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A Ticket Around the World (updated edition)  (New edition) Spiral-Bound |

Natalia Diaz, Melissa Owens, Kim Smith (Illustrated by)

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A Teachers' Pick for ages 5 to 8! Take a tour of 13 countries in this introduction to cultures around the world. This edition of a bestselling favorite is newly updated and re-released in 2022.

Join a young boy as he hops around the globe, visiting friends in 13 different countries spanning all 6 populated continents. Along the way, each friend introduces us to their country's environment and customs, and shares interesting facts about their country’s culture, language, food, geography, wildlife, landmarks and more. Each country has a dedicated spread with a small map that shows geography and landmarks, letting readers imagine they are traveling, too. The format makes it easy to spot similarities and differences between countries.

This informational picture book brings engaging nonfiction content to younger readers by showing them how other children live around the world. Playful illustrations done with stylized realism lend warmth and whimsy to the book, making each locale feel welcoming. A Ticket Around the World will leave young readers feeling like they’ve toured the globe without ever having left home.

Publisher: Owlkids Books
Original Binding: Paperback Picture Book
Pages: 32 pages
ISBN-10: 1771475803
Item Weight: 0.3 lbs
Dimensions: 10.0 x 0.1 x 9.0 inches
Customer Reviews: 4 out of 5 stars 101 to 500 ratings
"The format easily invites comparisons and contrasts, and thought-provoking questions at the end will encourage additional critical thinking." — Booklist
NATALIA DIAZ is the former acting editor of Chickadee magazine. This is her first published book. She is based in Toronto, Ontario.