National Geographic Visual Encyclopedia of Earth
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| Rating | : | 4.50 (615 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1426303661 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-09-13 |
| Language | : | English |
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Great Illustrations I wanted a book that would generate interest in Geography for my primary and pre-school children. I was not disappointed in purchasing this book. The illustrations are not only clear and colorful but also present geographical concepts like spreading seas and the water cycle at a glance (for parents to clarify). The book opens a new world for my kids who are fascinated by the colourful images of what the earth, oceanic & coastal regions, and various climatic zon. Jeanne Mifflin said Must-Have Reference Book. This book provides a great overview (plus pertinent detail) of basic concepts with easy to decipher accompanying illustrations. It's a must-have reference to keep on hand.. "Comprehensive & Stunning for My Fellow Geeks" according to Peanut's Mommy. Parents, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children can all benefit from this comprehensive book. It includes an overview of everything you'd want to know about our planet with stunning pictures to accompany the text. We have used it over and over again to explore and discover. Of the hundreds of children's books in our family's library, this is easily in the Top 20 Most Essential for education.
He is editor of the Oxford dictionaries of Earth Sciences, Ecology, Plant Sciences, and Zoology. In 2001 he won the Junior Prize of the Aventis Prizes for Science Books. Michael Allaby is an internationally recognized authority on geography and environmental science, with a special interest in weather and climate. . He has written or edited nearly 100 books on topic
This is the single-volume reference every forward-looking library should include, sure to foster the next generation’s sense of connectedness with our world and to inspire the ecologists and scientists of tomorrow.Written by renowned international authority Michael Allaby, this lively encyclopedia gives kids a rock-solid foundation, reveals the latest research on fragile ecosystems and climate shift, and engages young readers with riveting information, eye-catching illustrations, and, of course, peerless National Geographic photography.How do twisters form? What makes lightening strike? Why are tropical rain forests the lungs of our planet? Cur
About the Author Michael Allaby is an internationally recognized authority on geography and environmental science, with a special interest in weather and climate. . He is editor of the Oxford dictionaries of Earth Sciences, Ecology, Plant Sciences, and Zoology. He has written or edited nearly 100 books on topics such as the distribution of plants and animals, as well as dangerous weather. In 2001 he won the Junior Prize of the Aventis Prizes for Science Books