Oxford Very First Atlas 2011

The Oxford Very First Atlas is the perfect introduction to maps for young learners. Completely up-to-date, it features accurate, easy-to-read, and colourful mapping in an accessible layout based on research into how children use maps. Have you ever wondered: * What the Earth looks like from space? * How many continents there are? * Where Mount Everest is? Find out in your very first atlas! Key Features: * Introduces young learners to maps and develops early atlas skills. * Engaging Content: Encourages children to talk about local and distant places and find key locations. * Comprehensive Coverage: Includes an introduction to the globe, stunning Earth-from-space images, and clear maps of the world and continents. * Interactive Learning: Accompanied by an Activity Book for independent work and an e-Atlas CD-ROM for whole-class display. This atlas is the ideal resource for developing map skills and inspiring curiosity about the world. Author Biography: Dr Patrick Wiegand taught in primary and secondary schools before being appointed to the School of Education at the University of Leeds where he trained teachers, taught on Masters' programmes and supervised PhD students. He became Head of Teacher Training at the University of Leeds and then Reader in Geography Education. He has researched children's thinking with maps and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) throughout his career and has published many books, chapters and research papers in this area including Learning and Teaching with Maps (Routledge, 2006). He was Chair of the Cartography and Children Commission of the International Cartographic Association, held a Leverhulme Research Fellowship in GIS in Education, and has served on the UK Committee for Cartography. He has always worked to improve the quality and usability of classroom teaching materials and has been Editorial Adviser for OUP atlases for 30 years.