friendship all around the world. With beautifully-written words by Alli Brydon and exquisite illustrations by Wazza Pink, children will be taken on a journey to a wide variety of cultures and different ways of life. From Wales to Iran to Japan, love is, after all, a universal language. 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!

This fun and colourful lift-the-flap book gives a unique insight into how cities looked in the past, compared to how they look now. With ancient cities and ruins including Pompeii, Great Zimbabwe and Babylon, discover how history has shaped our planet''''s urban areas and changed them over time. Featured cities include: Thebes in Egypt (c. 900 BCE) - Shows the ancient Egyptian capital of Thebes compared to the modern city of Luxor. Featured elements include the Temple of Karnak, the Temple of Luxor and King Tutankahmun''''s Tomb in the Valley of the Kings Constantinople, Turkey (c. 550) - Highlights the capital of the Eastern Roman/Byzantine Empire as it looked at its peak in the 6th century, with its giant hippodrome compared with the modern city of Istanbul Aarhus, Denmark (c. 950) - Showcases the Viking city of Aarhus as it was in the 10th century, compared to the port city that has grown up in its place Tenochtitlan, Mexico (c. 1521) - Exhibits the vast capital of the Aztecs as it was at the moment of the Spanish invasion compared to the cosmopolitan Mexico City which was built on top of it Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (c. 1565) - Explores the Brazilian city as it looked at the moment of its foundation, still largely covered in tropical jungle, to how it looks now London, United Kingdom (c. 1666) - Delves into how London has changed since the time of the Great Fire of London to the present day And much, much more! 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!

An adrenaline-fuelled guide to extreme sports for kids, including snowboarding, skydiving, BMXing, rock climbing and much more. As well as a general introduction to each sport, discover star athletes such as Shaun White, Chloe Kim and Danny Way, a list of essential slang, a timeline of the sport''s development and a rundown of global hotspots - all accompanied by rad street-art graphics and epic photos. Soar through the air like a bird, ride the waves and scale mountain heights as you explore what exactly it means to do an extreme sport. Brave the elements with dare and skill as you follow athletes skydiving, rock climbing, skiing, paragliding, scuba diving and much more, discovering the best places on earth to get the adrenaline pumping. With words by Emma Carlson Bernie and fun illustrations throughout, this bright and colourful guide is a great introduction to adventure sports for both kids and adults alike. 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!

Based on the latest scientific thinking, this informative, fun guide predicts what our planet will be like many years into the future. How will our cities look? What kinds of transportation will we use? How will we entertain ourselves? Where will we work? These questions and more are asked and answered in Lonely Planet Kids'' Future Worlds.

This follow-up series to First Words provides an easy transition from learning single words to forming simple phrases. Kids learn simple conversation starters and responses, or can create their own unique phrases by combining building blocks of language.

"This follow-up series to First Words provides an easy transition from learning single words to forming simple phrases. Kids learn simple conversation starters and responses, or can create their own unique phrases by combining building blocks of language"--Goodreads.com

This follow-up series to First Words provides an easy transition from learning single words to forming simple phrases. Kids learn simple conversation starters and responses, or can create their own unique phrases by combining building blocks of language.