Children's picture atlas / illustrated by Linda Edwards ; written by Ruth Brocklehurst ; designed by Doriana Berkovic ; cartographer: Craig Asquith; consultants: Prof. Rex Walford, Dr. Margaret Rostron, Prof. Michael Hitchcock.
Edition:
First American edition.
Publisher:
Usborne Publishing Limited,
Copyright Date:
2024
Description:
48 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 32 cm
Includes index. "This edition first published in 2013 by Usborne Publishing Limited, 83-85 Saffron Hill, London EC1N 8RT, United Kingdom."
Contents:
The Universe -- What are maps? -- Countries and cities -- People -- Getting around -- Ice and snow -- Deserts -- Grasslands -- Forests -- Mountains -- Rivers and lakes -- Seas and oceans -- The world -- North America -- South America -- Australasia and Oceania -- Asia -- Africa -- Europe -- The Arctic -- Antarctica -- A trip around the world -- Index of places -- Index of things, answers.
Summary:
"This...illustrated picture atlas takes children on a magical journey around the world. Each map is crammed with fascinating details to pore over and talk about, making this a wonderful book for sharing."-- Page 4 of cover.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.