Heinemann First Atlas
by Block, Daniel R.Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2006-12-30
Publisher(s): Heinemann/Raintree
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Summary
This first atlas provides simple, colorful maps of the United States, the world, and the continents. It also explains some important map features, such as keys and compass directions, giving young readers an attractive reference book for learning more about the world around them. Book jacket.
Author Biography
Daniel R. Block is an associate professor at Chicago State University where he teaches cartography and geographic information systems. He has also worked as a professional cartographer. A former teacher, Marta Segal Block has written and edited educational materials on a variety of subjects.
Table of Contents
| What Is a Globe? | p. 4 |
| What Is a Map? | p. 5 |
| What Are Maps For? | p. 7 |
| The World | p. 8 |
| Land and Water | p. 10 |
| Climate | p. 12 |
| Countries of the World | p. 14 |
| The United States | p. 16 |
| North America | p. 20 |
| South America | p. 21 |
| Europe | p. 22 |
| Africa | p. 24 |
| Australia and Oceania | p. 25 |
| Asia | p. 26 |
| The Arctic | p. 28 |
| Antarctica | p. 29 |
| Lines Around the World | p. 30 |
| Glossary | p. 31 |
| Index | p. 32 |
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