See the world in the pages of this fully revised and updated atlas that brings the Earth to life with state-of-the-art mapping and up-to-date satellite images. Student World Atlas brings an unparalleled insight into the geography of our amazing planet. Learn about Earth's physical structure, oceans, and climate. Hop from one region to another and get familiar with their main industries and economy. Each country in this comprehensive book also has a detailed world fact file that presents key statistical data, where you can find out what languages are spoken, compare the populations between nations, and find out who are the world leaders in certain areas of trade or technology. You can also study the section on map skills to learn how maps are made and become a master at reading them to get the best out of this atlas. Student World Atlas is an essential reference tool and a key addition to every student's library.

This user-friendly reference is the fifth edition of a foundation World Atlas for students 10-14 years old. The reader will gain experience in using and understand both large- and small-scale maps. The exciting design, combined with the latest techniques in computer-generated cartography,will stimulate an interest in both map skills and geography.

2018 Nebraska Book Award The state of Nebraska has a rich and varied culture, from the eastern metropolitan cities of Omaha and Lincoln to the ranches of the western Sand Hills. The first atlas of Nebraska published in over thirty years, this collection chronicles the history of the state with more than three hundred original, full-color maps accompanied by extended explanatory text. Far more than simply the geography of Nebraska, this atlas explores a myriad of subjects from Native Americans to settlement patterns, agricultural ventures to employment, and voting records to crime rates. These detailed and beautifully designed maps convey the significance of the state, capturing the essence of its people and land. This volume promises to be an essential reference tool to enjoy for many years to come.

Created with the middle-school student in mind, Student Atlas, 7th Edition combines excellent reference mapping with imaginative ways of encouraging students to develop map-reading skills. Readers will gain experience in using and understanding both large-and small-scale maps. Innovative design combined with the latest techniques in computer-generated cartography will stimulate students to develop an interest in both map skills and geography.