My World and Globe

By Ira Wolfman and Paul Meisel

Book Overview

The world has changed since 1991. There are even ten more countries, from East Timor to Palau. But one thing hasn't changed-the need for kids to learn their geography, and to have fun doing it. Introducing the revised edition of "My World & Globe," the 558,000-copy bestselling book and kit whose praises were sung by "Better Homes & Gardens Guide to Children's Products"-helps kids . . . understand everything from animals and oceans to explorers and the equator. "Child "magazine--comes with a child-friendly geography book, an inflatable globe, and stickers so kids can customize their globe--making the world their own. And "The Los Angeles Times" explains] everything from how a map maker puts a round world on a flat page, to why it's night in Los Angeles when it's morning in London. The package is irresistible, combining a fully illustrated book with an inflatable, custom-designed 18-inch globe printed with basic physical features, with 110 full-color stickers. The book is revised throughout, and redesigned for a contemporary look. The included stickers are now durable vinyl and reusable, so after putting the banana sticker where bananas grow and the I Live Here arrow where it belongs, kids can peel them off and start all over again--or have a friend or sibling give it a try. And the coolest new feature: The new square package includes a cardboard display stand, allowing kids one and all to show off their world.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761130691
• ISBN13: 9780761130697
• Release Date: July 2003
• Publisher: Workman Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 8.0" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 6 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 1 and higher

Customer Reviews

Get to know the globe

My 2 yr old granddaughter showed an interest in the Earth and other planets. this was a great way to introduce it to her..and it has play value as well

Amazing

My World is a well-executed concept, one that both children and adults will take pleasure in. The author, Ira Wolfman, has found a uniquely clever way to spark geological interest in young children. Wolfman and illustrator, Paul Meisel, take children on an incredible journey around the world and back again, doing so in a way to keep them entertained and educated. Black, white and blue hued illustrations make reading My World easy and enjoyable. The text is smooth and uses some interesting techniques to rework terms into the language of a child. I am not exaggerating when I say that every youngster in the world should own a copy of this book. Complete with 18" inflatable globe along with stickers to mark important points and places of interest.