Books by Lonely Planet Kids

Did you know that flags are actually pictures that send a message to everyone who sees them? In The Flag Book you'll uncover the hidden meanings of flags- from country and state colours to flags used in sports, on ships and aeroplanes, and by the most dastardly of Caribbean pirates.

Where does luggage go after check in? What happens in the control tower? How do planes actually fly? This interactive, lift-the-flap book takes you behind-the-scenes to uncover the hidden secrets of the airport- from a peek inside the cockpit to the hustle and bustle of departures.

New York will come alive with this beautiful, colourful pop-up book from Lonely Planet Kids. The perfect introduction to the magic of New York for any age, this beautifully illustrated, stylish look at the city's iconic landmarks will kickstart the travel bug in young explorers! Includes pop-ups of Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty and more.

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.

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!

Lonely Planet KidsâEUR(TM) Amazing Night Sky Atlas looks upwards to the skies for a fun- and fact-packed guide to astronomy. Featuring a mix of photography and illustration, this book covers topics that range from the science of stargazing to the practicalities of how to use a telescope and the stories that different cultures tell about the night sky.

Buckle up! This interactive and colourful atlas takes young readers on a hands-on journey all around the world. Each page turned brings a new continent and its famous forms of transport to life. Beautifully illustrated and with over 100 flaps to lift, we reveal fun facts and insights into the inner workings of everything from planes to trains.

Travel across the world and back in time to meet the incredible creatures that once stalked our planet, including dinosaurs, flying reptiles and marine monsters. From T. Rexes to pterosaurs, you'll find it here. Each dinosaur gets its own page or spread, illustrated with a mixture of original artwork and photos, and filled with fascinating facts.

What is the most popular pet in the world? Where is the hottest place on Earth? When was the first country formed? Learn these and dozens of other fascinating facts about the planet and its people with this dynamically-illustrated and informative guide, packed to the brim with graphs and charts about the world in which we live.

What animals will you encounter in the forest? How do you avoid a bear attack? Where do you find water in the desert? How do you build shelter on an island? This handy guide is packed with tips and tricks to survive in the wilderness, from gathering supplies, to reading a map and even escaping quicksand!

Get talking with this fun and accessible guide to French, perfect for any young learner. Topics include greetings, discussing school, hobbies, pets, favourite foods, and many more. With a simple introduction to the language and easy-to-follow pronunciation guides, this book makes French as easy as un, deux, trois!

Get talking with this fun and accessible guide to Spanish, perfect for any young learner. Topics include greetings, discussing school, hobbies, pets, favourite foods, and many more. With a simple introduction to the language and easy-to-follow pronunciation guides, this book makes Spanish as easy as uno, dos, tres!

From dinosaur palaeontologist and snake-venom collector to water slide tester, Tower of London Ravenmaster, octopus keeper and panda nanny, discover the most fun, surprising and enjoyable jobs found on planet Earth - and see just how different and amazing the world of work can be.

Bring the Japanese language to life with this beautifully illustrated children's book. Perfect for the whole family, it features 100 words to use while traveling, from food and transport, to animals and weather. Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration and a simple pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn.

Bring the Italian language to life with this beautifully illustrated children's book. Perfect for the whole family, it features 100 words to use while traveling, from food and transport, to animals and weather. Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration and a simple pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn.

Bring the French language to life with this beautifully illustrated children's book. Perfect for the whole family, it features 100 words to use while travelling, from food and transport, to animals and weather. Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration and a simple pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn.

Bring the Spanish language to life with this beautifully illustrated children's book. Perfect for the whole family, it features 100 words to use while travelling, from food and transport, to animals and weather. Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration and a simple pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn.

Everything young explorers needs to know to travel in space, covering what life in zero gravity is like, how to find your way around the solar system, and the all-important question of how to pee in a spacesuit!

This beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book explores and celebrates different people, places, cultures and traditions from across the world. Featuring eight festivals, this title provides a glimpse into diverse traditions, customs and beliefs. Find out about New Year in China, Christmas in Germany, the Day of the Dead in Mexico and more.

From the secrets of weather forecasting to discovering 'animal rain', 'ice bombs' and 'ball lightning‿, this book is a thrill-packed journey through the world of weather. It also looks at the topics of pollution and climate change - how humans can affect the weather, the impact of global warming and, most importantly, what we can all do to help.

Did you know that around 550 people have been to space, but only around 20 people have been to the bottom of the ocean? Lonely Planet KidsâEUR(TM) Factopia - Planet Earth is packed with amazing facts that are brought to life by stunning illustrations and imaginative infographics. It's going to be an exciting journey for young geographers!

Get ready to travel across the world and back into history, to meet some of the worldâEUR(TM)s greatest explorers in this big fun, fully illustrated reference book. Learn about the lives of Amelia Earhart and Charles Darwin, and explore themed spreads that investigate everything from the First Journeys out of Africa to Aboriginal Songlines.

From forest bathing in Japan and playing the drums in Mali, to Danish hygge, Indian yoga and sharing a feast with family in the USA, every culture has its own unique take on how to achieve contentedness. Featuring Wazza Pink's stunning artwork, Lonely Planet KidsâEUR(TM) Happiness Around the World is the ultimate guide to the world of wellbeing.

Explore the paw-some world of pooches in this definitive guide to dogs that's packed with fun facts and illustrations. Large continent maps show the origin of 150 weird and wonderful breeds like the Greenland Dog with wicked sledging skills. Plus amazing Pooch Profiles provide size, coat and personality stats. Kids will love this who's who of dogs!

Packed with over 60 ideas to invent, make and play your own games, this book is perfect for keeping kids entertained while on the go - whether that's in the car, on a plane, or on holiday. With ideas for games that range from making jigsaws to scavenger hunts and travel 'I spy', we help you get started with step-by-step photographs and templates.