Todd Bluthenthal
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
The division of the Earth into hemispheres isn t the easiest concept to teach or grasp. It involves geography, spatial awareness, map-reading abilities, and more. This volume makes it easy for any reader to develop a solid comprehension of this critical social studies lesson! Vivid, full-color maps and photographs are integrated with accessible main text to aid young readers understanding of this sometimes-tough topic. This essential book is a useful...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Many young readers think of the North Pole as the place where Santa Claus lives with his wife, reindeer, and elves. The North Pole presents the geography and science of this polar region to young readers in an age-appropriate way. The clear language and easy-to-read, colorful maps and photographs of the North Pole will engage and expand any young reader s grasp on the concepts of continents, climate, Earth s rotation, and more! The fascinating history...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
The South Pole is cold, but there s more to it than that! This book presents the cartography and earth science of this polar region to young readers in an engaging yet informative way. Several spreads are dedicated to the fascinating history of the brave explorers of this icy landscape, a part of history that is sure to impress all elementary readers! The colorful, easily understood maps and vivid photographs of the South Pole will expand reader s...
4) The Equator
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
The Earth is wearing a belt is an age-old visual device teachers have used to explain the equator. In this volume, young readers will expand their comprehension of this important concept. With an understanding of the equator comes a grasping of the rotation of the Earth, climate, weather, and many other age-appropriate science concepts. Clean, accessible art on every spread including diagrams, maps, and full-color photographs help readers grasp these...
5) Making maps
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Is there such a thing as a fun way to develop spatial awareness? Yes and readers can do so by reading this book! Readers will engage in and expand their understanding of the world around them through a creative, rewarding map-making activity developed with learning and fun in mind! Step-by-step instructions guide them through this rewarding exercise, while a simple history and explanation of cartography allows them to feel a part of something both...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Why do continents matter? From economics to weather science and everything in between knowing the characteristics of the continents expands readers perspectives in every school subject. This fundamental information is a building block of many future lessons and an essential part of elementary education. This book presents a focused, clear, age-appropriate look at Earth s continents that young readers are sure to find both informative and interesting....
