A world map is one of the most rewarding designs you can put in a child's room. It is decorative, it starts conversations and it quietly teaches geography every single day. It also grows with your child: what starts as a wall full of animals becomes a homework helper and later a travel wish list.

Which map for which age?

Babies and toddlers: illustrated animal maps

Maps with animals in their habitats, landmarks and ships give little ones plenty to point at and name. Soft watercolor versions suit nurseries.

School-age kids: maps with names

Maps with continent, ocean and country names support school lessons. Color-coded continents make it easy to learn where things are.

Teens: political, vintage and minimalist maps

Detailed political maps, vintage-style maps and graphic black and white maps look grown-up and work well above a desk.

• Bright Political World Map Wallpaper
• Colorful Political World Map Wallpaper
• Kids World Map with Famous Places Wallpaper

Browse kids' world map murals and all world map murals.

Where to put a map

• Above the desk: perfect for homework and a great video call background.
• Behind the bed: a calm, decorative choice in muted colors.
• In a playroom or shared room: maps are gender-neutral and suit children of different ages.

Maps for classrooms and schools

Large maps make classrooms, libraries and tutoring centers more engaging. Because every mural is printed to the exact wall size, even a long school wall can get one continuous map. See our classroom murals. Designers and other professionals furnishing schools can also apply to our trade program.

Make it interactive

• Talk about the places you have visited as a family.
• Play "find the country" games at bedtime.
• Look up the countries from your child's favorite books and films.

Material tip

Economy has the smoothest surface and keeps fine lines and lettering crisp, which is ideal for detailed maps. Premium gives vintage maps an antique canvas look. Compare them on our materials page.

Choosing colors

Soft watercolor maps in blue, beige and pastel tones suit nurseries and calm bedrooms. Bright political maps are cheerful and great for playrooms and classrooms. Vintage maps in sepia, teal or brown feel grown-up and suit teen rooms and studies.

Map or decals?

A full-wall map is printed to your wall size and becomes the main feature of the room. If you only want to decorate part of a wall, wall decals or a smaller map above a desk can work too. Browse kids' wall decals.

Combining a map with other themes

Maps pair naturally with travel themes such as hot air balloons and vintage airplanes, and with animals of the world. See our hot air balloon murals.

FAQ

What kind of world map is best for a toddler?

An illustrated map with animals, landmarks and bright or soft colors gives toddlers plenty to explore.

Will the text on a large map be readable?

Yes. Maps are printed to your wall size, so the details scale with the wall.

Is a world map good for a shared kids' room?

Yes. Maps are gender-neutral and suit children of different ages.