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Geography
Total price for this list: ยค221.46
Number of books on list: 22
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| - Match the colorful stickers to the countries on each map to discover where animals live, what flags belong to what countries and more!. |
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Thirteen stripes-
Fifty stars-
And hundreds of AMAZING facts about the U.S.A. Can you guess the names of the ten states below?
1. I have the highest waterfalls in North America.
2. I am the smallest state.
3. I am the largest state.
4. I have produced the most presidents of the United States.
5. I was the first to become a state.
6. I was the last to become a state.
7. I have the "Gateway to America."
8. I have the most kids under age ten.
9. I have the most tornadoes.
10. I am home to America's most popular vacation spot. See page 6 for answers. |
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| -- Why is night dark? What is snow? How do earthquakes happen? What's under the sea? -- These and hundreds of other questions about the world around us are answered in this charming book. -- Simple, easy-to-read text and lively, detailed illustrations introduce the basic concepts of geography to young readers. |
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| Have you ever wondered what a badland is? What about a gulch? Do you wonder what an isthmus is? Or a seamount? What about the difference between a plateau and a plain, or a knob and a knoll? Well, here are the answers The sixty-three entries from A to Z describe the earth's features -- its physical geography -- from the highest mountain peak to the deepest ocean trench, in clear, concise terms. Each entry is beautifully illustrated in full color. This is a perfect introduction to the dramatic and fascinating face of the vast world around us. The author and artist of the best-selling "MAPS & GLOBES" team up again, this time to prove that geography can indeed be an adventure. |
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Go, Go America
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by Yaccarino, Dan -
Scholastic Press, 2008
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Hardcover
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Dewey: 973
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$17.99
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Hello Kitty has traveled the world in the highly successful "Hello Kitty Hello World"-now she explores the United States, state by state!
In "Hello Kitty Hello USA," fans will travel around all fifty United States with Hello Kitty and her friends! After giving a piano recital at a White House gala Hello Kitty is invited by people all over the USA to visit them. On her trip, she learns a great deal: each state's motto, its official flower and bird, important landmarks and fascinating trivia. Whether sailing in Rhode Island, riding a rollercoaster in Ohio, rock climbing in South Dakota, skiing in Colorado, or hula-dancing in Hawaii, Hello Kitty soon decides that she loves the United States of America-everyone of them!
A perfect addition to the successful Hello Kitty books, this book is a great way for young readers to learn about the USA and have fun with Hello Kitty! |
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The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers Science Kids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers are sure to love. The lively and engaging text explains the basic principles of favorite science subjects. Illustrations and stunning photography zoom in on interesting details, and fun projects encourage further learning.
Travel around the world with this introduction to maps and how they work. Learn about compass points, map keys, scales, colors, and contours; discover how maps are created and used; and even make a 3-D relief map. |
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Deserts
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by Royston, Angela -
Heinemann, 2005
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Paperback
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Dewey: 577.54
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AR: 3.7/LG/0.5/87097
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$7.99
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| There are corners of Earth where the conditions are so harsh it's hard to believe any life can be sustained there. This new series takes readers to smoldering deserts, towering mountains, frigid polar caps, the vastness of space, and the depths of the ocean, and introduces them to the people, plants, and animals that call these extreme environments home. Photos, maps, and exciting text transport readers to different extreme locations and show how living things are able to thrive against all odds. |
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Mountains
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by Royston, Angela -
Heinemann, 2005
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Paperback
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Dewey: 577.53
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AR: 3.9/LG/0.5/87101
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$7.99
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| There are corners of Earth where the conditions are so harsh it's hard to believe any life can be sustained there. This new series takes readers to smoldering deserts, towering mountains, frigid polar caps, the vastness of space, and the depths of the ocean, and introduces them to the people, plants, and animals that call these extreme environments home. Photos, maps, and exciting text transport readers to different extreme locations and show how living things are able to thrive against all odds. |
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Oceans
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by Royston, Angela -
Heinemann, 2005
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Paperback
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Dewey: 551.46
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AR: 3.6/LG/0.5/87102
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$7.99
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| There are corners of Earth where the conditions are so harsh it's hard to believe any life can be sustained there. This new series takes readers to smoldering deserts, towering mountains, frigid polar caps, the vastness of space, and the depths of the ocean, and introduces them to the people, plants, and animals that call these extreme environments home. Photos, maps, and exciting text transport readers to different extreme locations and show how living things are able to thrive against all odds. |
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| National Geographic "Student Atlas of the World" "Winner of the" Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children (NSTA/CBC) Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (NCSS/CBC) Parent's Guide to Children's Media Award This completely revised and expanded edition of the award-winning, best-selling atlas features: - 100-plus maps created especially for the middle- and high-school students by the world's preeminent mapping authority - 60-plus full-color photographs - 16 brand-new pages, including thematic spreads on environmental hot spots, world conflict, refugees, global communication, and diffusion of popular culture - 50 charts and graphs that reflect the latest data - Completely updated country flags and fact boxes - Continuity of map sizes and scales to encourage data comparison - Web links for finding more information and keeping current - Conversion tables for metric and U.S. measurements - Expanded glossary of geographic terms - Thematic and place-name indexes - All the tools needed to prepare for any standardized geography test |
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The latest edition of the guide book every Bee contestant needs to compete with confidence is here. "The National Geographic Bee Official Study Guide" will help kids in grades four through eight prepare for the Society's prestigious annual geography competition. Featuring maps, photos, graphs, and a variety of questions actually used in past Bees, plus an extensive resource section, this guide not only reviews geographic facts but also helps readers recognize themes, identify clues that lead to correct answers, and understand how geographers think. In the Third Edition all statistics have been revised to reflect the most up-to-date figures. New question rounds have been added along with new tips on how to study from previous Bee winners. Resources have been fully reviewed to ensure the most current information about all things geographic.
This completely revised edition of our authoritative study guide will help geography students prepare to compete for college scholarships totaling $50,000 in the annual National Geographic Bee. With informative text and a user-friendly layout, the "Study Guide" is the ultimate expert resource for sharpening geography skills. This excellent guide, which provides facts "and" explains the concepts behind geography, is the only source book officially sanctioned by the National Geographic Bee.
Your first question is easy: Do you have the latest edition of this essential geography resource on your shelf? |
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Our California
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by Ryan, Pam Munoz -
Charlesbridge Publishing, 2008
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Paperback
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Dewey: 979.4
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AR: 6.1/LG/0.5/173598
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$7.95
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| Re-illustrated and re-designed, Our California is a lively tour of award-winning author Pam Munoz Ryan's home state. Spirited poems celebrate California's major cities and regions. Backmatter includes state symbols and additional information about each place. Bold paintings by illustrator Rafael Lopez capture the spirit of the land. |
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School Atlas
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by Scoffham, Stephen -
DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley), 2007
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Paperback
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Dewey: 912
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$12.99
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| More than just an atlas, this indispensable reference combines state-of-the-art digital maps with detailed information on the major issues affecting the world. Features include more than 100 maps and photographs, charts, and graphs. Full color. 9 3. |
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The kids in Ms. Brandt's class create a special report on the United States of America, with each child doing research on ten states. There's a double-spread map of the whole U.S. and a page for every state jam-packed with trivia, interesting facts, handwritten captions, and jokes. At the end of the book is a map showing how the United States grew over time, a spread on the presidents and what states they hailed from, as well as a "bibliography" of books the kids used in their research. Written by a team of well-known author/artists, this 64-page Smart About History book is a great guide for kids.
Written and illustrated by Jon Buller and Susan Schade, Maryann Cocca-Leffler, Joan Holub, True Kelley, and Dana Regan. |
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Spotlight on Mexico
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by Kalman, Bobbie -
Crabtree Publishing Company, 2007
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Paperback
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Dewey: 972
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AR: 4/LG/0.5/172818
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$7.95
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| Mexico is the southern neighbor of the United States. It is a country with a rich history and culture, a warm climate, diverse landscapes, and a variety of wildlife. From Mayan pyramids to busy cities to happy fiestas, Spotlight on Mexico offers a joyful experience to young readers. The book also includes recipes of some favorite Mexican foods that children will love to make! |
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| Holidays, celebrations, and symbols are highlighted in this up-to-date fact-filled introduction to the United States. Spotlight on the United States of America looks at the colonial history of the U.S., its government, and some of its important leaders. Many colorful pictures, maps, and illustrations the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this fascinating country. |
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State-By-State Atlas
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by Ciovacco, Justine -
DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley), 2006
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Paperback
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Dewey: 912.73
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$9.99
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| State-by-State Atlas contains maps, pictures and facts about each state. |
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| The Cat in the Hat introduces beginning readers to maps- the different kinds (city, state, world, topographic, temperature, terrain, etc.); their formats (flat, globe, atlas, puzzle); the tools we use to read them (symbols, scales, grids, compasses); and funny facts about the places they show us (" Michigan looks like a scarf and a mitten Louisiana looks like a chair you can sit in " ). |
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| Giving children an extraordinary chance to travel around the world and learn about many places and cultures, this atlas is filled with more than 250 full-color photos and 50 easy-to-understand topographic and political maps. |
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Welcome to China
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DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley), 2008
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Paperback
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Dewey: 951
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$3.99
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| Geography becomes an exciting, continent-hopping adventure with this amazing kit that pairs an engaging atlas with an attractive 3-D globe for a unique learning experience. Inside the book, detailed maps of all the countries and regions on Earth are paired with full-color photographs of important geographical features and historical sites as well as fun, informative text that adds cultural insight. By locating the different sites on the globe, children develop a better perspective of the true size, location, and relationship of countries, continents, and bodies of water. The globe can be stored inside the book or placed on the included stand for display or further study. |
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