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National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers
The latest edition of the award-winning National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers features all new photographs, maps, and graphics.
And now, for the first time ever, the National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers goes interactive! The 3rd edition is chockfull of bright, bold icons that, thanks to a specially designed National Geographic web site, will allow kids to go beyond the printed page and experience firsthand the sights, sounds, and movements of the world's people, places, and animals. They'll watch brown bears fish for salmon in Alaska, listen to the latest singing sensation from Haiti, experience the power of a volcanic eruption, explore a rain forest, hang out at a local market in India, and much more.
Every map is custom-designed for middle-grade students by the Society's world-renowned cartographers. Each map reflects the latest place-name and boundary changes. Every statistic in every fact box and every economic symbol on the regional maps reflects the very latest data available. All maps are shown in the context of surrounding areas to ensure that a complete picture of the world develops. Same-size physical and political maps make for easy comparisons and help youngsters understand how physical features influence patterns of human settlement and economic activity.
Stunning images from space help link real-world images and give young readers a physical sense of the natural grandeur of our world. The National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers is a book that will expand the minds and stimulate the imaginations of kids everywhere.
And now, for the first time ever, the National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers goes interactive! The 3rd edition is chockfull of bright, bold icons that, thanks to a specially designed National Geographic web site, will allow kids to go beyond the printed page and experience firsthand the sights, sounds, and movements of the world's people, places, and animals. They'll watch brown bears fish for salmon in Alaska, listen to the latest singing sensation from Haiti, experience the power of a volcanic eruption, explore a rain forest, hang out at a local market in India, and much more.
Every map is custom-designed for middle-grade students by the Society's world-renowned cartographers. Each map reflects the latest place-name and boundary changes. Every statistic in every fact box and every economic symbol on the regional maps reflects the very latest data available. All maps are shown in the context of surrounding areas to ensure that a complete picture of the world develops. Same-size physical and political maps make for easy comparisons and help youngsters understand how physical features influence patterns of human settlement and economic activity.
Stunning images from space help link real-world images and give young readers a physical sense of the natural grandeur of our world. The National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers is a book that will expand the minds and stimulate the imaginations of kids everywhere.
192 pages, Hardcover
First published October 1, 1998
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4,222 books1,121 followersThe National Geographic Society (NGS), headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States, is one of the largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the world.
Founded in 1888, its interests include geography, archaeology, and natural science, the promotion of environmental and historical conservation, and the study of world culture and history. The National Geographic Society's logo is a yellow portrait frame—rectangular in shape—which appears on the margins surrounding the front covers of its magazines and as its television channel logo. Through National Geographic Partners (a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company), the Society operates the magazine, TV channels, a website, worldwide events, and other media operations.
Founded in 1888, its interests include geography, archaeology, and natural science, the promotion of environmental and historical conservation, and the study of world culture and history. The National Geographic Society's logo is a yellow portrait frame—rectangular in shape—which appears on the margins surrounding the front covers of its magazines and as its television channel logo. Through National Geographic Partners (a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company), the Society operates the magazine, TV channels, a website, worldwide events, and other media operations.
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May 17, 2019
In this book I learned that China is the worlds largest importer and exproter with a GPD of 19.6%
July 1, 2012
Item Title: National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers, (Third Edition)
Item Call Number: G1021 .N43 2010 ISBN-978-1426300882
Reviewed in: LME 508
National geographic world atlas for young explorers, (3rd. ed.) (2007). Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Children’s Books.
Relevance and Relationship—
A current world atlas has unlimited uses in the classroom. It encompasses core content material from Science, Math, Social Studies, and History combined into one valuable resource. The hardcover edition of this book is an inexpensive $ 16.00 but is worth much more.
Purpose:—
This resource contains in depth, current facts and statistics that students and teachers can use all year for multiple disciplines, and it is written in child-friendly terms. The bright colors and illustrations make this a book students will read for pleasure as much as for instruction.
Validity—
National Geographic is a name synonymous with intriguing pictures and information and that is confirmed by the awards they have earned. These are a few of their 2011 awards for National Geographic Kids:
FOLIO EDDIE AWARD: Bronze Consumer
Parenting/Family/Youth Category (National Geographic Kids)
ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATIONAL PUBLISHERS
National Geographic Kids September 2010 35th Birthdays: WINNER
Whole Publication, One-Theme Issue; and Whole Publication,
Anniversary / Commemorative Edition.
PARENTS’ CHOICE SILVER AWARD (National Geographic Kids)
WEBBY AWARD WINNER, Youth Website (National Geographic Kids)
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/med...
Websites are noted in the book for extended investigation beyond its covers.
Format–
The text is a visual smorgasbord of tables, charts, symbols, maps and legends, pictures with captions, flags of the world, statistics, and more! The glossary is in 3 columns with terms in bold font. The index has very small font arranged in 5 columns
Arrangement and Presentation-
The brilliant green cover of this book is an eye catcher sure to draw the attention of young people. The Table of Contents is color coded in bright colored panels according to regions. Above each region is a globe positioned where that area is front and center with pictures of significant attractions on the page. Detailed instructions are given on how to best utilize the resource in in the beginning pages. Section headings are in bold colored tab shapes at the top of each page and correspond with colors of region panels in the index. A whole page is dedicated to the web version companion to the book and is filled with screenshots from the site. There is also a text box filled with outside websites for further study located just before the index section.
Diversity
A world atlas of this depth covers all cultures of the world. The abundant use of pictures and visual guides along with facts and statistics will aid struggling readers to comprehend the information. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Item Call Number: G1021 .N43 2010 ISBN-978-1426300882
Reviewed in: LME 508
National geographic world atlas for young explorers, (3rd. ed.) (2007). Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Children’s Books.
Relevance and Relationship—
A current world atlas has unlimited uses in the classroom. It encompasses core content material from Science, Math, Social Studies, and History combined into one valuable resource. The hardcover edition of this book is an inexpensive $ 16.00 but is worth much more.
Purpose:—
This resource contains in depth, current facts and statistics that students and teachers can use all year for multiple disciplines, and it is written in child-friendly terms. The bright colors and illustrations make this a book students will read for pleasure as much as for instruction.
Validity—
National Geographic is a name synonymous with intriguing pictures and information and that is confirmed by the awards they have earned. These are a few of their 2011 awards for National Geographic Kids:
FOLIO EDDIE AWARD: Bronze Consumer
Parenting/Family/Youth Category (National Geographic Kids)
ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATIONAL PUBLISHERS
National Geographic Kids September 2010 35th Birthdays: WINNER
Whole Publication, One-Theme Issue; and Whole Publication,
Anniversary / Commemorative Edition.
PARENTS’ CHOICE SILVER AWARD (National Geographic Kids)
WEBBY AWARD WINNER, Youth Website (National Geographic Kids)
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/med...
Websites are noted in the book for extended investigation beyond its covers.
Format–
The text is a visual smorgasbord of tables, charts, symbols, maps and legends, pictures with captions, flags of the world, statistics, and more! The glossary is in 3 columns with terms in bold font. The index has very small font arranged in 5 columns
Arrangement and Presentation-
The brilliant green cover of this book is an eye catcher sure to draw the attention of young people. The Table of Contents is color coded in bright colored panels according to regions. Above each region is a globe positioned where that area is front and center with pictures of significant attractions on the page. Detailed instructions are given on how to best utilize the resource in in the beginning pages. Section headings are in bold colored tab shapes at the top of each page and correspond with colors of region panels in the index. A whole page is dedicated to the web version companion to the book and is filled with screenshots from the site. There is also a text box filled with outside websites for further study located just before the index section.
Diversity
A world atlas of this depth covers all cultures of the world. The abundant use of pictures and visual guides along with facts and statistics will aid struggling readers to comprehend the information. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
October 21, 2020
Maps good.
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June 24, 2013National geographic world atlas for young explorers. (3rd ed.). (2007). Washington D.C.: National Geographic Society.
Citation By: Kayla Stewart
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call Number: Ref 910
Content/Scope: This atlas is targeted towards 4-8 grade students. It includes a wide variety of maps as well as informative passages about the different areas of land. Although students can find many of these maps on the Internet, this text is designed to correspond with various websites to give students a more in-depth experience and understanding of the lands. Some of the land information is even linked to economic activity.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is well-known and respected among the educational community. Many educators us National Geographic resources within their schools and classrooms. This text was published in
Arrangement/Presentation: This text is arranged by land area maps. Each map has its own page. Titles and captions make it easy for students to see which area of land they are looking at. The index helps students find specific maps quickly and easily. The bright colors and details within the map make the atlas engaging for students.
Relation to Other Works: There are many atlases available for students. This atlas encompasses more information about the land areas than most atlases for this age do. This atlas meets requirements for libraries that need a comprehensive geographical reference at an elementary level.
Accessibility/Diversity: The colorful maps and detailed graphics make the book easy to understand for visual learners. The links to online websites that the book offers also allows for students to use different learning techniques in order to gain all of the information that the book has to offer.
Cost: $25
Professional Review: Del Vecchio, S. (1998). National Geographic world atlas for young explorers (Book Review) (Undetermined). School Library Journal, 44(10), 159.
Citation By: Kayla Stewart
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call Number: Ref 910
Content/Scope: This atlas is targeted towards 4-8 grade students. It includes a wide variety of maps as well as informative passages about the different areas of land. Although students can find many of these maps on the Internet, this text is designed to correspond with various websites to give students a more in-depth experience and understanding of the lands. Some of the land information is even linked to economic activity.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is well-known and respected among the educational community. Many educators us National Geographic resources within their schools and classrooms. This text was published in
Arrangement/Presentation: This text is arranged by land area maps. Each map has its own page. Titles and captions make it easy for students to see which area of land they are looking at. The index helps students find specific maps quickly and easily. The bright colors and details within the map make the atlas engaging for students.
Relation to Other Works: There are many atlases available for students. This atlas encompasses more information about the land areas than most atlases for this age do. This atlas meets requirements for libraries that need a comprehensive geographical reference at an elementary level.
Accessibility/Diversity: The colorful maps and detailed graphics make the book easy to understand for visual learners. The links to online websites that the book offers also allows for students to use different learning techniques in order to gain all of the information that the book has to offer.
Cost: $25
Professional Review: Del Vecchio, S. (1998). National Geographic world atlas for young explorers (Book Review) (Undetermined). School Library Journal, 44(10), 159.
November 23, 2015
National Geographic, (2007). National geographic world atlas for young explorers 3rd ed.;
Reviewed by: Kris Grimm
Reference Type: Geographical Reference
Call Number: 912
ISBN: 978-1-4263-0088-2
Content/Scope: This book is written for students in grades 4 and up. It contains information about a wide variety of subjects such as world population, religions, economics, and environmental issues to name a few.
Arrangement/Presentation: National Geographic has a strong reputation for producing high quality reference material. This book is particularly good for digital natives, as there is a website that corresponds and enhances the information provided in the book. The book is divided into sections. Images and sidebar information enhance the written text on each page.
Accessibility/Diversity: The engaging photographs, maps, and eye-catching lay out of the text will make this book accessible to both early and more experienced readers. Using the Internet adds another layer of accessing information for inquiry purposes.
Relation to similar works: There are a couple of atlases similar to this in the collection. They tend to be circulate often and need to be replaced due to condition and being out of date.
Cost:$24.95
Professional Review: Quinn, M. E. (2007). National geographic world atlas for young explorers. Booklist. Retrieved from WKU libraries.
Reviewed by: Kris Grimm
Reference Type: Geographical Reference
Call Number: 912
ISBN: 978-1-4263-0088-2
Content/Scope: This book is written for students in grades 4 and up. It contains information about a wide variety of subjects such as world population, religions, economics, and environmental issues to name a few.
Arrangement/Presentation: National Geographic has a strong reputation for producing high quality reference material. This book is particularly good for digital natives, as there is a website that corresponds and enhances the information provided in the book. The book is divided into sections. Images and sidebar information enhance the written text on each page.
Accessibility/Diversity: The engaging photographs, maps, and eye-catching lay out of the text will make this book accessible to both early and more experienced readers. Using the Internet adds another layer of accessing information for inquiry purposes.
Relation to similar works: There are a couple of atlases similar to this in the collection. They tend to be circulate often and need to be replaced due to condition and being out of date.
Cost:$24.95
Professional Review: Quinn, M. E. (2007). National geographic world atlas for young explorers. Booklist. Retrieved from WKU libraries.
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April 29, 2012National Geographic Society (U.S.). (2007). National Geographic world atlas for young explorers. Washington, D.C: National Geographic.
Citation created by: Rachel Davis
Call Number: 912
Description: Presents world, regional, and thematic maps as well as photographic essays on each continent.
Content/Scope: Grades 4 and up.
Accuracy/Authority: Created by National Geographic
Relation to Similar Works: Revisions and expanded editions are available
Cost: $13.29
Rationale for Selection: Every school library needs an atlas and what better atlas to have than ones that are created by National Geographic, and that targets elementary students.
Professional Review: School Library Journal, Feb 2008, Vol. 54, Issue 2
Citation created by: Rachel Davis
Call Number: 912
Description: Presents world, regional, and thematic maps as well as photographic essays on each continent.
Content/Scope: Grades 4 and up.
Accuracy/Authority: Created by National Geographic
Relation to Similar Works: Revisions and expanded editions are available
Cost: $13.29
Rationale for Selection: Every school library needs an atlas and what better atlas to have than ones that are created by National Geographic, and that targets elementary students.
Professional Review: School Library Journal, Feb 2008, Vol. 54, Issue 2
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April 30, 2012Nice to have books in the classroom with maps for students to see and learn from. Children learn when they can see and this also can lead to more discussions about whatever you are looking up.
February 6, 2014
Great atlas!
August 25, 2016
This book is an excellent resource for kids who are interested in the world around them, both geographically and culturally.
October 21, 2008
I like it's maps because they tell about it.
January 1, 2013
Excellent understandable resources.
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