Oxford International Primary Atlas 2nd Ed.

The Oxford International Primary Atlas is a clear, bright, and informative atlas designed for primary learners. This new edition includes up-to-date country data, easy-to-read colourful mapping, and worldwide topographic content, including regions such as Europe, Malta, Cyprus, Middle East, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. Key Features: * Comprehensive Coverage: Clear maps of the world and all continents, plus stunning aerial photographs and satellite images. * Curriculum-Aligned Themes: Landscapes, water, settlements, connections, and environments. * Accessible Design: Layout based on research into how children use maps, with colourful photographs and attractive artwork. * Learning Support: Learning statements introduce each theme, focus panels prompt enquiry, and innovative grid codes help children find places. * Interactive Learning: Accompanied by an Activity Book for independent work to develop map literacy skills. This atlas combines rigorous content with engaging visuals, making it the ideal resource for developing geographical knowledge and map skills. Contents: WORLD; EUROPE; ASIA; AFRICA; NORTH AMERICA; SOUTH AMERICA; OCEANIA; THE POLES; COUNTRY DATA FILES; INDEX 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. Accessible and informative world atlas for all primary age children