When on Earth?: History as You've Never Seen It Before! (DK Where on Earth? Atlases)

Description

This captivating children's atlas gives a complete history of the life and times of our world, through a series of stunning, specially commissioned 3D maps. Wrap up warm for a trip to the Ice Age, wonder at the invention of the wheel, show your support at the French Revolution, and blast off for the Moon landings! This fascinating history book for kids showcases the impact of global events over millennia and centuries past. From ancient times to the 21st century, these colorful, detailed maps pinpoint exactly when and where the most important events and movements in history happened, as well as the part they all played in shaping the world today. Children aged 9+ will love to travel through time right up until recent history, including World War II and the Space Age. This historical map book for children features: More than 60 global, continental and regional maps that plot the geographical spread of the most important events, movements and civilizations in world history, encouraging learning and stimulating interest in the wider world. Beautifully illustrated and specially commissioned maps, designed to bring an instant understanding of the subject, and how, where, and when the relevant events occurred. Key events in history like the spread of the Black Death, the expansion of the Roman Empire, the impact of World War II. What’s Where on Earth? History Atlas is totally unique and the ideal book for anyone and everyone who wants to know more about the world. This round-the-world trip begins with the first humans and cities before visiting the Egyptian pharaohs and experiencing the rise of the Roman Empire. This History Atlas is the perfect gift for children curious about the past and the world around them, as well as parents and educators looking for a visual way to tell stories. Review: Incredible Visual History – An Absolute Steal! - I managed to snag a used copy of "When on Earth?" for under $4 on desertcart, and it is easily one of the best purchases I’ve made for my 7-year-old son. He is absolutely obsessed with it! The way this book uses detailed maps and timelines to visualize history is brilliant. Instead of just reading dates, my son can actually see how empires rose, how people moved, and where major events happened across the globe. It’s perfect for a visual learner and makes complex historical shifts easy to understand even for a Grade 2 student. The production quality of the DK Where on Earth? series is always top-notch, with vibrant illustrations that keep him engaged for hours. If you can find a deal like we did, don’t hesitate—it’s a goldmine of information that makes history feel like a grand adventure! Review: Love it - I really am impressed with this book. I wasn’t expecting much because it clearly said it was for kids. But I love it and I’m 55. I am also ADHD and only want the surface info on some of these topics. Some of them I want to dive deeper and will use other tools to research, but this book gives a great simple overview of so many world history topics. That is what I’m interested in — a simple intro into a wide range of history topics. And this fits that perfectly. So far I have devoured the maps. That’s a tiny part of the book but they are easy to read and detailed. I like that it starts with pre-history and moves into the Bronze age, writing, cave drawings, etc. I’m very happy with the book.