Children's Encyclopedia of Flags

This comprehensive encyclopedia shows the flags of every country in the world, giving a fascinating insight into each nation''s history and values. The book is divided into regions, each illustrated with a map, making it easy to compare the flags of adjoining countries. It delves deep into each flag''s history, explaining when it was adopted and why it was chosen to represent a nation. Fact boxes highlight the flags used by cities, regions, and organizations; and annotations, diagrams, and quick-fire facts are used to give greater depth to the topic. Well-researched and with vibrant photos, this is a reference book to treasure. For children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children''s Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space science. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child''s bookshelf.