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Martha Maps It Out

Step into Martha's world!

Author and Illustrator Leigh Hodgkinson

Suitable for:  2+

Price:  £7.99

ISBN: 978-0-19-277778-2
Publication date: 02/06/2022
Paperback: 32 pages
Dimensions: 270x230mm

Availability: In stock.

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Description

Martha's maps will take you on an enchanting journey through her world, starting from outer space and zooming in, map by map, to our planet, Martha's neighbourhood, and beyond.


Features

  • Leigh Hodgkinson's stunning and distinctive illustrations are full of energy, life, and fun.
  • Explores the many ways we're connected to our community and how we use maps and scale, to make sense of our world.
  • Leigh Hodgkinson has been shortlisted for the Road Dahl Funny Prize twice and longlisted for the Kate Greenaway Prize four times.
  • Introduces children to the fascinating world of maps, and themes of community, sustainability, and dreaming big.
Age range 0-4
Year group Foundation

Available as part of these packs:

Readerful: Reception/Primary 1: Books for Sharing Singles Pack A (Pack of 6)

This page was last updated on 22 December 2024 at 20:30 GMT

Reviews

  • *** Shortlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2024 *** -
  • "Combining factual labels with quirky details specific to Martha's own perspective, this is a book which offers both light-touch learning and a positive message about dreaming big. The delightful textured and patterned illustrations perfectly complement Martha's optimism and creativity." - BookTrust
  • "Each page is packed with fun details..." - Bristol Magazine
  • "A wonderfully conceived and executed picture book celebrating the excitement and the possibilities that lie ahead of young lives." - ACHUKA
  • "Packed with Hodgkinson's stunning, distinctive and lively illustrations, Martha Maps It Out is a perfect package of fun, facts and food for thought." - Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post
  • "Every page is a treat with so much for young readers to explore and it's delightfully positive, celebrating all the opportunities Martha has for adventure and discovery. Children will love it and it will inspire much map-making and daydreaming. Highly recommended for home and school. 5 stars" - Books for Keeps
  • "Explore Martha's wonderful world in a book full of discoveries and excitement" - Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids
  • "This book would be a great addition to any school library or reading corner... It could be used to support KS1 topics in geography and maths, such as local area mapping, towns and cities, geographical scale, and as a general introduction to map work. A really fun book for young readers." - Books for Topics
  • "...a book to be shared, scanned and promotes deep book talk between the reader and listener...it takes this book to reflect how a community impacts the growth of one young life." - Amy Greatex, Reading for Pleasure, The Open University
  • "Martha's map is full of fun details and true facts that are perfect for curious minds. The book radiates a contagious energy and excitement for the wonders of the universe." - BookTrust
  • "Martha Maps it Out is a glorious picturebook. Just like Martha, it has limitless potential for the classroom... Martha is a warm and welcoming guide with her cheery smile and very relatable and reliable guide. This is an essential picturebook which should be in every Key Stage One classroom. Highly recommended." - Sam Keeley, Just Imagine
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