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Rating: 
Summary: Pretty Good
Review: I got this for homeschool type purposes. It looks like it will be good for younger kids, it has each country and some facts along with larger maps. It has full pages and then smaller half pages and little flaps, depending on how much info the country has.
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Summary: Beautiful and Comprehensive
Review: This is a gorgeous book; hardcover with glossy pages of varying sizes and vibrant color. For every country in the world (yes, EVERY country), the book lists some important information, such as what language the people speak, the currency, the flag, and how to say hello (with pronunciations). It also shows a map of the country, listing the major cities and natural landmarks. For the major countries, the book also gives additional information like the foods people like to eat, famous landmarks, natural "wonders," and famous people. The page on Germany, for instance, gives not only the basic information but also pictures of the Brandenburg Gate, Neu Schwanstein, an Audi, the Black Forest, some sausages and beer.
I bought this book because I really admire Priddy books in general, and I wanted to add this one to my son's collection. My son spends HOURS looking through his other Priddy word books, and I suspect that this one will be no exception. He's only 20 months old now, however, and so this picture atlas is far too advanced for him, but it will be handy as he starts to ask questions about where he lives in relation to where other people live. I can tell it will be a useful reference -- it's fun to look at, and is full of great information to get conversations started.
As with all other Priddy books, this is highly recommended!
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