Tue Apr 2

Lonely Planet Kids

Written by Adam Bennett

Meet the cutest critters, keep the kids entertained and embark on magical adventures with Lonely Planet Kids’ latest titles.

World’s Cutest Animals

Puppies and kittens aren’t the only animals that’ll make you go “Ooh!” and “Aah!” We’ve searched high and low to bring you 100 of the planet’s cutest creatures in this adorable new title. From inquisitive quokkas that love to play a game of hide and seek to the buttered popcorn smelling Binturongs. Get up close and personal with big, vivid photos on each page that are accompanied by quirky fun facts. Plus learn how you can also get involved and help protect some of these endangered animals. Which will you pick as your favourite cute critter?

9781788681247 | 208 pages, paperback | Ages 6-8 | 178mm x 178mm | AUS $14.99 NZD $16.99

Games on the Go

Keep the kids entertained in the car, on a plane or just about anywhere with Games on the Go. This colourful activity set includes 40 wipe-clean cards and an erasable pen housed in a small, compact box making it perfect for tucking into your hand luggage. Choose from a fun, creative range of games such as brainteasers, bingo, word searches, maze races and drawing activities that will no doubt stir up children’s imagination. Fight boredom and get ready to hit the road with Games on the Go – there is plenty of family fun to be had!

9781788683296 | 40 Wipe-clean cards & pen | Ages 9-12 | 156mm x 98mm | AUS$19.99 NZD $22.99

Wild Things

Fairies, unicorns, dragons and monsters – they’re all out there waiting to be discovered! Wild Things is a guidebook to magical and imaginary adventures to enjoy everywhere and anywhere. Put your foraging skills to the test and mix your own magic potions, learn how to defend a dragon, try your hand at designing your own secret code and see if you can spot monsters hiding amongst the trees, in the snow or on the beach. How do you know a goblin from a troll? It’s tricky but we’ll teach you how to hunt for the messiest of Wild Things! Packed with over 100 activities and adventures, this book will inspire kids to leap outdoors into the wild world at any time of day and night, explore their own backyard and light up their imagination.

9781787017719 | 176 pages, hardback | ages 6-8 | 216mm x 270mm | AUS $26.99 NZD $28.99

About Lonely Planet Kids:

Lonely Planet Kids published its first book in 2011. Building on parent brand Lonely Planet's 45 years of experience inspiring millions to explore the world, Lonely Planet Kids ignites children's curiosity with engaging, educational books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. Whether at home, on the road or in school, Lonely Planet Kids encourages the next generation of global citizens to make every day an adventure. Come explore! Find out more on lonelyplanetkids.com, and join us on Facebook (facebook.com/lpkidstravel), Twitter (@lpkids) and PopJam (@lonelyplanetkids).