Description
About the book. The World from Above presents the Earth from a bird’s-eye view through aerial photography, satellite imagery, and maps. Ben Hubbard and Lonely Planet Kids allow the reader to view famous cities, monuments, and landscapes from a different perspective. The book is hardback, contains 144 pages, and was published in 2025.
Content. The journey spans seven continents and includes features such as Niagara Falls, the Panama Canal, Machu Picchu, the Sahara, and the Great Barrier Reef. Dedicated sections on major cities highlight the unique characteristics of New York, London, Paris, Shanghai, and Sydney. The sample pages shown take a closer look at Niagara Falls and the Grand Canal in Venice. The images are supplemented by geographical information and small maps that provide context for the locations.
Who is this book suitable for? Suitable for children and families who enjoy maps, photography, and identifying patterns in the landscape. The book can be used to compare how a city appears from the ground versus from above, or to discover shapes created by waterways, mountains, and buildings. The English text is ideal for reading together with an adult, while the imagery offers plenty for independent exploration.
Read together and discover more. Read together with an adult who can assist with English vocabulary, and allow the child to highlight what piques their interest. Select one spread or theme at a time, allowing space for questions, pauses, and personal associations. Images and text can be utilized in various ways; you may wish to begin by describing what you see in your native language. Return to a favorite topic during the next reading session to see if new details are noticed. Connect the reading to something the child has experienced, seen, or heard about, so that new words are placed in a familiar context. A brief reading session can be extended with a map or another book if a location or question inspires further investigation. Alternate between reading aloud and conversation, letting the child’s interest determine the duration spent on each subject. You may browse freely between themes and return to the text when you require more background information.
About the edition. English book, published 2025. 144 pages. ISBN 9781837586240.
