Looking at Maps and Globes

Rookie Read-About Geography

by Rebecca Olien

Maps and globes provide a variety of important information, from weather patterns to the locations of roads and streets.

Readers (Ages 3-6) will discover the difference between maps and globes. They will also learn how to use different types of maps to find the information they need.

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Library Binding

First published September 1, 2012

About the author

Rebecca Olien was an elementary classroom teacher for 20 years in Wisconsin. She now lives in Oregon where she teaches education courses at Southern Oregon University and is the education program coordinator for Schneider Museum of Art. Rebecca has published many books and articles for both teachers and children.

Reviews

[Ali Book&Seaglasshunter · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nonfiction for young readers with a basic introduction to types and uses for maps and globes. I think it could’ve gone into a tiny bit more detail, maybe also mention GPS which more children are familiar with now (and was pretty common t publishing in 2012).

[Paula · Rating 3 out of 5]

This title is one of the Rookie Read-About Geography series. It is meant for beginning or struggling readers. It explains the importance of maps and incorporates color photographs of different maps: road maps, street maps, world maps, globes and floor plans. It introduces readers to land and water areas on maps and different map features. Back matter includes a picture glossary, index, and publisher’s website. The simple text, large font, and ample white space are ideal for special populations also. It is a good choice for reluctant readers and libraries needing high/low materials. However, the map of Manhattan on page 10 is confusing in that it asks the reader to find the roads and water, but the streets are on a background that is largely blue like the water. These titles can fill a void in the easy nonfiction sections of school libraries.

[Kyra Fowler · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent book to use when teaching students to understand maps and globes.