The best kid’s toy gift guide for exploring the World! These featured geography toys highlight fun gift ideas of the best globes, maps, games, books, puzzles, and more.
Learning about the world is one of the important things we want to share with our kids as they grow up in our homes and discover various cultures.
Here are some of our favorite geography toys for exploring the world.
- Interactive Globes for Kids
- Inflatable Globes for Kids
- World Maps for Kids
- Games About the World for kids
- World Map Puzzles for Kids
- Sticker Books for Hands-on Fun with the World
- Stocking Stuffer Idea: Landmarks of the World
- Getting Global Around the House with Kids
- Books About the World for Kids
- World Atlas Books for Kids
Geography gifts can help kids learn about the world around them in a fun and interactive way. They can also help kids develop important skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
Here are some of the benefits of giving geography gifts to kids:
- Geography gifts can help kids learn about different cultures and countries.
- They can help kids develop an appreciation for the natural world.
- They can help kids learn about different languages and customs.
- They can help kids develop a sense of adventure and exploration.
- They can help kids become more globally aware and informed citizens.
Some great geography gifts for kids include:
- Globes
- Maps
- Atlases
- Travel guides
- Field guides
- Children’s books about different countries and cultures
- Puzzles
- Games
- Crafts
- Art supplies
- Travel journals
- Field trip kits
We’ve created a Toy Gift Guide for Kids with a theme that is very dear to our hearts, Raising Global Kids!
Toys About the World for Kids
I’m sharing my favorite toys that teach children about the world. Through Maps, Games, Puzzles, Blocks, Books, and more there are so many ways to encourage your child at a very early age to learn about the world.
Here are some fun ways to discover continents, oceans, countries, landmarks, plants, and even animals from all parts of the earth together this holiday season for year-long fun.
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Interactive Globes for Kids
LeapFrog Magic Adventures Globe
Using the stylus, children can tap on the 10″ interactive learning globe and experience new places, languages, cultures, animals, geography, habitats and more through high-quality BBC videos. These highly educational globes for kids feature a 2.8″ integrated video screen, animations and live-action videos. When they’ve mastered concepts, they can also play three interactive games: Around the World, Quiz Show and Where in the World.
Ages 4 and up
GeoSafari Jr. Talking Interactive Globe with Talking Pen by Educational Insights
Spark more curiosity about the world around us, with the help of Wildlife Warrior Bindi Irwin and the GeoSafari Jr. Talking Globe! Kids can set out for adventure and discover faraway places, fascinating animals, amazing nature, and more with this updated version of our bestselling Talking Globe. Play and learn in 3 different modes (Explore It, Find It, Measure It): simply touch the smart stylus pen to any spot on the globe to hear fun facts and answer quiz questions. More than 10 hours of audio, voiced by Bindi Irwin, keeps kids engaged and learning.
Ages 4 and up
Orboot Earth (Globe + App) Interactive AR World Globe by PlayShifu
An award-winning educational toy, Orboot Earth is a no-borders globe that connects with the fun & interactive Orboot app. (NO BORDERS OR NAMES ON GLOBE) Explore the world with 400+ highlights and 1000+ cool facts across 6 categories – cultures, cuisines, monuments, inventions, animals and maps (national and state boundaries of countries).
SMART WALLABY 9″ Illuminated Educational Kids World Globe +Constellation Maps, LED Night Light
Light & Flight Discovery Globe by VTech
Little explorers can grab the joystick to circle the globe and explore different countries, meet new people and visit landmarks and animals. Five exciting activities introduce continents, oceans, famous places and more. As they pretend to travel the world, the globe teaches kids basic geography skills with colorful lights, playful phrases and cool sound effects. They’ll even hear how to say “hello,” “goodbye,” “please” and “thank you” in different languages.
Ages 3 to 9 years old
Inflatable Globes for Kids
Learn to Identify continents, countries, cities, and bodies of water by making it fun for kids to study geography, history, trade routes, climate and more. Includes repair kit, Activity Guide, and hook and string for hanging display from Learning Resources
TEDCO 12″ Tiny Travelers Inflatable Globe
This Inflatable globe teaches kids where animals live using a 24″ Diameter Inflatable Globe and sheets of Animal Stickers.
Pacon Inflatable 16″ Diameter EarthBall Globe
World Maps for Kids
2 Pack – World & USA Map for Kids (Laminated)
Large World Map Classroom Tapestry
2 Pack – Laminated World Map Poster & USA Map Set 18” x 29”
Colorful World Map with Flags & Capitals
Learning Resources World Treasure Hunt Map
Games About the World for kids
World Box Geography Game with World Map for Kids
100 PICS Flags of The World Travel Game
The Purple Cow Go Fish! – Countries Flags & More
The World Game – The Ultimate Geography Card Game
The World Game – Fun Geography Board Game
Children of the World Memory Game
Continent Race Geography Learning Educational Game for Kids
Skillmatics Board Game – Scout It Out Countries of The World
Trekking The World – The Award-Winning Board Game for Family Night
Tnt Gaming Company Country Quest – Kids World Knowledge Card Game
Traveling The World Pursuit – Trivia Board Game
Kids Passport Sticker Book with Assorted Travel Stickers
Scholastic The World Travel Card Game
eeBoo: I Never Forget a Face, Memory & Matching Game
Hasbro Gaming Monopoly Travel World Tour Board Game
Imagimake Mapology United States & World Map Puzzle with Flags, Capitals and Stickers
Skillmatics Card Game – Guess in 10 Countries of The World
World Map Puzzles for Kids
Ravensburger XXL Children’s Globe 180 Piece Puzzleball
3D Spherical Puzzle – World Globe 530 Pieces
Learning Resources Puzzle Globe – 14 Pieces
Melissa & Doug World Map 33 pcs Floor Puzzle
Educational Insights World Foam Map Puzzle
Mudpuppy Map of the World Puzzle To Go, 36 Pieces
World Map Puzzle for Kids – 75 Piece
Petit Collage Floor Puzzle, Our World, 24-Pieces
eeBoo: World Map 100 Piece Puzzle
iPlay, iLearn Floor World Map Round Puzzle for Kids
boppi World Map Round Jigsaw Puzzle with 100% Recycled Card 150 Pieces
DIGOBAY World Map Jigsaw Puzzle for Kids 4-8, 70 Piece Globe Large Round Floor Puzzles
Mideer 100Pcs World Map Jigsaw Puzzles
Mudpuppy Map of The World Jumbo Puzzle, 25 Pieces
Jumbo Floor Puzzle World Map Puzzle 48 Piece
Sticker Books for Hands-on Fun with the World
Sticker Dolly Dressing Around the World
All Around the World Book of Stickers
Ultimate Sticker Book: Flags of the World (Ultimate Sticker Books)
World Atlas Sticker Activity Book by National Geographic Kids
Ultimate Sticker Book: Flags Around the World by DK
84 Pieces Scenic Luggage Decals Stickers
Hygloss Globe Stickers – 3 Sheets
World Famous Building Stickers – 65 Pcs
Stocking Stuffer Idea: Landmarks of the World
20 Pcs Mini Around The World Miniatures Buildings
Safari Ltd Toob Around The World Toy Figure Playset
Safari Ltd Toob World Landmarks Toy Figure Playset
Getting Global Around the House with Kids
This play rug would be perfect for any kids room or playroom as they explore the world with play!
World Map with Cartoon Animals 60 X 39
Vantaso Soft Foam World Map Area Rug Living 80×58
World Map Play Mat for Kids – 5’3″ x 7’3″
Cartoon Animal World Map Area Rug,6x8ft
Joy Carpets Hands Around the World Kids Area Rug Size – 5 ft. 4 in. x 7 ft. 8 in. Oval
Retro World Map Area Rugs 6ftx9ft
From placemats to wall decor you can add so much global fun to your home with these gift ideas.
Large Educational World Map Wall Stickers Removable
Animal World Map Kids Wall Stickers Decals (40.7” x 32.1”)
Animal World Map Wall Art for Kids 24″ x 36″ with Wood Poster Hanger
Joocrise Grey Kids World Map Room Decor Print
Books About the World for Kids
You know us, we couldn’t share an idea without including some of our favorite books to go along with it. Here are some of our favorites to encourage children to learn about the Children Around the World.
Children Around the World
Children Just Like Me: Celebrations!
Children Just Like Me: A Unique Celebration of Children Around the World
Cooking Class Global Feast!: 44 Recipes That Celebrate the World’s Cultures by Deanna F. Cook
Geography of the World by DK
World Flags Coloring Book: Learn All Countries of the World by Stress Less Coloring Books
A Ticket Around the World by Natalia Diaz and Melissa Owens
This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World by Matt Lamothe
A Place Called Home: Look Inside Houses Around the World by Kate Baker
Barefoot Books Children of the World by Tessa Strickland and Kate DePalma
Countries of the World: Our World in Pictures by DK
A Bedtime Full of Stories: 50 Folktales and Legends from Around the World by Angela McAllister
Everybody Cooks Rice by Norah Dooley
Pancakes to Parathas: Breakfast Around the World by Alice B. McGinty
Feasts and Festivals Around the World: From Lunar New Year to Christmas by Alice B. McGinty
World Atlas Books for Kids
National Geographic Kids Beginner’s World Atlas
Where on Earth? Atlas: The World As You’ve Never Seen It Before by DK
Where on Earth? Atlas: The World As You’ve Never Seen It Before by DK (2021)
Barefoot Books World Atlas Plus there is an award winning Mobile World Atlas App!
National Geographic Student World Atlas by National Geographic
Children’s Illustrated Atlas by DK and Smithsonian Institution
There are so many ways to get your child interested in learning about the World. It’s these basic foundations that you can set up to create a lifelong interest in the world and respect for others and our diversity.
For more ideas you can follow our Bilingual Babies and World Geography Pinterest Board or our Gifts for Raising Global Citizens Pinterest Board
Geography Gifts for Kids
When choosing geography gifts for kids, it’s important to consider their age and interests. Some kids may be interested in learning about specific countries or cultures, while others may prefer to learn about the natural world. There are a variety of geography gifts available to suit every child’s interests.
Geography gifts can be a great way to encourage kids to learn and explore the world around them. They can also help kids develop important skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. So next time you’re looking for a gift for a child, consider giving them a geography gift. They’re sure to love it!
You may also enjoy these activities with your Global Kids!
Love, love, love this gift guide! Lots of good resources I hadn't found yet. Thanks 🙂
I saw this at the Mommy Club weekly linky and just had to click on through – my parents have had about 30 exchange students through the years, what an awesome way to really teach my kids more about those Countries my "sisters" & "brothers" call home. 🙂 I am adding you to my Pinterest schedule, too because I want to pin it to my boards! Thanks so much for sharing it on the linky!
Thanks Crystal! It's hard to pick just one! Hopefully to keep building up our collection for the girls.
Excellent group of gift ideas and homeschool resources.
I would love the World Atlas book, Children of the World Memory Game, The Melissa and Doug Floor Map and Here on Earth Teaching Globe. Now you've got me starting a new wish list. 🙂
Yeah, so glad to have a thumbs up from you! Anything else you would add?
Thanks Julie for your kind words, the foam stickers look like a lot of fun for so many opportunities for learning and creativity.
Great guide. We own and love many of the toys and books on your list.
Love this! I see some of my faves on the list, but got some fun new ideas, too. The foam stickers are shooting to the top of my wish list! Thanks for the inspiration!
Julie
Latasha, thank you so much for sharing your website, so many playful ways to explore diversity. I'd love to chat with you more and connect more to discover your products.
Thanks Blayne, Love your Ultimate Toddler Gift Guide list, many of our favorites featured there!
This is a VERY cool gift guide and resource! I will definitely be referencing it in the future! 🙂
Kim,
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