Book details
Janice VanCleave's Geography for Every Kid: Easy Activities that Make Learning Geography Fun
Description
How can you make a map out of clay? What is a compass rose? How do scientists track hurricanes? How has the world's population changed? Now you can discover the answers to these and other fascinating questions about geography. In Geography for Every Kid you'll learn about legends, scales, grip maps, topographic maps, latitude and longitude, and much more! You'll create a map of your very own neighborhood park, make an enlarged picture using a grid, and even map a simulated ocean floor using just a string and a washer. Each of the activities is broken down into its purpose, a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and an easy to understand explanation. Every activity has been pretested and can be performed safely and inexpensively in the classroom or at home. Also available in this series from Janice VanCleave:Astronomy for Every KidBiology for Every KidChemistry for Every KidDinosaurs for Every KidEarth Science for Every KidGeometry for Every KidThe Human Body for Every KidMath for Every KidPhysics for Every Kid
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
224 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a wealth of information on geography, making it a valuable resource for children to learn about different places, cultures, and geographical concepts in an engaging and accessible way.
- Interactive Learning: Janice VanCleave's book is filled with easy and fun activities that encourage interactive learning. This hands-on approach helps children retain information better and fosters a love for the subject.
- Suitable for Various Ages: The activities and lessons in the book are designed to be adaptable for kids of different ages and educational levels, making it a versatile tool for teaching geography at home or in a classroom setting.
- Supports STEM Education: Geography is an integral part of STEM education, and this book helps to build a strong foundation in spatial thinking and geographical skills, which are critical for success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.