Amazing Asia: An Encyclopedia of an Epic Continent by Rashmi Sirdeshpande, illustrated by Jason Lyon, 105 pages. NON-FICTION. Wide Eyed Editions, 2024. $30. 9780711288324
BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3), EL - ESSENTIAL
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Rashmi Sirdeshpande shows fun facts and historical events through a weaving timeline, countering the denser topics with inventions and animals. Lyon's illustrations show the wide range of culture and geography in Asia, including bits of language, flags, geography, and different people and species.
"Amazing Asia" is a great, in-depth explanation of everything Asia-inspiring kids from all different backgrounds. SLyon’s fascinating illustrations draw readers in, as well as being packed with information spanning all different categories. It's a great way to teach kids about different cultures, including learning more about their own as well as helping them to explore others. "Amazing Asia" is a detailed, beautiful way to learn about culture and humanity.
Bryant Baird, Librarian
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