maps for children

Maps and text chronicle the history of Yemen, one of the oldest inhabited regions of the world, yet one of the least-known Arab nations.

Contains a collection of maps, charts, graphs, photographs, flags, an facts that provide a wide range of information about the continents and countries of the world.

Features chronologically arranged maps that chart the political, economic, and social history of the United States from the nation's original inhabitants through the 2000 presidential election, and includes a separate poster that presents illustrations and profiles of the country's presidents.

Contains articles and maps that describe different aspects of South America, covering geographical features, countries, climate, plants and animals, work opportunities, and people, and includes information on how to read a map, as well as an introduction to the work of archaeologist Guillermo Cock.

Presents a children's atlas on the continent of Australia and includes information on Australia's states and territories, its climate, people, plants, and animals, as well as some of the natural wonders of Australia.

Contains articles and maps that describe different aspects of Antarctica, covering geographical features, countries, climate, plants and animals, work opportunities, and people, and includes information on how to read a map, as well as an introduction to the work of scientists studying global warming.

An illustrated overview of Africa covering its prehistoriclife, geography, natural wonders, climate, plants and animals, ethnic groups, and economy, as well as research on malaria.

Maps, text, and illustrations tell the story of the America's "manifest destiny," explaining the concept and how it expanded the country's boundaries. Also includes a time line, a glossary, and a further reading list.

An illustrated atlas of Southwest and Central Asia, providing information on the countries, landforms, bodies of water, climate, plants, animals, population, people and customs, and other aspects of the region, and including a journey up Mount Everest.