2010
俗話說“讀萬卷書，不如行千里路”，但環(huán)球旅行對于大多數(shù)人來說都并非是一件簡簡單單就能實踐的事情，尤其是對一個家庭來說，一趟旅行將耗費大量的金錢和準(zhǔn)備時間。無法進(jìn)行環(huán)球旅游時，不妨和孩子一起閱讀關(guān)于周游世界的圖書、視頻或者進(jìn)行一些探索性的小活動，讓孩子開闊視野，對世界上其他的地方有更多的認(rèn)知。
讓孩子閱讀關(guān)于環(huán)球旅行題材的書籍，是一個“讀萬卷書，如同行萬里路”的好方法－讓孩子從別人的旅行經(jīng)歷中并感受不同國家的文化和傳統(tǒng)。
今天和大家分享一些關(guān)于世界各地旅行的兒童書籍，這些書不僅講述了環(huán)球旅行的經(jīng)歷和吃喝住行，更重要的是這些有趣的旅行故事將點燃孩子了解并學(xué)習(xí)世界各地文化和傳統(tǒng)的渴望。
I thought I would share some of our favorites children's books with you -- ones that not only highlight something about other countries but will also fuel a child's desire to learn more about cultures and traditions.
If you don't already have a map or globe around your home, I would highly recommend getting one so that you can 'track your travels' as you read.
There are so many books that feature different cities and countries around the world.
For this list, I was looking for stories that were told from the point of view of a child or included detailed information about the location and culture.Instead of historical accounts, I included contemporary stories as much as possible. Some books highlight the country while others feature major cities from around the world.
Also, I love to pair extension activities to books we read so many of the books on our list include wonderful resource pages -- recipes, words from other languages, cultural activities.
Read about France and make a french snack, explore a book about Tokyo and learn some Japanese words -- the kids will really enjoy this type of hands-on learning.Be sure to check out the appendix area (usually located in the back of the book) to see what type of add-on activities can be done at home.
I've made sure that each of the items on our list is listed by country and includes an affiliate link so that you can find out more about each book.
So pull out your map along with some fun stickers to mark the locations and let's head off on a journey across the globe!
Canada All Year
旅行目的地：加拿大
這本書描述的是三只小動物在加拿大旅游的一些有趣好玩的故事。書中涵蓋了加拿大的所有地區(qū)，并突出了每個月季節(jié)性的當(dāng)?shù)鼗顒印?/p>
CANADA:Canada All Year
shares the travels of three animal friends as they experience some of the fun events and traditions of the country.The book covers all areas of Canada and highlights seasonal activities for each month of the year.Ages 2 - 7 years
Larry Gets Lost in New York City
旅行目的地：紐約（美國）
雖然書中的文字并不特別完美，但書中的插畫和主人公Larry稀奇古怪的人物塑造深深地打動讀者。如果孩子喜歡這本書，還可以讀讀這本書其他的旅行系列喔！
NEW YORK CITY (United States):Although I wasn't crazy over the rhyming text in Larry Gets Lost in New York City
, I did love the illustrations and antics of Larry, a dog who gets lost in New York City (and experiences all the sights and sounds as he looks for his family).And if you enjoyed Larry's trip through NYC, check out his other travels in thisbook series
! Ages 3 - 8 years.
Wow! America!
旅行目的地：美國
一本內(nèi)容全面的書涵蓋了美國各地各種各樣的文化，傳統(tǒng)和風(fēng)景。帶著孩子，跟著書中的主人翁暢游美國，一起參觀美國一個個壯觀的景點，地標(biāo)和風(fēng)景！
UNITED STATES:To get an idea of the variety of cultures, traditions and landscape across the United States, read Wow! America!
with the kids.Follow Izzy and her sister as they criss-cross the country seeing some of the outstanding landmarks and geography.Ages 3 - 8 years.
Off We Go to Mexico
旅行目的地：墨西哥
書中豐富多彩的情節(jié)帶著孩子穿越整個國家。孩子們會喜歡上書中抒情的詩句和豐富的詞匯，每一頁上都有相當(dāng)多的細(xì)節(jié)，讓孩子有興趣地把書讀完。
MEXICO:Off We Go to Mexico
is an amazingly colorful walk through the country!Kids will enjoy the lyrical verse on each page along with the vocabulary words.There's quite a bit of detail on each page so allow kids to linger and ask questions.The story is also offered in a Spanish edition, Nos Vamos a Mexico!
Ages 3 - 9 years.
拉丁美洲地區(qū)
The Good Garden: How One Family Went from Hunger to Having Enough
旅行目的地：洪都拉斯
小小讀者可以從書中學(xué)習(xí)到洪都拉斯的家庭是如何通過自己種植的花園謀生的。像這樣的主題非常適合給孩子閱讀，讓他們小小年紀(jì)就了解到世界各地的家庭生活和工作。
HONDURAS - I love the books published by CitizenKid!In The Good Garden: How One Family Went from Hunger to Having Enough
, the reader learns how a family from Honduras is able to make a living my producing their own garden.Books with topics like this are great to introduce to kids so they are able to see how families around the world live and work.Ages 5 - 12+ years.
Mama & Papa Have A Store
旅行目的地：危地馬拉
這是一個非常特別的故事，書中講述的是中國人移居到危地馬拉所發(fā)生的事情，分享了兩種不同文化的融合，以及作為一個移民家庭在危地馬拉開設(shè)布料店的故事，精彩的插畫以及文字把故事詮釋得淋漓盡致
GUATEMALA: This is a unique story in that it takes place in Central America but is a story about Chinese immigrants who moved to the area. Mama & Papa Have A Store
shares the blending of two cultures as a family opens a fabric store in Guatemala.The colorful illustations can tell their own story but are brought to life through the descriptive text.Ages 4 - 9 years.
Caribbean Journey from A to Y (Read and Discover What Happened to the Z)
旅行目的地：加勒比海
現(xiàn)在特別流行在非一般的地方生活，這本書正正描述的是奇幻的島嶼生活！ 這是一本美妙并極其具有教育意義的圖書，能讓孩子了解加勒比海地區(qū)的文化和地理環(huán)境。書中每一頁都包含了地圖和具體數(shù)據(jù)及事實！
CARIBBEAN: I had to include a book about island life on our list since the world has so many cool places to live (and my son dreams about moving to Figi one day ;) Caribbean Journey from A to Y (Read and Discover What Happened to the Z)
is a beautiful and extremely educational look at the culture and geography of the Caribbean Islands.I just LOVE the map they've included plus all the facts listed on each page.Ages 3 - 11 years.
南美洲地區(qū)
Up and Down the Andes
旅行目的地：秘魯
我們小小的讀者將有機(jī)會認(rèn)識這些來自秘魯?shù)男∨笥?，并一同前往他們的一個傳統(tǒng)節(jié)日。
PERU: In Up and Down the Andes
, the reader has the opportunity to meet children from around Peru who are all traveling to one of their festivals -- each using a different type of transportation to get there.Ages 3 - 8 years.
Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia
旅行目的地：哥倫比亞
這是一本記錄性的圖書，講述的是一個住在哥倫比亞的圖書管理員為了給孩子送書克服當(dāng)?shù)貒?yán)峻的地形。不是所有圖書管理員都是在室內(nèi)辦公的噢！
COLUMBIA: Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia
I'm a fan of any book that tells the story of books :)Biblioburro is a factual account of one librarian in Columbia who overcomes the local terrain in order to deliver books to children.Not all libraries are housed in buldings!Ages 3 - 8 years.
Cassio's Day: From Dawn to Dusk in a Brazilian Village
旅行目的地：巴西
這次推薦書單里沒有包含很多非小說書籍，但這本非常吸引人。孩子們在閱讀中會很快地融入到主人翁Cassio在巴西從黎明到黃昏的每一天日常生活。這本書尤其吸引那些有相似經(jīng)歷的孩子，他們?nèi)绾紊钤诓灰粯拥膰也⑶遗α私猱?dāng)?shù)氐奈幕町?。書中那些真實的照片很吸引人，真實的?xì)節(jié)貫穿整個故事。
BRAZIL:I didn't include many non-fiction books on the list but this one was very appealing to me.Children will quickly identify with the daily living shared in Cassio's Day: From Dawn to Dusk in a Brazilian Village.The books makes it easy to notice some similarities in how children live across different countries while also learning about the cultural differences.The real-life photos are very appealing and I loved the additional factual details shared throughout the story.Ages 3 - 8 years.
歐洲地區(qū)
A Walk in London
旅行目的地：倫敦（英國）
享受在美妙的倫敦一邊游走在這個城市的大街小巷一邊體會英格蘭的文化。跟著故事情節(jié)一起探索這個城市最迷人的地標(biāo)和景點！
LONDON (England):Enjoy the wonderful sites and culture of England withA Walk in London
.Follow along as a mom and daughter explore some of the best landmarks and spots in the big city.Lots of trivia and a great fold-out section in the back!Ages 3 - 11 years
This is Venice
旅行目的地：威尼斯（意大利）
通過這本書和孩子探索意大利最著名的城市之一 – 威尼斯。由一些有趣的事實和美麗的插畫帶我們了解這座華麗的歐洲城市里著名的地標(biāo)性建筑和當(dāng)?shù)匚幕?/p>
VENICE (Italy): Explore one of the most famous city's in Itay through This Is Venice
.Learn about the famous landmarks, culture and wonderful details of this gorgeous European city -- along with some fun facts and beautiful illustrations.Ages 3 - 12 years.
This book is part of a wonderful series that's also featured in our Wonderful Book Series that Take Kids Around the Worldtoo!
Postmark Paris: A Story in Stamps
旅行目的地：巴黎（法國）
一個年輕女孩從美國移居到巴黎這座迷人城市的故事，一年來她堅持收集好看的經(jīng)典郵票作為給美國朋友的紀(jì)念品。
PARIS (France):Enjoy a young girls' experiences in Paris in Postmark Paris: A Story in Stamps
.Fun journal-like pages showcase the family's move to the city for a year, some of the sights of Paris and the beautiful stamps that are used as souvenirs for friends back in the states.Ages 3 - 9 years.
Anno's Spain
旅行目的地：西班牙
這本書里的一幅畫就能頂一千個字！ 這本圖畫書展現(xiàn)了幾個西班牙的迷人景點。孩子們會喜歡探索每一個插畫里的細(xì)節(jié)，因為他們從中會發(fā)現(xiàn)這個美麗的國家擁有那么多雄偉壯觀的地標(biāo)和景觀！
SPAIN: This is one of those books where a picture is worth a thousand words!Anno's Spain
is a gorgeous, wordless book that features some of the beautiful places across the country of Spain.Kids will adore searching through the details of each illustration as they discover some of the wonderful landmarks and geographic beauty of the country.Ages 3 - 11 years.
Russia ABCs: A Book About the People and Places of Russia
旅行目的地：俄羅斯
俄羅斯是世界上一個橫跨兩大洲（歐洲和亞洲）的國家，許多人開始對這個國家有更多的了解是因為2014年在俄羅斯舉辦的奧林匹克冬季運動會。這本書介紹了很多關(guān)于俄羅斯的當(dāng)?shù)匚幕乩憝h(huán)境和人們風(fēng)俗習(xí)慣，讓孩子大開眼界
RUSSIA: Russia is actually a country located on two continents (Europe and Asia) and one that many people know more about after the hosting of the 2014 Winter Olympics.Like the opening ceremonies at the Olympics,Russia ABCs: A Book About the People and Places of Russia
gives many details about the culture, geography and traditions of the people and country.Ages 4 - 10 years.
非洲地區(qū)
Africa Is Not A Country
旅行目的地：非洲
這是一本了解非洲的初級必備書！ 書中很詳細(xì)地詮釋了這個由不同國家組成的非洲大陸的獨特性。很多孩子會認(rèn)為非洲是一個國家，而這本書將會給孩子帶來豐富的地理知識！
This is a must-start-with book!Africa Is Not A Country
does a wonderful job of explaining the uniqueness of various countries on the continent.So many kids think that Africa is a country so this book will really be a wealth of knowledge. Ages 4 - 10 years.
Let's Visit Cairo!: Adventures of Bella & Harry
旅行目的地：開羅（埃及）
孩子們會非常喜歡看到書中提及開羅的神秘古代文化，如金字塔和帝王谷。另外還可以學(xué)習(xí)一些基本的阿拉伯語。
CAIRO (Egypt): Go on a trip around Egypt with your two favorite chihuahuas inLet's Visit Cairo!: Adventures of Bella & Harry. Kids will love to see how much of the ancient culture (the pyramids and Valley of the Kings) still remains in Cairo today.Plus, learn some basic Arabic and hieroglypics too!Ages 3 - 9 years.
Mirror
旅行目的地：摩洛哥
書中描述的是一個孩子在摩洛哥和澳大利亞的生活，孩子們會喜歡上生活在兩個國家發(fā)生不同的日常生活。
MOROCCO: Mirror
is a great read that showcases the day-in-the-life of a child in Morocco and in Australia (mirror images).Kids will enjoy seeing the similarities and differences that take place during everyday life in two countries.Ages 3 - 9 years.
Elizabeti's School
旅行目的地：坦桑尼亞
故事講述的是一位叫Elizabeti的小朋友第一天去學(xué)校上學(xué)的故事，讓孩子把自己國家的學(xué)校生活和坦桑尼亞的校園生活進(jìn)行對比，將會有一番不一樣的體驗！
TANZANIA: Head to the classroom on the first day of school with Elizabeti's School
.See the similarities and differences as you compare school in Tanzania with school in your own country.Ages 3 - 8 years.
旅行目的地：馬里（西非國家）
一家去馬里旅行，小女孩非常想她的乳牙在那里掉落，看看她和非洲牙仙子交換到了什么？
MALI: I Lost My Tooth In Africa
is a fun look at a childhood right of passage.Amina wants nothing more than to lose her tooth during her family's trip to Africa -- then she can place it under a guord for the African Tooth Fairy who will exchange it for two chickens.Children will love to learn more about how traditions change across countries.Ages 3 - 8 years.
One Hen: How One Small Loan Made a Big Difference
旅行目的地：加納
這本書是基于一個真實的故事編寫而成的，故事講述的是一個人是如何改變整個社會的。一個名叫Kojo的小男孩收到了一筆貸款，他用來買了一只母雞就這樣開始了自己的事業(yè)。Kojo把自己做生意賺來的錢讓整個村莊收益。
GHANA: Another book from a great publisher (CitizenKid),One Hen: How One Small Loan Made a Big Difference
is based on a true story of how one person can change a whole community.Kojo, a young boy, receives a loan to buy one hen in order to start his own business.That invest goes on to benefit a whole village.This is a great book for kids of all ages -- even teens!Ages 5 - 12+ years.
大洋洲地區(qū)
Are We There Yet?
旅行目的地：大洋洲
故事講述的是在澳大利亞的一段獨一無二的自駕游。跟隨主人翁游玩整個大洋洲，了解這個大洲的多樣性。
AUSTRALIA:Are We There Yet?
is the summary of a one-of-a-kind road trip across Australia!Follow 8-year-old Grace and her family across the continent as we learn about the wonderful diversity of the country.Enjoy the layout of the story (which is more like a family photo album) and map.Ages 3 - 9 years.
D is for Down Under: An Australia Alphabet
旅行目的地：澳大利亞
因為澳大利亞即是一個國家也是一個大洲，這本書講述了所有關(guān)于這個獨特國家、大洲的美妙事情。這本書只是系列的一部分，系列中的其他書還講述了其他國家。書中涵蓋了關(guān)于澳大利亞歷史，地理，動物和天文信息的豐富知識。
AUSTRALIA: And since Australia is both a country and a continent, I thought it deserved two choices ;)
D is for Down Under: An Australia Alphabet
shares all the wonderful things about the country and continent of Australia.This is part of a book series that has titles for many countries.I really like the breadth of the content which covers some of the history, geography, animals and natural formations of the country.Ages 4 - 10 years.
亞洲地區(qū)
I Live in Tokyo
旅行目的地：東京（日本）
這本書主要講的是主人翁Mimiko到東京一年來的趣事和節(jié)日慶祝活動，還介紹了東京的一些特色美食，慶典和傳統(tǒng)風(fēng)俗。
JAPAN:I Live in Tokyo
was one of my favorite reads mainly because the book is set up to review the fun and festivities throughout the year.Read about the experiences of Mimiko, a 7-year-old, as she introduces us to some of the food, celebrations and traditions of Tokyo.Ages 3 - 10 years.
The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq
旅行目的地：伊拉克
這本書是根據(jù)一個圖書管理員真實的故事編寫而成的，在這個飽受戰(zhàn)爭蹂躪的國家，這個圖書管理員想盡辦法希望把一些無價的收藏書保留下來，故事里展現(xiàn)了伊拉克的傳統(tǒng)文化，風(fēng)俗和人們的價值觀。
IRAQ: Any reader will fall in love with the determination ofThe Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq
.Based on the true story of a librarian who worked to save a priceless collection of books in a war-torn country, this story shows a peek into some of the culture, values and traditions of Iraq and its people.Ages 5 - 12 years.
My China Travel Journal
旅行目的地：中國
市面上有很多精彩的英文兒童讀物都把重點放在中國的古代歷史時期。這是少有的一本描述中國現(xiàn)代生活的兒童讀物，故事中描述的是一個9歲的女孩跟隨家人來到中國旅行所看到的所有新奇有趣的事物。
CHINA:There are so many wonderful children's books that highlight historical times in China but I really wanted a story that featured more modern-day activities.My China Travel Journal
fit the bill -- it's written from the perspective of a 9-year-old girl who visits China with her family and journals about all the new and interesting things she sees during her trip.Ages 4 - 10 years.
Finders Keepers
旅行目的地：印度
一本獲獎讀物，和我們分享一個關(guān)于丟了的錢包被拾回并被送往印度的真實故事。用漂亮的插畫和細(xì)膩的細(xì)節(jié)展現(xiàn)了印度多樣化的文化和風(fēng)俗，非常值得一看！
INDIA: An award-winning book, Finders Keepers? shares the true story of a lost wallet found and returned in India.There are some wonderful introductions to various cultural traditions from the country.Gorgeous illustrations and some wonderful details about the customs make this a great read!Ages 3 - 11 years
旅行目的地：巴基斯坦
一個關(guān)于分享涼鞋的故事，有心酸有希望。
PAKISTAN: Four Feet, Two Sandals
is a wonderful story of sharing.When one pair of sandals is sent to a refugee camp in Pakistan, two girls each find one of the shoes.Lina and Feroza decide to share the sandals as they both wait for their chance to go to America.A very good insight into the experiences of refugee children.Ages 5 - 11 years.
The Trip Back Home
旅行目的地：韓國
故事講述的是一個年輕女孩到母親的家鄉(xiāng)國家旅行，小小讀者們會喜歡上學(xué)習(xí)關(guān)于韓國家庭的日?；顒雍驼Z言。
KOREA:The Trip Back Home
highlights the travels of a young girl who visits her mother's home country of Korea.Readers will enjoy learning about the daily activities and events of the family along with some native words that are interspearsed throughout the text.Ages 3 - 7 years.
北極地區(qū)
Meet Lydia: A Native Girl from Southeast Alaska
旅行目的地：阿拉斯加州
一本少有突顯阿拉斯加村莊的現(xiàn)代文化和傳統(tǒng)部落生活的兒童讀物。書中用文字非常細(xì)膩地描述了這個偏遠(yuǎn)地區(qū)異于我們生活的點點滴滴，讓小小讀者們能深入體會當(dāng)?shù)氐娘L(fēng)俗文化。
ALASKA: I really wanted to include at least one book from an arctic village -- it's a challenge to find a good contemporary picture book of this nature so if you've read any, please do leave a comment!
Meet Lydia: A Native Girl from Southeast Alaska
highlights the culture and modern tribal traditions of young girl living in an Alaskan village.I love the glimpse we get into this remote area and the text is very descriptive, teaching the reader quite a bit about the area.Ages 6 - 11 years.
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