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Children's Illustrated Atlas (Hardback)
£12.99
Out of stock
Product Ref. (e.g. ISBN, SKU)
9780241228074
Published:
01 Aug 2016
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
1 volume (128 ) pages
Dimensions:
310x262x17mm
Weight:
1.091kgs
This illustrated atlas brings geography to life; packed with more than 50 colourful maps for kids and fascinating facts about the countries of the world. Each map is bursting with information, such as climates, populations, famous sites, mountains and rivers, and natural wonders of the world.
A picture atlas that takes young readers on a visual journey around the world, from Spain and Portugal to China and Mongolia.
Continents and countries are brought to life through stunning photography and eye-catching illustrations. Uncover incredible geographical features, wildlife, culture, history, and landmarks in unprecedented detail.
This incredible and inspiring visual atlas takes you on a fact-filled, continent-by-continent tour of the world! Throughout the pages of this adventure book, you'll discover more than 50 fascinating maps that are packed with fun facts and fresh images. Your child will learn all about the climate, populations, places, and industries of our world.
Picture stories complement the maps, from the giant river that flows through the Amazon forest, to the frozen icebergs of the glacial Arctic. Discover the richness and diversity of human and animal life around the globe. Each map shows the countries, their capitals, famous landmarks, as well as their longest rivers and highest mountains.
This educational book is more than a map book! This atlas book also shows young explorers how to read a map and use a key, compass, and scale. It's the ideal resource for classroom use, home learning, and armchair exploration.
The Ultimate Round-The-World Trip
Children's Illustrated Atlas is the perfect reference book for kids to learn about lands close to home or oceans far away! It's also a fantastic gift for children with an interest in the world around them and a taste for adventure.
Without even leaving your home, this children's atlas book allows you to:
- Explore more than 50 stunning world maps and incredible geographical features.
- Learn how to read a map and use a key, compass, and scale.
- Travel the world's cities and landmarks through beautiful photography and illustrations.
- Dive into intriguing facts about the world's population.
Charming and informative, the Children's Illustrated Atlas series from DK Books is a delightful addition to every child's library. Bring the amazing world of wildlife right into your home with the Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas, and reach into the past with the Children's Illustrated History Atlas.
About the Author: Dr Andrew Brooks has been a Lecturer in Development Geography at King's College London since 2011. His undergraduate teaching involves Human Geography and International Development. Andrew is an active researcher and has written books, chapter and articles on the geographies of economic and social change in Africa as well as environmental issues. His research has taken him all around the world.
| Number of pages | 1 volume (128 ) |
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We will despatch your order as quickly as we can. If, for whatever reason, a product is out of stock we will contact you to discuss the likely delivery time or an alternative product.
| First Item | 2 Items & Over | |
|---|---|---|
| UK | £3.75 | £5.00 |
| EU | £15.00 | £30.00 |
| USA & Canada | £30.00 | £50.00 |
| Rest of the World | £45.00 | £60.00 |
| Collect in Store | free | free |
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UK Delivery
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Shipments to the USA & Canada:
First Item @ £30.00
2 Items & over @ £50.00 in total
Shipments to the Rest of the World:
First Item @ £45.00
2 Items & over @ £60.00 in total
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