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by National Geographic Kids (Author)
Spark our littlest explorers' curiosity about the planet we call home with this fully updated preschool atlas from the map experts at National Geographic.
This updated picture atlas ensures that even the youngest explorers have the most current information to help them understand the world. Simple, colorful maps teach kids about Earth's land, water, and countries. Bright, bold pictures and lively, accessible text showcase the world's people, places, and animals. Readers will learn elementary mapping skills and concepts such as the difference between a globe and a map, along with answers to such questions as "What is a continent?" and "Where is the ocean?" Features include:- Instructions for how to read and understand a map
- 4 world maps
- 7 continent maps
- United States map
- Canada map
- Mexico and Central America map
- Glossary and pronunciation guide
- Fun facts sprinkled throughout
Author Biography
ABOUT THE AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and maps go together like latitude and longitude. For more than 130 years, National Geographic maps have helped spread geographic knowledge to people around the world. Eye-catching graphic elements give the maps their distinctive look and enhance their readability. National Geographic combines the latest data gathered by space-age technology with innovative mapping techniques to create state-of-the-art political, physical, and thematic maps. Meticulous research and attention to detail have established a standard of excellence that is recognized worldwide.
WRITER/EXPERT SKYE POWERS-KAMINSKI is a National Geographic certified educator with a bachelor's degree in environmental geography and a master's in science and social studies education. With more than 20 years in the field of education, she has extensive experience in curriculum design and instruction. She has a passion for biogeography education and enjoys helping others develop an understanding and connection between ourselves, nature, and the cultural and physical world.
