TY  - BOOK
AU  - N/A
AU  - Vikki Weston (Editor)
TI  - Geography and maps: A child's first library of learning
T2  - A child's first library of learning
SN  - 9780705416429
U1  - R 000 
PY  - 1998///
CY  - Hong Kong
PB  - Time life Asia
KW  - English - Refrence
KW  - Geography
KW  - Maps
KW  - Earth sciences
KW  - Physical geography
KW  - Human geography
KW  - Cultural geography
KW  - Globes and atlases
KW  - Landforms
KW  - Continents and oceans
KW  - Navigation
KW  - Environmental awareness for children
KW  - World exploration
KW  - Symbols and map legends
KW  - Climate zones
KW  - Countries and culture
N1  - Shelf A ( A1); his book introduces children to the fundamentals of geography and map-reading skills in an accessible and engaging way. The content is structured to gradually build understanding, covering both physical and human geography. Main Topics Covered: The Earth as a Planet Continents, oceans, and major landforms The Earth's shape, rotation, and features Introduction to Maps Purpose of maps Symbols, keys, legends, and scales Understanding directions (compass rose) Using Globes and Atlases Comparing maps and globes Reading simple atlas pages Physical Features Mountains, rivers, deserts, forests Climate zones and natural environments Human Geography Countries, cities, and cultural diversity How people adapt to different environments Map Skills Basic navigation How to read simple route maps Interpreting symbols and understanding distance; Geography and Maps is specifically designed for young readers aged 7 to 12 years, particularly those in primary and early middle school levels who are beginning to explore geography in a structured way. The book is ideal for: Curious children who are starting to ask questions about the world, continents, countries, and maps. Students looking to build foundational knowledge in social studies or geography. Parents and educators seeking a reliable, child-friendly resource to introduce geography at home or in the classroom. Visual learners who benefit from colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps to understand spatial concepts. Early map readers learning how to interpret basic map symbols, legends, and directions. The tone and structure suit beginner to early-intermediate learners — no prior knowledge of geography is needed, making it perfect for first-time explorers of the subject
N2  - Summary: Geography and Maps from the Child's First Library of Learning series is an engaging introduction to the world of geography for children. It covers the basics of understanding our planet, including continents, oceans, countries, and cities, while introducing young readers to the use of maps and globes. The book explains how maps work — symbols, scales, directions, and legends — and how they help us explore different places on Earth. With colorful illustrations and simple language, it builds curiosity about mountains, rivers, climates, and how people live in various parts of the world. Abstract This book serves as an educational primer on geography tailored for children aged around 7–12. It simplifies complex geographic concepts by using visual aids and relatable examples, making learning interactive and fun. The book not only explains physical geography — like land forms and water bodies — but also touches on human geography, such as how cultures differ and how people interact with their environments. It emphasizes the importance of maps as tools for understanding locations and distances, and it nurtures basic map-reading skills that are essential for future learning. Review Geography and Maps is an excellent resource for young learners. Its child-friendly language, vivid illustrations, and thoughtful explanations make abstract geographic concepts easy to grasp. The book balances information with curiosity-driven questions that encourage children to think critically about the world around them. It’s especially useful for beginners who are just starting to learn about continents, countries, and map skills. Parents and educators will appreciate how it sparks wonder about faraway places while laying a solid foundation for more advanced geography in later years
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