On the Map

by ABDO Publishing Company

Overview

This series discusses the basic branches of cartography, from surveying and mapmaking to satellite imaging and GPS and GIS technologies, as well as the history of mapmaking. Readers will also become familiar with where map data comes from, the variety of maps available today, the purposes they serve, and the people who make them. In addition, they will learn techniques for reading and creating their own maps.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781599289472
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing Company
Publication date:	01/01/2008
Series:	On the Map Series , #6
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 8.10(h) x 1.90(d)
Age Range:	9 - 10 Years