Description

A joyful and imaginative picture book that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and the excitement of exploring the world, this charming story follows a map-loving girl whose adventures begin with a pencil, a piece of paper, and a big imagination.

Martha LOVES drawing maps. She maps everything she can think of, from the wonders of outer space to her own small but action-packed bedroom. Wherever she looks, there’s something fascinating to explore, record, and discover.

Join Martha as she guides readers through the people, places, and experiences that make her world unique. Through her detailed maps, she shares favourite locations, exciting discoveries, and the dreams she has for the future, showing that with imagination and curiosity, anything is possible.

Written and illustrated by Leigh Hodgkinson, this engaging picture book is packed with beautifully illustrated maps, quirky observations, and fun non-fiction facts that encourage children to look at the world in new and exciting ways. Every page invites young readers to slow down, explore the details, and uncover something new with every reading.

Bursting with optimism, creativity, and wonder, this delightful story inspires children to embrace their curiosity and dream big about the adventures that lie ahead.

Key Features & Benefits
* Encourages Curiosity & Exploration – Inspires children to observe, discover, and learn more about the world around them.
* Creative Map-Making Theme – Introduces young readers to maps in an imaginative and engaging way.
* Packed with Fascinating Details – Features immersive illustrations filled with discoveries to spot and discuss.
* Supports Early Learning – Includes fun non-fiction labels and facts that encourage observation and inquiry.
* Promotes Imagination & Confidence – Celebrates creative thinking and encourages children to dream big.
* Beautifully Written & Illustrated – Created by Leigh Hodgkinson, with warm artwork full of charm and personality.

Why Readers Love This Book
Children love exploring Martha’s wonderfully mapped world and discovering something new on every page. Filled with humour, fascinating details, and an uplifting message about curiosity and possibility, this delightful picture book inspires young readers to see adventure in everyday life and imagine a future full of opportunities.

Publisher Review

"Combining factual labels with quirky details specific to Martha's own perspective, this is a book which offers both light-touch learning and a positive message about dreaming big. The delightful textured and patterned illustrations perfectly complement Martha's optimism and creativity." * BookTrust * "Each page is packed with fun details..." * Bristol Magazine * "A wonderfully conceived and executed picture book celebrating the excitement and the possibilities that lie ahead of young lives." * ACHUKA * "Packed with Hodgkinson's stunning, distinctive and lively illustrations, Martha Maps It Out is a perfect package of fun, facts and food for thought." * Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post * "Every page is a treat with so much for young readers to explore and it's delightfully positive, celebrating all the opportunities Martha has for adventure and discovery. Children will love it and it will inspire much map-making and daydreaming. Highly recommended for home and school. 5 stars" * Books for Keeps * "Explore Martha's wonderful world in a book full of discoveries and excitement" * Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids * "This book would be a great addition to any school library or reading corner... It could be used to support KS1 topics in geography and maths, such as local area mapping, towns and cities, geographical scale, and as a general introduction to map work. A really fun book for young readers." * Books for Topics * "...a book to be shared, scanned and promotes deep book talk between the reader and listener...it takes this book to reflect how a community impacts the growth of one young life." * Amy Greatex, Reading for Pleasure, The Open University * "Martha's map is full of fun details and true facts that are perfect for curious minds. The book radiates a contagious energy and excitement for the wonders of the universe." * BookTrust * "Martha Maps it Out is a glorious picturebook. Just like Martha, it has limitless potential for the classroom... Martha is a warm and welcoming guide with her cheery smile and very relatable and reliable guide. This is an essential picturebook which should be in every Key Stage One classroom. Highly recommended." * Sam Keeley, Just Imagine *