Discover And Do: Maps Av Jane Lacey

<p><b>DISCOVER the facts and DO the activities in this fun geography book all about marvellous maps!</b><br><br><b><i>Discover and Do! Geography</i> </b>is the perfect introduction to geography for readers aged 7 and up who enjoy getting <b>creative</b>. Each book looks at <b>core geography topics</b> and brings them to life through a lively combination of <b>experiments, craft activities and quizzes. </b><br><br><i><b>Discover & Do! Maps</b> </i>takes an up-close look at different uses for maps and plans, exploring essential geography topics such as compass points, scale and landscapes. Readers will find information about navigation and map-making skills, and how they can use clues in nature to find their way even without technology. Alongside the facts, readers discover how to design a map of their local area from first-person observation, how to shrink and grow a map, and will even try their hand at making building plans - as an architect does - and much more!<br><br><b>Contents of </b><i><b>Discover & Do! Maps</b></i><b>:</b><br>What is a map?<br>Bird''s-eye view<br>Symbols<br>Making maps<br>Compass points<br>Map lines<br>Scale<br>Landscapes<br>Plans<br>Finding the way<br>Planning a walk<br>Glossary<br>Quiz and Further information<br>Index<br><br><b>Titles in the series:</b><br><i>By the Sea</i><br><i>Caring for Our Earth</i><br><i>Maps</i><br><i>Mountains</i><br><i>Rivers</i><br><i>Weather</i></p>