The Smallest Map in the World

What if the smallest map could lead to the biggest wonders?

Nell loves maps-maps that climb mountains, cross deserts, follow rivers and sail beyond oceans. She dreams of discovering somewhere truly extraordinary, but she does not know which way to go.

Then, after a rainy afternoon, a tiny map slips from Grandma's oldest atlas. It has no countries, cities or compass-only a collection of curious marks and one mysterious X.

As Nell follows the clues through Grandma's garden, she discovers remarkable things she once hurried past: roads hidden inside a leaf, an ant's winding trail, a snail's silver path, patterns in the bark of an old tree and journeys carried on wings and wind.

The Smallest Map in the World is a beautifully illustrated story about curiosity, nature and learning to look more closely. It gently reminds children that extraordinary discoveries may be waiting right outside their door-and that every great journey begins with one small thing.

A meaningful read-aloud for ages 4-8 plus and children of all ages (grown-ups, too) and a thoughtful gift for curious children, families, classrooms and nature lovers.

The first book in the Small Wonders Stories collection.