Books with title Maps and Mapping

Maps are what make it possible to travel far from home, over land and sea--this unique series examines different types of maps, how they're made and what areas they service, teaching young cartographers and travel fans how to understand the ins and outs of maps and navigation, exploration using maps, maps and measurements, and how maps chart our world.

Key features: - Each of eight volumes explores distinct specialties within cartography- Colorful maps demonstrate all the potential uses for maps and globes- Filled with primary source material- Well-organized information, photos, and captions- Meets curriculum standards for the Age of Exploration- Teaches basic map skills and navigation- Supplements math standards for measurement and geometry

Maps have the ability to educate us in countless ways. These volumes give the reader an indepth view of eight regions of the world -- all through the fascinating, scientific art of mapmaking. Accessible and detailed maps introduce young explorers to the diversity of each region. Each map provides a complete picture of the area studied and how it has evolved over the centuries, covering not only the region's climate and weather, but also its transportation, major crops, religious affiliations and political boundaries. The thoughtful text explains and expands upon the information in the maps -- detailing not only how data was compiled but also how it has changed since the first maps were drawn thousands of years ago. Included in each volume are a glossary, an index and a bibliography.