Books in Atlas of the World series

The island continent of Australia, the nation of New Zealand, and the Pacific islands are home to some of the most unique terrain in the world. Maps, charts, and illustrations make it easy for readers to learn about these countries, from the people who inhabit them to natural features and climate. These atlases will take readers on a unique tour of this fascinating region of the globe.

An ideal reference atlas for grade school geographers Specifically designed as a reference for 9- to 11-year-olds, this atlas has topographical based mapping, which helps the young geographer understand the processes which take place during the formation of the earth’s landscapes. Photographs, data files, detailed map keys, and scale information on each map support the reference mapping, for maximum clarity and accessibility. Specially selected topic maps give additional information linking to knowledge and understanding of specific places. The atlas is organized into sections covering the UK, Europe, the world, and continents, with larger scale maps of countries and regions popular for focus studies. A variety of carefully selected scales are used to allow for comparison of size and distance in different countries. Tables of key data include an ecological footprint for every country, and a full range of interactive flipcharts to support this atlas are available as downloadable files.

This colorful atlas utilizes maps, pictures, flags, globe panoramas, information panels, diagrams, and charts to give an overview of the entire continent of Africa, along with a close-up view of its countries. Information doesnt stop therereaders learn about the history, peoples, wildlife, languages, currency, and government of each country. Readers learn about groundnuts in Gambia and Senegal, and ostrich farms in South Africa. The book also contains a map showing pre-colonial events and areas of recent conflict. A timeline of important dates appears in the politics and history section.

The many nations that make up the European continent are home to a stunning variety of people and cultures. The borders of todays Europe are the result of centuries of conflict and compromises. Now largely bound together in an alliance by the European Union, the countries of Europe are presented here as full-color maps. This atlas is a valuable, engaging resource for students.