5 Planetary Facts + The Ultimate Back-to-School Geography Tool
FIELD NOTES • ISSUE NO. 14
THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY EDITION
Bring World Geography Off the Page and Onto the Board
Textbooks teach names and borders, but tactile discovery inspires lifelong curiosity. Whether setting up a dedicated study space or creating an interactive classroom wall, hands-on pin maps turn world geography and global flags into a daily visual exploration.
FEATURED LEARNING TOOL
Around The World Passport Set
C$59.99 C$79.99
An invaluable visual aid for mastering flags and national identities. Includes 231 vibrant country flag pins, an 8x10 framed cork board, and wearable silicone backs perfect for school backpacks, lanyards, or study boards.
GEOGRAPHY LESSON
5 Fascinating Facts About Our Planet
Spark your student's curiosity with these remarkable geographic realities—perfect discussion starters for the dinner table or study session.
01. Continents Are on the Move
Tectonic plates drift at roughly the exact same rate human fingernails grow—approximately 2.5 to 3 centimeters per year.
02. The World's Largest Desert Is Freezing
By definition of annual precipitation, Antarctica is the planet's largest desert, covering 14.2 million square kilometers with under 50mm of moisture yearly.
03. Point Nemo: The Most Isolated Spot on Earth
Located in the South Pacific Ocean, the oceanic pole of inaccessibility is so remote that the closest human beings are often astronauts aboard the ISS in orbit.
04. The Longest Border in the World
The terrestrial boundary between Canada and the United States stretches 8,891 kilometers (5,525 miles), crossing pristine wilderness, mountain ranges, and the Great Lakes.
05. Only One National Flag Isn't Four-Sided
The national flag of Nepal is the only sovereign flag in the world shaped as a double pennant, combining two stacked triangles representing the Himalayas and its primary religions.
EXPLORE THE COLLECTION
Hands-On Learning Companions
Country Collector Set
C$94.99 • 18"x12" FRAMED
An 18x12 framed cork map paired with 231 flag pins organized by continent. Pin flags directly to the map or onto backpacks and lapels.
Globetrotter Cork Map
C$99.99 • PORTUGUESE CORK
Made with natural Portuguese cork highlighting political borders. Includes 20 location pins and a home charm to track family roots and journeys.
EDUCATOR & FAMILY TIPS
3 Ways to Learn with Push Pin Maps
1. Weekly Geography Challenges: Draw a flag pin from the set each Monday and explore that country's capital, language, and culture throughout the week. 2. Family Roots & Heritage: Use designated pins to map out ancestral heritage, showing children the places their ancestors called home. 3. Current Events Mapping: Keep lessons relevant by pinning locations discussed in history, science, and world news.
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