Author(s): Lonely Planet Kids, Kate Baker

World

From sobremesa in Spain to forest bathing in Japan, every culture has its own unique take on how to achieve contentedness. Featuring Wazza Pink's stunning artwork, Lonely Planet Kids’ Happiness Around the World looks at concepts of happiness and calm from across the globe and is the ultimate guide to the world of wellbeing. The follow-up to Lonely Planet Kids’ Love Around the World, this beautifully illustrated picture book looks at concepts of happiness and calm from across our planet. From sobremesa (unwinding at the table after a big meal) in Spain and dolce far niente (the sweetness of doing nothing) in Italy, to Danish hygge, Indian laughter therapy and sharing a feast with family in the USA, every culture has its own unique take on how to achieve contentedness. Featuring Wazza Pink's stunning artwork, this book is the ultimate guide to the world of wellbeing. Contents includes:Sharing a Meal With Family - USA, NORTH AMERICA Remembering loved ones on the Day of the Dead - MEXICO Getting ready for Carnival - BRAZIL Being cosy (hygge) - DENMARK Going for an evening stroll (La passeggiata) - ITALY Having a sauna - FINLAND Djembe drumming - SENEGAL Going forest bathing - JAPAN Singing along with the hits at a noraebang ('song room') - SOUTH KOREA Tidying up for New Year - CHINA Performing Yogic laughter therapy - INDIA Sharing fish with the community (Inati) - TOKELAU Telling Dreamtime stories - AUSTRALIA About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!