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Packed with information on nearly 200 countries - organized by continent - and illustrated with all new state-of-the-art relief maps, this conveniently-sized paperback atlas is an essential resource for understanding the world today.Its extensive coverage includes information on the geography, history, and economy of each country, as well as culture, language, and religion. Environmental concerns are also addressed with information on plants and animals, endangered species, and conservation.Continental regional locator globes further aid curious young geographers, as do supplemental articles on global issues such as the world's changing climate, the preservation of natural resources, and population distribution.An informative map and map-making section discusses innovations in cartography. ... Read more

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The Kingfisher Student Atlas of North America is an unbeatable way to discover the people, geography, landscape, industry, and agriculture of this diverse continent. The reference includes all of the fifty states and each province and territory of Canada, as well as the states of Mexico and the countries of the Caribbean and Central America. Superbly detailed relief maps are complemented by fact boxes of important statistics and pertinent information, plus illustrations of national and state flags, flora and fauna, and notable events from history. ... Read more

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Combining the latest political and cultural information with state of the art cartographic techniques, the Children's World Atlas is more that just an atlas it's a complete world reference for home or school. Large maps created from enhanced satellite imagery introduce the location and geography of each country, while information about key political and social issues give the reader an idea of what it's like to live in regions around the world. Carefully researched and authenticated by cartography experts and consultants, this book is the best tool for children to use to learn about the different peoples and places of the world. ... Read more

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Excellent
Ms. Liberman is a fine writer, and this long-awaited survey of Azerbaijan is a real treat, a riveting tale of this fascinating land. 3 cheers!! Highly recommended. ... Read more

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An exciting and witty mystery adventure story with informative text about space. The story combines computer-generated graphics and beautifully detailed drawings by favorite artist Leo Hartas and includes factboxes and up-to-date information on the latest space probes by author Richard Platt. ... Read more

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facts on file wildlife atlas
I was looking for more specific information about individual animals/wildlife. This book is more general in it's information.

He loved it-
I bought this book as a gift for my 9 year old nephew. When it arrived, I was pleased to see that it was a hard cover book, and the color photographs and maps were great. It seemed to me that kids would have a pretty easy time finding what they're looking for. The information is presented in short segments with headings so you can pick and choose what you want to read. Jack had wanted a book on animals, but I wasn't sure if there would be enough "animal" information in it for him.

As it turned out, he loved the book. He especially liked the variety of maps (which were easy to follow), as well as the photos of animals (both familiar and unfamiliar to him). The book was organized by area of the world, and he seemed to like that organization. He and his brother spent quite a bit of time looking through it, and he said he'd be able to use it for school projects. ... Read more

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The Space Atlas is a wonderfully illustrated new atlas that introduces youngsters to the wonders of outer space. It is filled with beautiful full-color illustrations of the solar system and beyond, plus a wealth of illustrated facts. This remarkable atlas gives children a glimpse into our exciting universe. ... Read more

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Great Exploration!
The Children's Space Atlas takes children on a voyage of Discovery from the creation of the stars and planets to the latest findings from probes and Satellites, states Robbin Kerrod on the top cover of this black bg book. Easy to follow star charts showing major constellation, story of the creation of the stars and planets told in words and pictures and exploring the whole universe is so much fun and interesting while kids learn the mystery of nature. The IMAX movies on space are sure thrilling to watch but the book is indepth knowledge and exploring page to page! It's divided into 5 sections:

Section 1: Introduction on Earth and space and boundless universe
Section 2: The solar system - The sun, moon, planets, Asteroids and meteoroids, comets, etc
Section 3: The night sky i.e. the heavens, constellations
Section 4: Stars and Galaxies
Section 5: Exploring space, Telescopes, space satellites, space flights, exploring moon and so on.

Now that its so interesting, I remember me registering mine and my family's name to go to Mars through the nasa website and the names would be included in a DVD that went to Mars with Rover Opportunity - Its so thrilling to explore the Space Atlas by many kids with hopes to book a flat on Mars some day! A good Pick and dreamy explorations too!

I liked this book
I am in the 3rd grade and I got this book from our school library (Plains Ele.) in Timberville, VA.I like the part where it shows all the missions on the moon.I like the real life pictures and graphics.I want to be a scientist when I grow up and would like to observe the planets and stars.I picked this book up because of the pictures I saw on the cover.I thought it would give me information on planets, stars, galaxies and the universe, and it did.That's about all I would like to say.Please tell the author he did a great job.Your pal, Weston Marcus ... Read more