Follows an 'area' spread-by-spread approach, describing first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, North and South America, then finally the Arctic and Antarctica. This atlas includes an index to the maps and an illustrated glossary.

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"Philip's Infant School Atlas" follows an 'area' spread-by-spread approach, describing first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, North and South America, then finally the Arctic and Antarctica. An index to the maps plus an illustrated glossary complete the atlas. Clear, simple and accurate maps are combined with fascinating photographs and facts about the continents, countries and regions of the world to provide essential geographical information for young children.Guidance is given at the beginning of the atlas on how to use the maps - 'Understanding Maps' - encouraging the early development of map skills and knowledge of the world. Each colourful spread is illustrated with fascinating full-colour photographs and packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps and simple quiz questions. "Philip's Infant School Atlas" is both fun to use and easy to understand. The text is simple and uncomplicated, and will encourage early reading skills to develop in the children.