Book Series · 11 Books

Lonely Planet Kids Books

In order from Pop-up New York to Deadly Animal Atlas.

The Lonely Planet Kids series is a set of 11 chapter books by Lonely Planet, published between 2016 and 2024. Written for ages 0–12, most books run about 140 pages.

Pop-up New York

Trains

Love Around the World

Create Your Own Camping Activities

America's National Parks

Atlas of Cats

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Pop-up New York

Sale price

$958

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Pop-up New York

By Andy Mansfield

Explore New York's iconic landmarks through stunning pop-ups that ignite wanderlust in young adventurers.

8 pages

$9.99Save 4%

Paperback

Summary: Discover New York's magic with pop-ups of the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, and more. This vibrant book invites young explorers to experience the city's iconic landmarks, sparking curiosity and wanderlust. Will these pop-ups inspire a lifelong love for travel and adventure? Dive into the heart of the city and see where your imagination takes you.

The complete set

Lonely Planet Kids Series

11 books · Published 2016–2024

Pop-up New York

Sale price

$958

Pop-up New York

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Explore New York's iconic landmarks through stunning pop-ups that ignite wanderlust in young adventurers.

Trains

Sale price

$858

Trains

Board Book · Ages 0–2 · 2020

Discover the world of trains, from steam to high-speed, in this colorful journey for young explorers.

Love Around the World

Sale price

$1498

Love Around the World

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020

Discover how love is celebrated worldwide through unique cultural traditions.

Create Your Own Camping Activities

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$1797

Create Your Own Camping Activities

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2023

Transform camping trips with creative games, crafts, and survival skills.

America's National Parks

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$2374

America's National Parks

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2024

Explore all 63 U.S. national parks and uncover their wild secrets.

Atlas of Cats

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$2089

Atlas of Cats

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024

Discover the origins and secrets of 100 cat breeds from around the world.

Deadly Animal Atlas

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$2184

Deadly Animal Atlas

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2024

Explore the world's deadliest predators and their secrets in this thrilling atlas.

A Kid's Guide to New York City

Sale price

$1597

A Kid's Guide to New York City

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12

Discover New York City's secrets and surprises in this kid-friendly adventure guide.

A Kid's Guide to Rome

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$1597

A Kid's Guide to Rome

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12

Discover Rome's secrets and surprises in a kid-friendly adventure guide.

A Kid's Guide to Paris

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$1597

A Kid's Guide to Paris

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12

Discover Paris's secrets and wonders through a kid's eyes in this thrilling travel guide.

A Kid's Guide to London

Sale price

$1597

A Kid's Guide to London

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12

Discover London's secrets and hidden wonders in this thrilling kid's travel guide.

Companion series

Lonely Planet Kids: City Trails Series

7 books

New York City Trails

Sale price

$1248

New York City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

Uncover New York's hidden secrets and unexpected stories beyond the tourist trail.

Paris City Trails

Sale price

$1248

Paris City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12

Uncover Paris's hidden secrets and quirky wonders with two adventurous explorers.

Barcelona City Trails

Sale price

$1299

Barcelona City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12

Explore Barcelona's hidden wonders from home with themed trails revealing secrets and surprises.

Singapore City Trails

Sale price

$1299

Singapore City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12

Explore Singapore's hidden wonders through themed trails and uncover secrets beyond the tourist paths.

Washington, DC City Trails

Sale price

$1299

Washington, DC City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12

Discover hidden wonders and secrets of Washington DC through themed trails and adventures.

Tokyo City Trails

Sale price

$1299

Tokyo City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12

Discover Tokyo's hidden wonders through themed trails and surprising adventures beyond the usual tourist paths.

Rome City Trails

Sale price

$1299

Rome City Trails

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12

Uncover Rome's hidden secrets and quirky tales on a thrilling adventure.

Companion series

Lonely Planet Kids: First Words Series

5 books · Published 2018–2019

First Words Spanish

Sale price

$674

First Words Spanish

Board Book · Ages 0–2 · 2018

Discover 12 essential Spanish words with fun illustrations and pronunciation guides.

First Words French

Sale price

$699

First Words French

Board Book · Ages 0–2 · 2018

Discover 12 French words with fun illustrations and pronunciation guides.

First Words: Italian

Sale price

$674

First Words: Italian

Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2019

Discover 12 Italian words with illustrations and pronunciation guides.

First Words: Japanese

Sale price

$674

First Words: Japanese

Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2019

Discover 12 Japanese words with illustrations and pronunciation guides.

First Words Mandarin

Sale price

$699

First Words Mandarin

Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2019

Discover 12 Mandarin words with illustrations and pronunciation guides.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Lonely Planet Kids series?

There are 11 books in the Lonely Planet Kids series. It began with Pop-up New York in 2016, and the newest book, Deadly Animal Atlas, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Lonely Planet Kids books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Lonely Planet Kids to life.

Andy Mansfield

Author & Illustrator

Lonely Planet Kids

Alli Brydon

Laura Baker

Alexa Ward

Frances Evans

Lonely Planet

James Gulliver Hancock

Wazza Pink

Yu Kito Lee

Daniel Rieley

Mike Lowery

Kelsey Heaton

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