Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of Physical Geography (5 Volume Set)
With assignments based on geography or a student's ethnic and cultural background as staples in many middle schools today. A new resource devoted to physical geography. Designed specifically for students in grades 5-12, this 5-vol. Set includes information on physical properties and characteristics of nearly 200 countries. Included are approximately 200 alphabetically arranged entries; 200 maps; 450 black-and-white photographs, illustrations, graphs and tables; "Words to Know" section; world rankings; and a general index.
" It argues for a new geography curriculum founded on a set of major concepts that are profoundly relevant to 21st century life. For years, books on 11-18 geography education have focussed on classroom techniques, new pedagogic technologies and alternative modes of student assessment. 'Teaching Geography 11-18' asks not only what geography is for, but bases its answer on a set of key concepts able to sustain an exciting and relevant curriculum.
Designed by leading experts in elementary education, this book offers children a variety of activities that help them understand critical map and geography skills in fun, easy-to-understand lessons.It's the most complete book that offers: * Challenging and motivating activities that guide students from basic to advanced concepts involving map and geography skills *Step-by-step lesson format that models each activity and ensures student success *Full-color, appealing illustrations and activities to motivate elementary learners
The Geography of Tourism and Recreation: Environment, Place and Space
An interesting piece of work, a comprehensive treatise which would be an imminently useful introductory text and reference for undergraduate studies in the Geography-Tourism-Recreation domain, a dynamic study field that is here to stay - for a long time!
