Defines settlements and their history and how they have changed over time. Examines where people live and how they settle in places near their work and what kind of housing they have. Discusses shopping centers which are generally found near settlements as well as public services and transportation. Also contains information about recreation and entertainment areas nearby, and concludes with data about its capital city and population growth.
Explains what surveys are, looks at the types of information that can be gained from surveys, features hints and tips on conducting research, handling data, and presenting results, and includes photographs, diagrams, and investigations.
Examines many of the methods used to preserve the earth's natural resources including protecting wildlife, reducing pollution, and educating people on conservation.
Explains how geographers use and interpret aerial photographs, describing the methods used to create aerial photographs, and exploring what they can teach researchers about cities, towns, floodplains, geography, and the environment.
Explains what maps are and how they are used, describes various elements of maps, looks at different types of maps and the information they contain, and includes photographs, diagrams, and investigations.
