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The Kingfisher First Picture Atlas
Explore the whole world with this beautifully illustrated atlas, now in paperback. An introductory section provides an overview of the different styles of maps, readying readers for their journey around the world. The atlas is organized by continent with regions and countries shown in more detail. This collection of maps includes photographs, artwork, and picture icons that make geography easy and accessible for young children. Each book contains a colorful poster map of North America.
48 pages, Paperback
First published July 15, 2005
About the author
Deborah Chancellor
202 books4 followersDeborah Chancellor is a writer of fiction and non-fiction books for children. To date she has written nearly 100 books and worked with many leading publishers. Deborah is a versatile author who has written biographies for teenagers, adapted Bible stories for pre-school children, and teenage fiction for older children with reading difficulties. She is a prolific writer of children's non-fiction on a wide range of subjects.
She has been translated into many languages and is sold all over the world. Her books have been shortlisted for awards, such as the Little Rebels Award (Harriet Tubman, 2014) and Gourmand World Cookbook Awards (Being a Vegetarian, 2010).
Deborah is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund, and was RFL Fellow at Newnham College, Cambridge University, from 2009-2012. She appears at Literary Festivals and runs writing workshops for young people.
She has been translated into many languages and is sold all over the world. Her books have been shortlisted for awards, such as the Little Rebels Award (Harriet Tubman, 2014) and Gourmand World Cookbook Awards (Being a Vegetarian, 2010).
Deborah is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund, and was RFL Fellow at Newnham College, Cambridge University, from 2009-2012. She appears at Literary Festivals and runs writing workshops for young people.
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June 23, 2012Melissa Neeley
Title:
Chancellor, D. (2007). The Kingfisher first picture atlas. London: Macmillan Publishers Limited.
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
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Cost: $8.54
Description: A first atlas for the youngest primary students, this book appeals to student’s visual interest through the use of many colorful illustrations.
Relevance and Relationship: This is one of two atlas selections for elementary school, with more pictures and less wording this is the perfect choice for K-2 students.
Purpose: Useful as an introduction to using an atlas as a reference source this book has the style of writing suited for beginning readers.
Validity: This book is recommended by Library Media Connections, an authoritative review source.
Format: This is a print resource that combines large text with colorful pictures for younger readers.
Arrangement and Presentation: An introduction provides students with an overview of the Earth, maps, and how to use an atlas. General reference information related to each continent of provided, before a summary of the oceans and finally the index.
Diversity: Large print, illustrations throughout, and points of reference provide information for students of varying intellectual abilities.
Review Source: Booklists (online)
Title:
Chancellor, D. (2007). The Kingfisher first picture atlas. London: Macmillan Publishers Limited.
Type of Reference: Geographical Reference
Call #:
Cost: $8.54
Description: A first atlas for the youngest primary students, this book appeals to student’s visual interest through the use of many colorful illustrations.
Relevance and Relationship: This is one of two atlas selections for elementary school, with more pictures and less wording this is the perfect choice for K-2 students.
Purpose: Useful as an introduction to using an atlas as a reference source this book has the style of writing suited for beginning readers.
Validity: This book is recommended by Library Media Connections, an authoritative review source.
Format: This is a print resource that combines large text with colorful pictures for younger readers.
Arrangement and Presentation: An introduction provides students with an overview of the Earth, maps, and how to use an atlas. General reference information related to each continent of provided, before a summary of the oceans and finally the index.
Diversity: Large print, illustrations throughout, and points of reference provide information for students of varying intellectual abilities.
Review Source: Booklists (online)
Displaying 1 of 1 review