Nat Geo Wild Animal Atlas: Earth's Astonishing Animals and Where They Live

by National Geographic Society

Captivating critters, eye-grabbing pictures, weird and freaky facts―what better way for kids to learn geography! In this child-friendly atlas, stunning animal photos combine with colorful, easily accessible maps to teach young readers about geography through the wild creatures that fascinate them. Each world region includes a "spotlight" on animals in the area. Thematic spreads deliver the facts about habitats, endangered species, and more. Careful research and all-around kid appeal make this a must-have children’s atlas for home and school.

Genres: Animals, Geography, Science, Reference, Nonfiction, Nature, Childrens

64 pages, Library Binding

First published September 28, 2010

About the author

The National Geographic Society (NGS), headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States, is one of the largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the world.
Founded in 1888, its interests include geography, archaeology, and natural science, the promotion of environmental and historical conservation, and the study of world culture and history. The National Geographic Society's logo is a yellow portrait frame—rectangular in shape—which appears on the margins surrounding the front covers of its magazines and as its television channel logo. Through National Geographic Partners (a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company), the Society operates the magazine, TV channels, a website, worldwide events, and other media operations.

Reviews

[Farhan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolute eye-candy for kids and adults alike along with useful information.

[Lily Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE THIS BOOK! This book is great if you love animals, or fun facts about animals! There isn't a very clear theme, but if anything it would be kindness, because of how much people care about those animals.

[Sara King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grade level: 3rd-5th
Genre: Informational

I thought this book was a very interesting book full of lots of fascinating facts about animals and where they live. This would be a perfect book to use in the classroom for a geography study or animal study. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and thought it was very informative and interesting.

[Jessica S · Rating 5 out of 5]

My 5 year old is obsessed with learning about animals and we've purchased other National Geographic books on the topic. This one was just as informative and beautiful as the other ones. I also liked that this book went beyond just the animals and uses the atlas to teach about map reading and the continents.

[Whitney Pittsenbarger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great homeschool resource

[Margie · Rating 4 out of 5]

National Geographic Children’s Books. (2010). Nat geo wild animal atlas: Earth's astonishing animals and where they live Des Moines, IA: National Geographic.

Citation by: Margie Findley

Type of Reference: Geographical Reference

Call Number: J 591.9

Description: An introduction to geography that focuses on the animals found on each continent, including descriptions of common animals, simple pictorial maps, and profiles of endangered species.

Relevance and Relationship: For $16.20 an atlas which teaches children geography through animals. This is a fun and interesting way for children to learn without being bored with just looking at a map and talking about the area. The animal strategy makes this atlas stand out to similar ones.

Purpose: To teach children about geography in a fun and interesting way and to help them learn about where the animals at the zoo came from. Did I hear field trip?

Validity: National Geographic is an very highly honored publisher of educational reference materials.

Format: A 64 page hardcover book targeted at children 5 and up.

Arrangement and Presentation: The chapters are arranged by continent and include pages full of fun facts. The illustrations are exceptional.

Diversity: Introduces students to countries and cultures around the World.

Professional Review: Throckmorton, G. S. (2011). [Nat Geo Wild Animal Atlas]. Science Books & Films, 47(3), 73. Retrieved June 22, 2012 from Children's Core Collection (H.W. Wilson).

[Nina]

Name: Kristina Jewell

Title: Nat Geo wild animal atlas: Earth's astonishing animals and where they live. (2010). United States of America: National Geographic.

Call Number: 590.

Reference Type: Geographical Reference

Description: This atlas from National Geographic takes children around the world by introducing them to different animals. The book is intended for students in grades 4-7.

Price: $27.90

Relevance and Relationship: The library has several atlases, but this book presents the information in a more interesting way. Students are more likely to be interested in geography if they are simultaneously learning about animals. State and national standards concerning geography can be connected to the content in the book.

Purpose: The purpose of this atlas is to encourage readers to explore different regions of earth while learning about animals. This book would be a great addition to a school library’s reference section and can be used by students for projects.

Validity: This book is recommended by the Science Books and Films journal.

Format: Print.

Arrangement/Presentation: The book presents information primarily through images and uses small text boxes for additional information. The animals are depicted in their habitats on various continents.

Diversity: The book’s large ratio of images to text is wonderful for visual learners and students who may have difficulty reading.

Reviewed By: Throckmorton, G. S. (2011). Nat Geo wild animal atlas. Science books & films, 47(3), 73.

[Susan]

Name: National Geographic wild animal atlas: Earth's astonishing animals and where they live

Type of Reference: Geographical Reference

Call Number: 590

Brief description: A captivating way for kids to learn geography! This is a child-friendly atlas, that contains animal photos, and easily accessible maps to teach young readers about geography through the wild creatures that fascinate them.

Citation for where the item has been reviewed: Throckmorton, Gaylord S. Science Books & Films, March 2011, Vol. 47 Issue 3, p73-73, 1p

Criteria
Content/Scope: Each world region focuses on animals in the area. The pages deliver the facts about habitats, endangered species, and more.

Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic is a recognized authority in mapping excellence. Their maps have helped spread geographic knowledge to people around the world. Thorough research and attention to detail have created a reliable source for the elementary student. This atlas was created in 2010 making it relevant in an ever-changing world.

Arrangement/Presentation: The Atlas contains many colorful photographs and graphics to grab the students attention while informing them on the animal habitats around the world.

Relation to other works: There are lots of atlases but this one is created for the elementary student with a focus on animal habitats.

Accessibility/Diversity: The atlas contains print, pictures, graphics, and graphs to meet the needs of every learning style.

Cost: $27.90

[Alicia Evans · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has both an informative table of contents and a helpful index, each very detailed and easy for children to follow as they search for specifics. This resource would be best helpful to children wanted to learn as much about animals as possible as they search for this knowledge on their own, without the help of many adults to do so. This source would be an excellent one for writing a report or doing a presentation and children would easily be able to work with the information given throughout the text.

[Tehya Bush]

did not like it.

[Mary Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has something for everyone. Well presented and organized!

[Jennifer J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful and informative. I was captivated and educated. Couldn't put it down.