An introduction to maps, geography, and ecological regions accompanies maps with small pictures of characteristic people, places, animals, and things, and the locations of the capitals of the countries of the world.

Explains how to identify and use many different types of maps, as well as how mapmaking technology has changed and improved throughout history.

World War II: Europe describes the European and North African theaters of the horrific conflict that was loosed upon the world as a result of the actions and alliances of an aggressive Germany under the Nazi leadership of the charismatic but evil Adolph Hitler.

A child describes how her room, her house, her town, her state, and her country become part of a map of her world.

The Korean War describes the conflict between communist North Korea and U.S.-supported South Korea for control of the Korean peninsula.

The Hammond Atlas of World Religions presents a comprehensive, visually engaging and chronologically accurate assessment of religion throughout recorded human history. Because the subject is vast and complex, the book is structured in two parts. The first moves chronologically from 4,000 BC to present day, giving an overview of geo-religious change through time. The second part details each of the major religions from their inception through their...

Discusses how to read a map, how to use a map legend, and how the internet has made using maps easier.