Our Book of Maps cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 2.2
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 399
Points per Word 0.001253
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

Discusses what a map is, what a map shows, and the different kinds of maps.

Quick Summary

For a child just starting to understand what maps do, "Our Book of Maps" by Flint is a bright, friendly little guide that shows how a map can be a treasure map one minute and a city map the next. It breaks down the basics symbols, directions, scale using clear pictures and simple sentences that even early readers can tackle on their own. Kids who love adventure or who are just learning to read will enjoy the variety of map types, from treasure hunts to the neighborhood park, and the friendly tone makes it feel less like a textbook and more like a conversation. Parents will appreciate that there's nothing scary or overly complex, just straightforward, age-appropriate info that sparks curiosity. If you're looking for something similar but a bit more detailed, "Maps" by the Mizielinski duo offers a larger, richly illustrated world map spread that pairs nicely with this one.