Atlas of the Earth (My First Discoveries Paperback)
My First Discoveries Series
What’s inside...
This interactive non-fiction picture book invites young readers on a global journey. Transparent acetate pages reveal layers of information—mountain ranges, oceans, climate zones, and the many ways people live on every continent. Simple text, vivid illustrations, and lift-the-flap style overlays encourage children to explore geology, geography, and environmental stewardship while sparking natural curiosity about our planet.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
36 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What surprised you most about our planet’s inside layers?
How do people adapt to living in very hot or very cold places?
Which continent would you like to visit and why?
What small action can our family take to help Earth?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a globe to locate places mentioned.
Collect rocks, sand, or leaves to link real items with pages.
Create a reusable-items challenge after reading the eco-section.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Earth’s resources are finite.
Explanation: Sections on fossil fuels and deforestation stress limits.
Real-World Application: Turn off lights and reuse materials at home.
Example Lesson: Cultural diversity is valuable.
Explanation: Continental spreads celebrate festivals, foods, and clothing.
Real-World Application: Try a dish from another country or learn a greeting.
Example Lesson: Change is constant in nature.
Explanation: Erosion and tectonics pages show slow transformations.
Real-World Application: Observe how weather changes your local landscape.