International events (social, economic, military, weather-related, etc.) cause a surge in the demand for up-to-date and accurate cartographic data. A world globe is high on the list of products people turn to for information (a map of Afghanistan may be interesting, but what people really want to know is how close is Afghanistan to my home, my relatives, or my friends - a world globe is the best source for that information).

The world seems to be getting smaller - CNN and other networks like them bring the rest of the world into our living rooms 24/7. The economy is truly global - a sphere is an office tool as well as a decorative accessory. Geography education is on the increase as a result of increased awareness. Before television and other electronic media, every educated home had a globe. That practice is once again on the rise. If our children are going to compete in the modern economy they need a sphere to understand geo-political relationships.

So many conflicts in the world today have their historical basis connected to geography like border conflicts and holy lands. Without an understanding of geography it is difficult to understand history, and therefore difficult to understand today's current events.

Astronomy Products - There is no other company producing high quality astronomy globes. There are several inexpensive star finders available in the market, but they do not have the decorative, aesthetic appeal combined with accurate science. All of our astronomy products are perfect accessories for someone who uses a telescope. Astronomy products are viewed as family products - stargazing is an activity that appeals to children as well as adults, something the entire family can do together.