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“Perfectly pitched for Key Stage 2, a mix of facts, humour and novelty flaps...This series is proof that the right non-fiction still sells.”
The Bookseller
“...excellent and wide ranging series.”
Parents in Touch
“likely to make a significant contribution to geographical education.”
Judges' comment - Geographical Awards 2009
Silver Award - Geographical Association Awards 2009
This is a rich source of geographical information presented in an engaging format. Issues are presented in an easy-to-understand, but not over-simplified manner, providing a clear agenda for action on global problems in a format that will appeal to young children. It will be a valuable addition to any school's library. The lift-the-flap format encourages hands-on involvement and the high quality, robust presentation will make this a long-lasting and durable resource.
Loads of easily accessible information is packed into this attractive interactive information book. Busy spreads draw readers in to explore different aspects of the Earth from where it is in the solar system to the geography you can find on it. And it’s easy to discover more by opening flaps.
Julia Eccleshare, www.LoveReadingforKids.co.uk
With over 80 flip-up panels, and packed with cheerful, cartoonish illustrations, this is an enjoyable, geographical starting point for age six upward. How can any youngster lift a flap in this book and not want to save the world! Winner of a silver award from the Geographical Association, when it was published in 2009, it's jokey and enticing, and 20p from every copy sold goes to Friends of the Earth.
The Guardian
This book would be an immediate hit in your class library, as it follows the popular interactive ‘flap’ format, loved by all children.
Primary Geographer
With over 80 flaps, this lively guide to our planet is packed full of interesting snippets of information, ideal for dipping into.
junior Education - Ten of the best geography resources
This book will tell your children all the things they need to know about the climate and nature and the world around them and give them an idea of how different other countries are.
Croydon Advertiser Book of the Week
A great way to inspire early interest in science and geography. This entertaining book is bound to captivate children as it explains the mysteries of Earth's geography and reveals hidden secrets of life on our planet with bright illustrations, fun facts and pull up flaps. A thought provoking book for kids.
youfirst magazine Issue 18 Summer 2008
"perfect for readers aged 6+"
Write Away Website
The wealth of detail in the colourful, cheerful, cartoon-style illustrations makes repeated readings rewarding. There is a strong environmental theme throughout the book, and the final double-page spread is devoted to the small changes everyone can make to combat climate change.
BookFest Ireland’s Recommended Reading Guide 2008
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See Inside Planet Earth
My five year old is very interested in facts and loves this book. Since having it we have gone on to buy several more of the series, all of which he finds really interesting and asks for over and over again. His other particular favourite is 'See under the Sea'.
Ann Davidson, 15th February 2010
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