Lonely Planet Kids The Maps Book

Explore the amazing world of maps from the first sketches on cave walls to real time maps on phones. Discover their incredible history and marvel at ancient maps, war maps, weather maps and even interactive maps from computer games. Packed with awesome facts, kids will soon grasp how to read maps and symbols - plus learn how to make their own!

The Maps Book

Maps are part of our everyday lives, and without them we would - quite literally - be lost ! Bursting with facts, this book explores the world of maps, revealing all the many different kinds - from transport maps that guide us around to weather maps that help us plan what to wear.

You'll discover physical maps, political maps, time-zone maps, population maps and even maps of hidden places, such as the sea floor and other planets. You'll also learn how to use maps, how maps are made and discover the long history of mapping, from ancient times to modern-day satellite technology. It's the ultimate guide to maps.