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Geography & World Cultures Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Geography & World Cultures

25 books about geography & world cultures

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Middle Grade Young Adult Graphic Novels

Cover of Refugee

For the child asking big questions about global news or family history. This powerful story builds deep empathy for thos

Cover of I Love Paris!

Dork Diaries #15

I Love Paris!

Rachel Renee Russell

For the child navigating the highs and lows of social life, this diary-style journey to Paris offers a relatable look at

Ages 9–13

Cover of Scotland

Horrible Histories

For the curious student who finds traditional history boring, this irreverent guide explores the wildest, goriest, and m

Cover of Never Say Genius

The Genius Files #2

Never Say Genius

For the child who loves weird facts and high-stakes puzzles, this wild road trip makes learning about American landmarks

Cover of England

Horrible Histories

For the curious child who loves the gross and weird side of life, this witty guide explores the most bizarre and 'foul'

Cover of London

Horrible Histories: Gruesome Guides #1

For the child who loves the weird and wonderful, this guide uncovers London's darkest secrets with a heavy dose of humor

Cover of The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams

The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams

For the child who wonders if they can ever find a true home while navigating a world full of untrustworthy adults and hi

Cover of The Cruise of the Arctic Star

The Cruise of the Arctic Star

For the young explorer captivated by the sea, this voyage blends a real-life sailing adventure with fascinating historic

Cover of Ground Zero

For the middle-schooler asking big questions about 9/11 and the war in Afghanistan, this high-stakes story connects two

Cover of Charlie Thorne and the Lost City

Charlie Thorne #2

Charlie Thorne and the Lost City

For the child who feels like they see the world differently, this high-stakes thriller celebrates intellectual brillianc

Cover of Charlie Thorne and the Curse of Cleopatra

Charlie Thorne #3

Charlie Thorne and the Curse of Cleopatra

For the clever child who feels they do not quite fit in with peers and thrives on outsmarting adults while uncovering th

Cover of Wild Girls: The Path of the Young Goddess

Wild Girls: The Path of the Young Goddess

Patricia Monaghan

For the adolescent girl seeking her own path, this guide uses global myths and rituals to celebrate the transition into

Cover of Impossible Creatures

Impossible Creatures #1

Impossible Creatures

Katherine Rundell

For the child who dreams of secret worlds and seeks the courage to protect the natural wonders of our own through the le

Cover of Awesome Egyptians

Horrible Histories

Awesome Egyptians

For the curious student who finds traditional history boring, this gross-out guide uses dark humor to reveal the messy,

Cover of Pran of Albania

Pran of Albania

Elizabeth Cleveland Miller

For the teen seeking their own path when tradition and family expectations clash with their heart's desire.

Cover of The Other Side of Truth

The Other Side of Truth #1

The Other Side of Truth

Beverley Naidoo

For the child grappling with news of global conflict or displacement, this story follows siblings navigating the frighte

Cover of The Shepherd's Granddaughter

The Shepherd's Granddaughter

Anne Laurel Carter

For the child grappling with news of global conflict or systemic unfairness, this story follows a young girl's fierce de

Cover of Julie

Julie of the Wolves #2

Jean Craighead George

For the child grappling with modern changes to traditional ways, this Arctic journey explores protecting what you love w

Cover of The Trumpeter of Krakow

The Trumpeter of Krakow

For the child who loves uncovering secrets from the past and finding courage in the face of history, this classic tale b

Cover of The Journey Back

The Upstairs Room #2

The Journey Back

For the child grappling with a 'new normal,' this moving memoir explores the difficult emotional journey of rebuilding a

Cover of Young Fu of the Upper Yangtze

Young Fu of the Upper Yangtze

Elizabeth Foreman Lewis

For the teen feeling the weight of responsibility or the push and pull of city life, this classic follows a 1920s appren

Cover of Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation

Charlie Thorne #1

Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation

For the child who thinks outside the box and craves high-stakes adventure, this globe-trotting thriller celebrates the p

Cover of Blood Promise

Vampire Academy #4

For the teen grappling with a heavy promise or the pain of a loved one's transformation, Rose's journey explores the cos

Cover of A Troubled Peace

Under a War-Torn Sky #2

A Troubled Peace

For the teenager grappling with the hidden scars of trauma and the need to find closure after a life-altering experience

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