compass

Introduces the function, parts, and uses of compasses, and provides instructions for two activities that demonstrate how a compass works.

Chronicles the history of the development of navigational tools, including the compass, and features step-by-step instructions for making a working compass at home and using it for orienteering activities.

Eight-year-old Theo takes the famous scientist, Albert Einstein, sailing on the lake and rescues his compass when it falls into the water.

A narrative chronicle of the invention of the compass that discusses its development in both China and Europe.

Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate how to use a compass to find one's way on land, at sea, or in the air.

Describes the cardinal directions, north, south, east, and west, and explains how directions are used with a map and compass.

Teaches children how to use a compass.

An introduction to the cardinal directions and how to find them using a compass, the Sun, and a map.

A simple explanation of how to tell direction from the position of the sun or with a compass when the needle is at N.