This is the premier title in the Hammond's revolutionary new Young Explorers Series, a whole new way for 8 - 12 year olds to see our fast changing world.

Heavily illustrated throughout with dramatic satellite images state-of-the-art digital maps, colorful flags, photographs and eye-catching artwork this is an important new children's atlas from the leader in world atlas publishing.

Every continent or region is preceded by an introductory spread of the countries featured in that section, setting the stage for the detailed information that follows. The full color photographs have been carefully selected to illuminate the unique geography or culture of a region. The accompanying graphics for each country include a full array of maps: locator, satellite, political, pictorial and physical. The result gives Young Explorers a compelling new picture of our fast changing world.

Norman Barrett is the highly acclaimed author of over 80 children's books.

FEATURES:

• Country-by-country fact files with population, land areas, capital cities, languages, dates of independence and currency.
• Illustrated time lines of significant historical events.Special insets on each region's lifestyles, culture and indigenous peoples.
• Illustrated explanations of the formation of earth's main physical feature, such as mountains and glaciers - specifically related to the countries on each spread.
• How to use this atlas section including key to symbols and images.
• Comprehensive glossary and index.

Hammond, the high tech leader in atlas publishing, brings to 8-12 year olds a whole new way of seeing the planet. From El Nino to Ozone Holes, original illustrations, including full color cutaway drawings, computer enhanced satellite images, aerial photography and art combine for a dramatic presentation sure to enhance their understanding of the dynamic processes shaping their world.

Two themes run throughout: the first illustrates and explains the various physical features that shape planet Earth; the second covers these same physical features in different parts of the world and assesses the impact of people on the environment.

Consulting Editor Dougal Dixon is the author of many popular books for children ranging from geology to dinosaurs.

FEATURES:

• Explains basic concepts such as Earth Movements, Underground Water, Habitats and Vegetation, as well as the latest thinking on timely topics such as El Nino, Changing Coastlines and the Ozone Holes.
• Hundreds of full-color illustrations and cut-away draw ings sure to capture the imagination of Young Explorers.
• Double-page spreads on specific topics flow smoothly to build and expand knowledge.
• Comprehensive glossary and extensive index make information easily accessible.
• Informative introduction explains how the book works and how satellite imagery and other new technology has contributed to a greater understanding of the living planet earth.

Bright colors, interesting facts and an easy-to-follow format make Discovering Maps, A Children's World Atlas a fun way for kids ages 8-12 to learn about the world around them. This up-to-date children's atlas introduces important geographic terms such as scale, distance, direction, longitude and latitude with easy-to-read text and diagrams, maps and full-color illustrations.

FEATURES:

• Detailed introductory chapters on map skills and types of maps
• Colorful political, physical, and thematic maps of the world and all seven continents
• Fascinating facts about the earth Handy Continent Comparison chart
• Geographical trivia featuring the names and locations of coldest, warmest, driest, wettest, highest and lowest places on each continent
• Easy-to-use map index

The Hammond Students Notebook Atlas is a value-priced, 3-hole punched atlas designed specifically to fit in a student's 3-ring binder. The bright, contemporary cover design and clear, colorful maps are guaranteed to appeal to students and parents alike. And its handy size and portability make it ideal for carrying in a bag or backpack.

Softcover 8 1/2" x 10 7/8"-----32 pages-----Item # 0-8437-1203-1-----$4.95   ADD TO ORDER