Discover and Do

DISCOVER the facts and DO the activities in this fun geography book all about marvellous maps!<BR><BR>Discover and Do! Geography is the perfect introduction to geography for readers aged 7 and up who enjoy getting creative. Each book looks at core geography topics and brings them to life through a lively combination of experiments, craft activities and quizzes. <BR><BR>Discover & Do! Maps 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>Contents of Discover & Do! Maps:<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>Titles in the series:<BR>By the Sea<BR>Caring for Our Earth<BR>Maps<BR>Mountains<BR>Rivers<BR>Weather