The Maps and Flags Book: Explore Amazing Facts, Maps, and Flags of the World - Hardcover

by Joe Fullman (Author), Andy Rowland (Illustrator)

Prepare for a globe-trotting adventure in this vibrant and exciting guide to the maps and flags of our world.

Organized by continent, and with every country in the world included, readers will discover key stats about each nation's population, currency, and flag, all presented in a fun and engaging way. Each country's entry also features a fun fact about their flag which helps readers to understand the meaning and symbolism of each one. Did you know that the colors of the US flag represent justice (blue), purity (white), and bravery (red)?

Along the way, kids will meet some amazing animals native to each region, from pigeons and warthogs, to dolphins and turtles! There are also some bonus quirky maps to spot, which cover topics like pirates, time zones, and journeys of exploration. With so much to learn, this new book is the perfect introduction for young geographers eager to explore the world.

Author Biography

Joe Fullman has been a writer and editor of nonfiction books, for both children and adults, for over 20 years. In that time he's written on everything from dinosaurs, ancient history and space to animals, inventions and music. He lives in London where he tries to take part in as many quizzes as he can.

Andy Rowland accepted his first drawing award, the MacMillan Children's Book Prize, while studying for a degree in Manchester. Years later, he has more than twenty published books to his name. He lives in the North of England.