The Geography Book: Activities for Exploring, Mapping, and Enjoying Your World

The Geography Book: Activities for Exploring, Mapping, and Enjoying Your World by Caroline Arnold

From finding directions by the stars, to mapping your neighborhood, to making an earthquake in a box, you'll have a great time learning about the world with The Geography Book.

You'll find out how to determine location on the Earth, how maps can provide us with a wide range of information, how different landforms were created, how water was helped shape the earth, and much more.

Using simple materials you'll be able to find around the house or in your neighborhood, you'll be able to create things like a giant compass rose, a balloon globe, a contour potato, a map puzzle, and a tornado in a jar. So get ready for a fascinating trip around the globe!

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 112
• Book Size: 8-1/2" x 11"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 8-12
• ISBN 10: 0471412368
• ISBN 13: 978-0471412366

Click here to view The Geography Book Table of Contents.



"This well-organized title explores basic concepts in a clear and interesting fashion. It discusses a number of different types of maps and will serve as a great tool for demonstrating a variety of geographic concepts (landforms, bodies of water, weather, and climate). Each two- to three-page chapter addresses a different topic ("The Magnetic Poles," "Weather Maps," "The Continents") and includes an activity or experiment that will allow readers to extend their understanding through concrete application. A list of necessary materials and step-by-step instructions for each activity are provided. Sidebars provide additional information. Clear black-and-white illustrations support the text and activities and the glossary is comprehensive. This title will provide support to geography lessons and suggestions for science-fair experiments." — School Library Journal

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The projects in this book help children learn about the world around them in memorable ways.