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Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First American Edition.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 31 cm + 1 poster.
Language
English
Description
A first atlas for students features over fifty maps of world regions in addition to trivia about different countries and cultures.
Author
Language
English
Description
"THE SKY ATLAS assembles some of the most beautiful maps and charts ever created to understand the skies above us. This richly illustrated treasury showcases the finest examples of celestial cartography-a glorious art often overlooked by modern map books-as well as medieval manuscripts, masterpiece paintings, ancient star catalogues, antique instruments, and other curiosities. This is the sky as it has never been presented before: the realm of stars...
Author
Language
English
Description
"This is no ordinary atlas. This is a guide to the legendary lands once sought by explorers, from the sunken kingdom of Atlantis to the treasure-filled temples of El Dorado. Within these pages you will discover lost cities, vanished islands, and fantastical places from folklore. Blending myth, history, fact, and fantasy, this will be a journey like no other -- one that will transport you to thoroughly otherworldly places."--
Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Language
English
Description
"As NightWatch, Terence Dickinson's classic stargazing guide, heads toward its 40th anniversary, Dickinson has been working with a small group of trusted colleagues to give this groundbreaking reference an overhaul that will take it deep into the 21st century. Longtime astronomy writer and sky observer Ken Hewitt-White leads the editorial team. A central aspect to this new edition is the subtle improvements to the unique seasonal star charts that...
10) Human body
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2001
Edition
1st US ed.
Physical Desc
448 p. : col. ill. ; 17 cm.
Language
English
12) South Sudan
Author
Language
English
Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of South Sudan"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Now in paperback, the New York Times-bestselling Atlas Obscura Explorer's Guide for the World's Most Adventurous Kid, the book praised by the New York Times Book Review: "A thrillingly imaginative expedition to 100 weird-but-true places on earth." The Washington Post: "Hey kids: Geography can be fun! At least when it involves an illustrated guide to 100 magical destinations. . . . Just don't blame us if next year the little ones ask for a round-trip...
Author
Language
Español
Description
¡Presentamos el Atlas de Histología más esperado del año! ¿Te has preguntado alguna vez cómo se ven realmente los tejidos humanos bajo un microscopio? ¡Ahora puedes descubrirlo con nuestro Atlas de Histología, creado con dedicación y experiencia, por parte de la Dra Basov quien es cirujano oral y maxilofacial, docente universitaria, y creadora de contenido. Este excepcional libro ofrece un viaje visual completo a través del maravilloso...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This picture book combines brief, lyrical text with a combination of photographs and artist's illustrations as it spins a charming story that introduces the art of mapmaking from a child's perspective"--
Author
Language
English
Description
You are planning a huge bike trip, so how can you find out where the mountains and flat lands are? Zoom in on a topographic map to find out. This graphic-heavy and instructive book introduces the reader to the basics of using topographic maps. They are introduced to the way elevations and contours of the land are shown on maps, and how to read the details shown on these maps. A follow-up activity encourages readers to use a contour map to plan a camping...
Author
Language
English
Description
This informative book helps students learn to follow a road map, including using the grid system, legend, and compass rose. Students are also taught to understand and use a scale on a map. Each topic arms students with useful knowledge about reading road maps. A follow-up activity encourages readers to use a map to write directions for a friend.
Author
Language
Español
Description
The Anishinaabe people called this river, 'Misi-ziibi' which means 'great river.' Readers will learn the pattern of the Great Mississippi River and how to map its path. Books of the Real Life Readers Program use real life scenario narratives to help readers further develop content-area reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
Author
Language
English
Description
This visual and instructive look at satellite maps and street maps helps readers understand the symbols, road markings, and land features of these types of maps. Concentration on a smaller area helps readers really study them carefully. A follow-up activity encourages readers to draw their own street map of their town or neighborhood.
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