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Just like our guidebooks and gift books inform and inspire travel lovers around the globe, our aim with our kids’ list is to get the next generation of explorers excited about the amazing world around them.

This year, we’re zooming in on travel and exploration, starting off with two books in our new series – Let’s Go Stargazing and Let’s Go Rock Collecting. Then we’re extending our kids’ guidebook series, heading to Italy, Spain, Japan, and France, perfect for armchair adventures, holiday anticipation, and on-the-go fact-sharing. Locate the coolest destinations in Where Can I See?, tip-toe to creepy corners of the Earth in Atlas of Spooky Places, and for fun infographics show in maps of all kinds, check out Maptacular!. Whether at home, on the road, or in school, we hope to inspire our youngest global citizens to make every day an adventure. Come explore!

NEW RELEASES 2026

Whether on an adventure or curled up in a cozy chair at home, our new releases invite curious kids to explore every corner of our amazing planet, from exploding volcanoes to mysterious islands and beyond.

HIDDEN WONDERS

Curiosities & Wonders | Exploration & Discovery | Facts & Trivia

Discover over 150 extraordinary destinations–from ice caves and haunted houses to glowing lakes–in this fully updated and revised guide to the world’s most secret places. Packed with facts and trivia to wow your friends, plus incredible photos throughout, this is the ultimate guide to unusual and amazing sites you’ve (probably) never heard of...

LET’S GO ROCK COLLECTING

Earth Sciences | Outdoor Activities | Hobbies

Explore the world beneath our feet with this fascinating rockcollecting guide that teaches kids everything they need to know to become an expert rock collector. Learn how to find and identify rocks, minerals, and gemstones; explore the brilliant rock directory with photos, facts, and top tips; and discover what our amazing planet is made of.

LET’S GO STARGAZING

Space Sciences | Outdoor Activities | Hobbies

Explore the world above with this fascinating stargazing guide that teaches kids everything they need to know to become an expert stargazer. Packed with stunning photography, beautiful illustrations, and fun stargazing challenges including star-hopping, sketching, and satellite spotting, this is the perfect introduction to our glittering cosmos!

A KID’S GUIDE TO ITALY

Kids Travel | Culture | Games & Activities

Get ready for an adventure like no other with this awesome kid’s travel guide to Italy! Unlock the magic of this amazing country and find secret and surprising places, super celebrations, wow-factor facts, fun challenges, photography and more. Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home. Let’s explore!

MY AMAZING TRAVEL JOURNAL

Journal Writing | Games & Activities | Exploration & Discovery

The ultimate fun-filled travel journal for kids to write, draw, play games, and capture special memories during a big adventure. Full of space for notes, scrawls and scribbles, and a pocket in the back for keepsakes and souvenirs, this is a must-have travel companion for globetrotters, whether they’re flying far away or exploring closer to home.

A KID’S GUIDE TO JAPAN

Kids Travel | Culture | Games & Activities

Get ready for an adventure like no other with this awesome kid’s travel guide to Japan! Unlock the magic of this amazing country and find secret and surprising places, super celebrations, wow-factor facts, fun challenges, photography, and more. Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home. Let’s explore!

WHERE IN THE WORLD CAN I SEE?

World Wonders | Nature & Wildlife | History & Culture

Come and see where the world’s coolest stuff is, from exploding volcanoes and venomous animals to creatures that glow in the dark and secret lost cities. Bursting with jaw-dropping details, maps, photography, and illustrations on every page, Where in the World Can I See? is the ultimate guide to the most fun places and experiences on the planet.

ATLAS OF SPOOKY PLACES

Atlases & Maps | Ghost Stories | Curiosities & Wonders

Take a spine-tingling trip around the world with this eerie atlas packed with stories about haunted hotels, mysterious islands, and terrifying beasts. An interactive world map pinpoints the locations covered with extra continent maps, fun themed topics, and seriously spooky visuals throughout. Perfect for kids who like reading tales with a twist…

A KID’S GUIDE TO FRANCE

Kids Travel | Culture | Games & Activities

Get ready for an adventure like no other with this awesome kid’s travel guide to France! Unlock the magic of this amazing country and find secret and surprising places, super celebrations, fantastic facts, fun challenges, photography, and more. Take it with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home. Let’s explore!

A KID’S GUIDE TO SPAIN

Kids Travel | Culture | Games & Activities

Get ready for an adventure like no other with this awesome kid’s travel guide to Spain! Unlock the magic of this amazing country and find secret and surprising places, super celebrations, wow-factor facts, fun challenges, photography, and more. Take with you on your travels or make epic discoveries from the comfort of home. Let’s explore!

THE TRAVEL BOOK

Kids Travel | World Travel | Facts & Photography

It’s time for a fun-filled journey through every country on Earth, continent by continent, in this fully updated edition of Lonely Planet Kids’ bestselling The Travel Book . Packed with thousands of facts, handy locator maps, stunning photography, and original art, this is the ultimate global guide to gift to the young explorer in your life.

THE FLAG BOOK

Discover the amazing stories behind flags from around the world in this lively and fact-packed NEW edition. Learn about the flags of every country, their histo ry, symbols and colors, plus awesome bonus features on pirate flags, flag record breakers, and more. Bursting with maps and photos, this is the perfect book for budding vexillologists!

FLAG ACTIVITY BOOK

Games & Activities | Facts & Trivia | Hobbies

Discover amazing flags from around the world in this fun activity book packed with flag-themed word games, picture challenges, mazes, quizzes, and more. Featuring every country’s flag as well as bonus facts about their meanings and the places they represent, this is the ultimate companion for budding vexillologists at home or on the go!

MAPTACULAR!

Maps | World Facts | Gifting

Get a whole new look at our planet with this awesome collection of unusual and intriguing maps packed with fun insights and astounding information about the world. Bursting with fully illustrated maps and vibrant infographics that reveal bonus info and facts, Maptacular! offers incredible new views and fascinating perspectives of our planet.

BESTSELLING SERIES

Explore our series of bestselling books that turn learning into an epic journey of discovery. Come face to face with over 80 dinosaurs, meet 100 creepy-crawlies, and dive into the hidden depths of our blue planet.

Travel Book 2

ISBN 9781838694616

The Travel Activity Book WITH

The Travel Book 3

9781788684750

ISBN 9781837588121

The Flag Book

The Flag Book 2

9781788683104

9781837588701

ISBN 9781806533237

The Cities Book

A JOURNEY THROUGH THE WORLD’S GREATEST CITIES

ISBN 9781786570192

PUB DATE SEP 16 PAGES 212

SIZE 9.29x12.24″

HARDBACK

$19.99 FOR AGES 9-12

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ROCKS, MINERALS AND PRECIOUS STONES

ISBN 9781837583089

PUB DATE OCT 24

PAGES 160 COVER SIZE 9.29x12.24″

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE HISTORY AND USE OF MAPS

ISBN 9781837580071

PUB DATE OCT 23

PAGES 160

9.33x12.20″

FOR AGES 9-12

A GLOBAL GUIDE TO THE WEATHER AND OUR CHANGING CLIMATE

ISBN 9781838695309

PUB DATE OCT 22

184

SIZE 9.33x12.20″

HARDBACK

The Bugs Book

MEET OVER 100 INCREDIBLE CREEPY-CRAWLIES THAT SHARE OUR PLANET

ISBN 9781837586752

PUB DATE OCT 25 PAGES 160

SIZE 9.33x12.20″

The Big Earth Book

HOW OUR PLANET WAS SHAPED BY EARTH, AIR, FIRE AND WATER

ISBN 9781787012783

PUB DATE NOV 17 PAGES 256 COVER SIZE 9.33x12.24″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $19.99

The

Animal Book

OVER 100 INCREDIBLE CREATURES AND HOW WE SHARE THE PLANET WITH THEM

ISBN 9781786574343 PUB DATE SEP 17 PAGES 164 COVER SIZE 9.33x12.24″

The Dinosaur Book

COME FACE TO FACE WITH OVER 80 DINOSAURS IN THIS DEFINITIVE GUIDE

ISBN 9781838694654 PUB DATE OCT 21

The Ocean Book

EXPLORE THE HIDDEN DEPTHS OF OUR BLUE PLANET

ISBN 9781788682374 PUB DATE SEP 20 PAGES 164

AMAZING WORLD ATLAS

Atlases | World Travel | Exploration & Discovery

This colorful and fun addition to Lonely Planet Kids takes you on a trip around the world that you’ll never forget. Filled with continental and regional maps, lively text, an entry for every country on the planet, plus mind-blowing facts, and an emphasis on the species that live on Earth, this is an essential resource for young readers wanting to learn about the world.

UNCOVER THE TREASURES OF THE PAST

Lift-the-Flap Atlas

MORE THAN 100 FLAPS TO EXPLORE

ISBN 9781788689274 PUB DATE Aug 20

PAGES 16 w/ flaps

COVER SIZE 8.74x11.22″

My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas

CONTAINS OVER 40 FLAPS TO LIFT AND A GIANT PULL-OUT MAP OF THE WORLD

ISBN 9781838699932

PUB DATE Aug 23

PAGES 16

COVER SIZE 8.54x8.46″ FORMAT BOARD BOOK

Lift-the-Flap Transport Atlas

MORE THAN 100 FLAPS TO EXPLORE

ISBN 9781838695002

PUB DATE Apr 22

PAGES 16 w/ flaps

COVER SIZE 8.74x11.22″ FORMAT HARDBACK

My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas

CONTAINS OVER 50 FLAPS TO LIFT

ISBN 9781837586233

PUB DATE OCT 25 PAGES 16 COVER SIZE 8.54x8.46″ FORMAT HARDBACK

ATLAS OF HORSES AND PONIES

Exploration & Discovery | Animals | Atlases

Take a ride into the world of horses and ponies with this awesome atlas of more than 100 breeds from across the continents. Learn about each horse’s characteristics, personality traits and amazing super senses, plus discover how to talk horse! Packed with maps, illustrations and special features, this is the ultimate read for horse and pony fans.

ISBN 9781837582617

EXPLORE THE PAW-SOME WORLD OF POOCHES

ISBN 9781838694463

Animal Atlas

AMAZING FACTS, FOLD-OUT MAPS, AND LIFE-SIZE SURPRISES

ISBN 9781788682619

PUB DATE OCT 19

PAGES 32+full-page gatefolds

COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″ FORMAT HARDBACK

$18.99

Bird Atlas

AMAZING FACTS, FOLD-OUT MAPS, AND LIFE-SIZE SURPRISES

ISBN 9781838699987 PUB DATE NOV 23

PAGES 32+full-page gatefolds

COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″ FORMAT HARDBACK

Deadly Animal Atlas

AMAZING FACTS, FOLD-OUT MAPS, AND LIFE-SIZE SURPRISES

ISBN 9781837582631 PUB DATE NOV 24

PAGES 32+full-page gatefolds COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $22.99

Bug Atlas

6-8

Ocean Animal Atlas

AMAZING FACTS, FOLD-OUT MAPS, AND LIFE-SIZE SURPRISES

ISBN 9781838695262

PUB DATE NOV 22

PAGES 32+full-page gatefolds COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″

Dinosaur Atlas

AMAZING FACTS, FOLD-OUT MAPS, AND LIFE-SIZE SURPRISES

ISBN 9781838694395 PUB DATE NOV 21

PAGES 28+full-page gatefolds COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″ FORMAT HARDBACK

AMAZING FACTS, FOLD-OUT MAPS, AND LIFE-SIZE SURPRISES

ISBN 9781786577191 PUB DATE OCT 17

PAGES 32+full-page gatefolds COVER SIZE 11.10x10.24″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $18.99

A Kid’s Guide to France

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN FRANCE

ISBN 9781837587704

A Kid’s Guide to Italy

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN ITALY

ISBN 9781837587728 PUB DATE May 26

A Kid’s Guide to Japan

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN JAPAN

A Kid’s Guide to Spain

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN SPAIN

ISBN 9781837587766

A Kid’s Guide to New York City

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN NEW YORK CITY

ISBN 9781837585243

PUB DATE May 25

A

Kid’s

Guide to Rome

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN ROME

ISBN 9781837585267

PUB DATE May 25

A Kid’s Guide to Paris

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN PARIS

ISBN 9781837585281

PUB DATE May 25

A Kid’s Guide to London

MAKE EPIC DISCOVERIES ON YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN LONDON

ISBN 9781837585304

PUB DATE May 25

LEARN ABOUT THE WORLD

Get to know our planet’s best kept secrets, discover fascinating places and cultures, amaze friends with newfound facts, and find out where all the cool stuff is hiding…

PUB DATE September 2024 WORD COUNT 45,000 9781837583041 COVER SIZE 7.56x9.69″ FORMAT HARDBACK INSIDE TRIM 7.28x9.45″ PAGES 192 PAGES MSRP $22.99 FOR AGES 9-12

OVER 20 EERIE TALES FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE

ISBN 9781837580033 PUB DATE SEP 23 PAGES 144

COVER SIZE 9.33x10.83″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $19.99

MYSTERIOUS WORLD

Curiosities & Wonders | Mysteries | Atlases & Maps

Discover more than 100 strange and unexplained enigmas from across the world in this awesome atlas of mysteries with fun facts, photos, and maps! From Area 51 to Bigfoot and the Bermuda Triangle, kids will find tales of odd sightings, bizarre disappearances, and ghostly hauntings to wow their friends with. It’s the ultimate book for mystery buffs!

Atlas of Spooky Places A SPINE-TINGLING TOUR WITH MUMMIES, MONSTERS, MYSTERIES AND MORE

ISBN 9781788683470 PUB DATE JUL 19 PAGES 96 COVER SIZE 10.63x14.06″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $17.99 FOR AGES 9-12 FOR AGES 9-12

ISBN 9781837588145 PUB DATE Aug 26 PAGES 112

COVER SIZE 9.33x10.83″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $21.99

Atlas of Monsters and Ghosts

THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS GHOSTS AND MYTHOLOGICAL CREATURES FOR AGES 9-12

The World from Above

9781837588688

FOR AGES 9-12

The Plastic Problem

OVER 50 SMALL WAYS TO REDUCE WASTE AND SAVE THE EARTH

ISBN 9781788689366 PUB DATE MAR 20 PAGES 112 COVER SIZE 6.77x8.46″

Happiness Around the World

A GLOBAL GUIDE TO JOYFULNESS

ISBN 9781838695118

PUB DATE OCT 22

PAGES 32

COVER SIZE 9.76x10.71″ FORMAT HARDBACK

Love Around the World

FAMILY AND FRIENDSHIP ACROSS THE GLOBE

ISBN 9781788684941

PUB DATE DEC 20 PAGES 32

COVER SIZE 9.72x10.75″ FORMAT HARDBACK MSRP $15.99 FOR AGES 3-5 FOR AGES 3-5

The Flag Activity Book OVER 60 PUZZLES AND GAMES

ISBN 9781806533237

PUB DATE OCT 26

PAGES 80

COVER SIZE 7.87x10.24″

PAPERBACK

$14.99

A GUIDE TO DISCOVERY, CREATIVITY, AND OUTDOOR ADVENTURE!

ISBN 9781837584789

PUB DATE MAR 25 PAGES 112 COVER SIZE 7.28x9.45″

PAPERBACK

My Amazing Travel Journal PROMPTS, ACTIVITIES, AND FUN FACTS FOR YOUR AWESOME ADVENTURES

ISBN 9781806532957 PUB DATE MAY 26 PAGES 96 COVER SIZE 6.61x8.54″ FORMAT FLEXICOVER W/ ELASTIC CLOSURE

$14.99

101 Things to Do on a Walk

GET YOUR BOOTS ON, EXPLORE AND MAKE WALKING FUN!

ISBN 9781838695989

PUB DATE APR 23 PAGES 112 COVER SIZE 6.73x8.50″ FORMAT PAPERBACK

Create Your Own Camping Activities

OVER 80 ACTIVITIES TO INVENT, MAKE AND PLAY ON VACATION!

ISBN 9781838696009 PUB DATE JUN 23 PAGES 144 COVER SIZE 7.56x9.72″

INCLUDES 40 REUSABLE WIPE-CLEAN CARDS AND AN

ISBN 9781838695965 PUB DATE APR 23 PAGES 41 Cards

Create Your Own Travel Journal

RECORD AND REMEMBER YOUR SPECIAL VACATION ADVENTURES!

ISBN 9781837581054

Games on the Go

INCLUDES 40 REUSABLE WIPE-CLEAN CARDS AND AN ERASABLE PEN!

ISBN 9781788683302 PUB DATE APR 19 PAGES 41

The Big Book of Airplane Activities

OVER 80 ON-THE-GO GAMES AND PUZZLES

ISBN 9781837582969

The Big Book of

Train Activities

OVER 80 ON-THE-GO GAMES AND PUZZLES

ISBN 9781837582983 PUB DATE MAY 24

HOW THINGS WORK SERIES

How Airports Work

EXPLORE THE AIRPORT INSIDE AND OUT WITH LOADS OF FLAPS TO LIFT!

ISBN 9781787012936

PUB DATE SEP 18

PAGES 24

COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″

HARDBACK

$18.99

Airports

A FUN INTRODUCTION TO AIR TRAVEL FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN

ISBN 9781838690557

PUB DATE MAY 20

PAGES 26

COVER SIZE 7.01x7.01″ FORMAT BOARD BOOK MSRP $8.99

How Airports Work Activity Book

WITH OVER 200 STICKERS!

ISBN 9781838691066

PUB DATE MAY 20

PAGES 48 COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″

PAPERBACK

How Cities Work

EXPLORE THE CITY INSIDE, OUTSIDE AND UNDERGROUND WITH LOADS OF FLAPS TO LIFT

ISBN 9781786570222

PUB DATE NOV 16

PAGES 24

COVER SIZE 11.10x10.24″

How Trains Work

EXPLORE THE WORLD OF TRAINS INSIDE AND OUT WITH LOADS OF FLAPS TO LIFT!

ISBN 9781788683289 PUB DATE OCT 19 PAGES 24 COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″

How Everything Works

EXPLORE THE WORLD AROUND US WITH LOADS OF FLAPS TO LIFT!

ISBN 9781838695248 PUB DATE SEP 22 PAGES 24

How Ships Work

Trains

A FUN INTRODUCTION TO TRAINS FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN

ISBN 9781838690571 PUB DATE MAY 20 PAGES 26 COVER SIZE 7.01x7.01″ FORMAT BOARD BOOK

EXPLORE THE WORLD OF SHIPS INSIDE AND OUT WITH LOADS OF FLAPS TO LIFT!

ISBN 9781838690595

How Spaceships Work

EXPLORE THE WORLD OF SPACESHIPS INSIDE AND OUT WITH LOADS OF FLAPS TO LIFT!

ISBN 9781838694630 PUB DATE SEP 21 PAGES 24 COVER SIZE 11.10x10.20″ FORMAT HARDBACK

FIRST WORDS SERIES

First Words - French

100 FRENCH WORDS TO LEARN

ISBN 9781786575289

PUB DATE MAR 17 PAGES 208 COVER SIZE 5.28x7.99″

PAPERBACK

FOR AGES 0-2 FOR AGES 0-2 FOR AGES 6-8 FOR AGES 6-8

First Words - Italian

100 ITALIAN WORDS TO LEARN

ISBN 9781787012684

PUB DATE MAR 18 PAGES 208

COVER SIZE 5.28x7.99″ FORMAT PAPERBACK MSRP $12.99

First Words - French Board Book

THE PERFECT INTRODUCTION TO THE FRENCH LANGUAGE FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN

ISBN 9781788682466

PUB DATE OCT 18 PAGES 24

SIZE 7.01x7.01″

First Words - Italian Board Book

THE PERFECT INTRODUCTION TO THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN

ISBN 9781788684804

PUB DATE JUN 19 PAGES 24 COVER SIZE 7.01x7.01″ FORMAT BOARD BOOK

First Words - Japanese 100 JAPANESE WORDS TO LEARN

ISBN 9781787012707

PUB DATE MAR 18 PAGES 208

First Words - Spanish

100 SPANISH WORDS TO LEARN

First Words - Spanish Board Book THE PERFECT INTRODUCTION TO THE SPANISH LANGUAGE FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN

ISBN 9781786573179

PUB DATE MAR 17 PAGES 208

First Words - Mandarin

100 MANDARIN WORDS TO LEARN

ISBN 9781787012721

PUB DATE MAR 18

PAGES 208 COVER SIZE 5.28x7.99″ FORMAT PAPERBACK

First Words - English

100 ENGLISH WORDS TO LEARN

ISBN 9781787012790

PUB DATE JUN 17

First Words - English Board Book

PERFECT INTRODUCTION TO THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN

STOCKLIST

Complete Guide to Space Exploration 1, The

Create Your Own Camping Activities 1

Create Your Own Travel Journal 1

Create Your Own Vacation Games 1

Daredevil's Guide to Outer Space 1, The

First Words - English 1 Jun-17

First Words - English 1 [Board Book]

First Words - French 1 [Board Book]

First Words - Italian 1 Mar-18

First Words - Italian 1 [Board Book]

First Words - Japanese 1 [Board Book]

First Words - Spanish 1 [Board Book]

Let's Go Stargazing 1 Apr-26

Let's Play Sports 1 Nov-23

Lift the Flap Transport Atlas 1 Apr-22

Lift-the-Flap Atlas 1 Aug-20

Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks 1 Sep-23

Love Around The World 1

Maps Book 1, The

My Amazing Travel Journal 1

My First Lift-the-Flap Dinosaur Atlas

My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas Aug-23

12.99

15.99

15.99

My Travel Journal 1 Apr-16 9781760341008 12.99

My Vacation Scrapbook 1 Apr-18

Myths and Legends of the World 1

Ocean Animal Atlas 1 Nov-22

Ocean Book 1, The Sep-20

9.99

18.99

19.99

Plastic Problem 1, The Mar-20 9781788689366 14.99

Pop-up London 1 Apr-16 9781760343392 9.99

Pop-up New York 1 Apr-16 9781760343378 9.99

Pop-up Paris 1 Apr-16

Rocks Book 1, The Oct-24

Seek and Find Cities 1 Oct-19

Snacks Around the World 1 Apr-25

Spooky Stories of the World 1

9.99

22.99

9.99

8.99

Activity Book 1, The Jun-19

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