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    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos
    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos
    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos
    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos
    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos
    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos
    • The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe Globes Thames & Kosmos

    The Thames & Kosmos Illuminated Geopolitical Globe

    $39.95

    Explore the world from its great cities and vast countries to its majestic mountains and mighty rivers. This ten-inch-diameter plastic globe has a light inside, allowing it to function in two modes. In its non-illuminated mode, the globe displays a detailed, exquisitely designed physical and political map of Earth. At a glance, you can see country borders, cities, rivers, and more. Switch on the built-in light to reveal Earth’s geological features, like mountains and deserts. The globe comes in two easy-to-assemble hemispheres and is powered by a USB-C cord, which includes an on-off switch.

    • High-quality, 10-inch-diameter German-manufactured globe with high-resolution print quality
    • Showcases a political map of Earth with over 3,000 place names
    • Long-lasting LED illumination: 3W, 5V, USB-C powered; no batteries required
    • When illuminated, the globe reveals an impressive relief of Earth, capturing details from the oceans and mountains
    • Two-piece, durable plastic construction
    • This classic educational tool, especially helpful for visual learners, also serves as an appealing piece of decor or nightlight in a child’s room
    • Helps to teach about geographical concepts like latitude, longitude, time zones, and Earth's rotation

    What's in the Box

    • Piece Count: 5

    Deeper Dive

    Ages

    6+

    Experiments

    2

    Piece Count

    5

    Product Dimensions

    10.8 x 11.1 x 7 in.

    Product Weight

    2 lbs

    Batteries Required

    N/A

    Country of Origin

    Germany

    Year Released

    2026

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