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Welcome to the amazing world of flags! Did you know that each flag is actually a picture that sends a message to everyone who sees it?
In The Flag Book, Lonely Planet Kids introduces you to the flags of every country in the world, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, and tells you what their design, colors, and images represent, along with lots of other incredible facts.
What’s the only country that doesn’t have a rectangular flag? Why does Hawaii’s state flag feature the UK’s Union Jack in one corner? And what do the 13 stripes of the USA’s Star Spangled Banner represent? You’ll find out the answer to all these and much, much more.
And then we’ll show you the other fascinating ways flags are used throughout the world. Learn the International Code of Flag Symbols to communicate with ships at sea; read about flags used in sports, like Formula 1’s checkered flag; marvel at flags commemorating world records and incredible human achievements; and peer with a microscope at the planet’s smallest flag, which is no wider than a human hair.
Chapters include:
What are flags for?Speaking in flagFlag designsCoats of armsPirate flagsShips and airplane flagsThe world’s oldest flagsSemaphore flagsFlag record breakersFlag talesSports flagsInternational flags
About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids-an imprint of the world’s leading travel authority Lonely Planet-published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
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The Flag Book
Flags are all around us. Every country has one, and they can be spotted flying from buildings, fluttering from ship masts, and waving during celebrations and sporting events. But have you ever wondered what they mean?
This fact-packed guide takes you around the world, flag by flag, to discover what the colors, patterns, and symbols say about each country, its history, and its people. Perfect for budding vexillologists everywhere!
What are flags for? Coats of arms Pirate flags International flag signals Flag record breakers And so much more!
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Publisher : Lonely Planet; 1st edition (September 17, 2019)
Language : English
Hardcover : 184 pages
ISBN-10 : 1788683102
ISBN-13 : 978-1788683104
Reading age : 5 – 9 years, from customers
Grade level : 4 – 7
Item Weight : 2.6 pounds
Dimensions : 9.45 x 0.75 x 12.3 inches
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Customers find the book wonderful, interesting, and fun to read. They also say it’s informative, detailed, and filled with little facts about countries and flags. Readers appreciate the beautiful, colorful images. Opinions are mixed on readability, with some finding it easy to navigate and well-organized, while others say it’s like trying to read thumbnails.
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