Mapping: Where People Work
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
Mapping: Where People Work
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Jen Green
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Series | Mapping |
Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:32 | Dimensions(mm): Height 272,Width 216 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9780750285766
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Classifications | Dewey:526 |
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Audience | Children's (6-12) | Primary | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Hachette Children's Group
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Imprint |
Wayland
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Publication Date |
26 March 2015 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Full of hands-on activities to help you learn all about map skills whilst also learning about the features of a where people work. This book will show you what a bird's eye map is by looking at aerial photos; how landmarks can be shown as symbols; how to measure scale and distance; what map plans are; how compass points show you how to find directions; how to follow pathways and roads; how to use grid references; looking at landuse ; and looking at transport maps. Illustrations by Sarah Horne in an amusing and lively style are combined with photographs to really capture a child's attention helping them to learn these important map skills.
Author Biography
Jen Green received a doctorate from the University of Sussex (Dept of English and American Studies) in 1982. She worked in publishing for 15 years and is now a full-time writer, who has written over 150 books for children. Her book 'Your Feelings: I'm Special' was short-listed for the NASEN Special Needs Award.
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