Oxford First Atlas Activity Book

Book excerpt: The Oxford First Atlas Activity Book develops the atlas skills and reinforces the concepts introduced in the Oxford First Atlas. The Activity Book offers maps and activities to encourage pupils to work independently and to practice and develop their knowledge and understanding of the topicsand themes covered in the atlas. Assessment for Learning support throughout the Activity Book enables teachers and pupils to monitor their progress.The Oxford First Atlas is a brightly illustrated and informative first atlas for young learners in their first years at school. It introduces pupils to key geographical themes and topics, including coasts, rivers, mountains, towns, travel and the environment, and develops early map concepts andatlas skills. It encourages pupils to talk and learn about maps and places.The Oxford First Atlas is also accompanied by the Activity Book for independent work, the Teacher's Handbook for practical page-by-page guidance on using the atlas, and the e-Atlas CD-ROM for whole class display on interactive whiteboard.