WELCOME TO PLANET EARTH!
7 Continents
- North America
- South America
- Europe
- Asia
- Australia
- Africa
- Antarctica
5 Oceans
- Pacific
- Atlantic
- Indian
- Southern
- Arctic
Fun Facts
North America grows half of the world’s corn
Ecuador in South America is home to more than 1,000 species of Orchids
Istanbul (largest city in Turkey) is located in 2 continents: the western part is located in Europe and the eastern part is located in Asia
More than 50,000 people in Japan surpassed the age of 100 years old
There are 2 landlocked countries in Africa; Swaziland and Lesotho are fully landlocked within South Africa
The city of Brisbane in Australia host an annual cockroach racing tournament
98% of the Antarctica Continent is covered in ice
Fast Facts
North America
Area: 9.5 million sq. mi.
Population: 580 million
Languages: English (main), Spanish, French and many more
Countries: 23
Largest Country: Canada
Smallest Country: Granada
South America
Area: 6.9 million sq. mi.
Population: 425 million
Languages: Spanish (main), Portughese, Dutch, English, Quechua and others
Countries: 12
Largest Country: Brazil
Smallest Country: Suriname
Europe
Area: 3.9 million sq. mi.
Population: 740 million
Languages: more than 250 (Romance, Germanic, Slavic languages)
Countries: 50
Largest Country: Russia
Smallest Country: Vatican City
Asia
Area: 17.2 million sq. mi.
Population: 4.5 billion
Languages: over 2,300 languages
Countries: 48
Largest Country: Russia
Smallest Country: Maldives
Africa
Area: 11.7 million sq. mi.
Population: 1.1 billion
Languages: Approximately 2,000 languages
Countries: 54
Largest Country: Algeria
Smallest Country: Seychelles
Australia
Area: 3 million sq. mi.
Population: 36 million
Languages: over 200 languages
Countries: 14
Largest Country: Australia
Smallest Country: Nauru
Antarctica
Area: 5.4 million sq. mi.
Population: 5 thousand (none permanent)
Languages: None
Countries: None
Largest Country: N/A
Smallest Country: N/A
Photos
Machu Pichu, Peru
Machu Picchu was discovered only about 100 years ago and is referred to as “The Lost City of the Incas”. Its name means ‘Old Mountain’ in the Quechua language. The site is located at 8000 feet above sea level in the mountains of Peru. There are lots of tales regarding what the site was built for from people believing it was a sacred site to others saying it was a summer retreat for an Incan emperor.
Machu Pichu, Peru
Machu Picchu was discovered only about 100 years ago and is referred to as “The Lost City of the Incas”. Its name means ‘Old Mountain’ in the Quechua language. The site is located at 8000 feet above sea level in the mountains of Peru. There are lots of tales regarding what the site was built for from people believing it was sacred site to others saying it was a summer retreat for an Incan emperor.
Food Around The World
Bread
Breads of all shapes and sizes made from many types of
flour are enjoyed around the world, including the thin French Baguette, the twisted German Pretzel, the leavened Indian Naan, and the cheesy Brazilian Pao de Queijo.
Ice Cream
Ice cream is a beloved dessert for people all over the world. From smooth Soft Serve and Gelato to fruity Sorbet and Paletas, from golf-ball-sized Mochi to rolled I Tim Pad, ice cream is delicious in every form.
What's Included?
World Explorer Passport: Keep track of your adventures in your World Explorers passport! Fill out the first page, add your photo, and complete your passport as your World Explorers adventures continue with country kits.
World Explorer Backpack: Decorate your own Little Learning Hands backpack to keep your World Explorers materials in one spot—or carry around your own items on your personal adventures.
Global Booklet: Learn about each of the continents, their unique features, the people who inhabit them, and fun facts about Planet Earth!
Global Recipe Cards: Find an adult to help you create some delicious worldwide treats, like fresh homemade bread and ice cream.
3D Puzzle of the World: Build the globe by hand with a fun and fascinating 3D puzzle.
Scratch off Map of the World: Keep track of countries as you explore them with Little Learning Hands or during your own adventures
Table Talk Cards: Challenge your family to share new stories with these fun facts and interesting questions designed to encourage family discussion.
Sticker: Mark your exploration of the World in your passport by placing this sticker on the page dedicated to the Global Kit
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