An accessible and humorous introduction to maps for budding navigators.
A raccoon narrator embarks on a big adventure in this exciting exploration of maps for the youngest readers. Traditional maps of cities, roads, and parks are joined by some less conventional ones such as inside the body, each one methodically introduced with humor and clear explanation. A clever, colorful, and engaging first look at constructing and decoding maps.
*Association for Library Service to Children NOTABLE BOOK of 2024*
⭐ "So many places to go. How to explore them? With maps! A standout picture book that both entertains and teaches." —Kirkus (STARRED REVIEW)
⭐ "A a useful, playful seek-and-find basic-skills book—and a primer for how to survive without GPS navigation." —Publishers Weekly (STARRED REVIEW)
"This introduction to maps that will have readers learning and laughing together." —School Library Journal
Gabrielle Balkan (she/her) is best known for nonfiction books that delight readers ages 0–12 with curious and essential facts about the United States, animal record-breakers, and more. She lives, works, and rides bikes in the Hudson Valley with her family and little tan dog, Stella.
View titles by Gabrielle Balkan
An accessible and humorous introduction to maps for budding navigators.
A raccoon narrator embarks on a big adventure in this exciting exploration of maps for the youngest readers. Traditional maps of cities, roads, and parks are joined by some less conventional ones such as inside the body, each one methodically introduced with humor and clear explanation. A clever, colorful, and engaging first look at constructing and decoding maps.
Reviews
*Association for Library Service to Children NOTABLE BOOK of 2024*
⭐ "So many places to go. How to explore them? With maps! A standout picture book that both entertains and teaches." —Kirkus (STARRED REVIEW)
⭐ "A a useful, playful seek-and-find basic-skills book—and a primer for how to survive without GPS navigation." —Publishers Weekly (STARRED REVIEW)
"This introduction to maps that will have readers learning and laughing together." —School Library Journal
Gabrielle Balkan (she/her) is best known for nonfiction books that delight readers ages 0–12 with curious and essential facts about the United States, animal record-breakers, and more. She lives, works, and rides bikes in the Hudson Valley with her family and little tan dog, Stella.
View titles by Gabrielle Balkan
