Interactive Books with World Maps and Stickers

Interactive books with world maps and stickers make learning about global geography a hands-on adventure! Here are three engaging books that let kids explore different continents, countries, and cultures with stickers and maps to reinforce their understanding of our planet.

1. “Sticker Atlas of the World” by Jenny Slater

• This sticker atlas takes children on a journey through each continent with over 200 stickers to place in different regions. Kids learn about each country’s highlights, animals, and landmarks, making it an engaging introduction to world geography.
• Perfect For: Ages 5-9
• Highlights: Continent-by-continent maps, fun facts, and matching stickers for different regions

2. “The World Sticker Book” by Megan Lewis

• In this sticker book, children are encouraged to decorate the maps with stickers of famous landmarks, foods, and animals. It’s a fun way for kids to connect cultural icons with specific countries.
• Perfect For: Ages 6-10
• Highlights: Country-specific stickers, cultural icons, and animals native to each region

3. “Around the World Map Book” by Lucy Rowe

• This interactive book includes fold-out maps for each continent and a set of stickers representing flags, animals, and monuments. Kids get to build their own world map while learning key details about each continent.
• Perfect For: Ages 7-11
• Highlights: Detailed fold-out maps, sticker placements, and interesting regional facts

Discussion Questions

1. Which continent or country would you like to learn more about?
   • Encourages curiosity about specific places and deepens their interest in exploring the world.
2. What’s something surprising you learned about another country?
   • A chance to reflect on facts that stood out and remember unique details.
3. Why do you think different animals and landmarks are found in different regions?
   • Helps children think about how geography and culture shape the diversity of each place.

Interactive Activity: “Build Your Own World Map Wall”

Here’s an activity that allows kids to create a lasting visual of the world map at home.

1. Supplies: A blank world map poster (or create one by taping sheets together), stickers (animals, landmarks, flags), markers, and tape.
2. Decorate the Map: Work together to place stickers for each continent’s animals, flags, and famous landmarks.
3. Add Fun Facts: For each sticker, write a short fact next to it about the animal, country, or landmark.
4. Explore Together Over Time: Add new stickers and facts each time you learn about a new place!

This activity gives kids a sense of ownership over their map, creating a visual reminder of the places they’ve “visited” through these interactive books. Enjoy your world exploration!