Geography Homeschool Curriculum

The Historical Atlas of the World presents important periods and turning points in 5,000 years of world history in over 100 pages of thematic maps.

Atlas features:

2015 copyright "€" updated to include recent world events like the Arab Spring & changes in U.S. relations with Cuba

Presents major periods of world history through more than 100 bold, colorful maps

Thematic maps include literacy, languages, religions, and more

Includes a section on benefits of using the atlas

112 pages, paperback, 8" x 10"

Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of South America! The 7 Continents: South America helps students learn about South America through fun reading and writing activities. Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics: Section 1: South America in the World Introduces students to the location of South America in the world. South America's Relative Location South America's Hemispheres South America's Absolute Location Using a Projection Map Section 2: Political Divisions of South America Introduces students to the three regions and 12 countries of South America. Population of South America Countries of South America Largest Countries by Area Largest Countries by Population Western South America Population of Western South America Northern South America Population of Northern South America Eastern South America Population of Eastern South America Capital Cities of South America Section 3: Physical Features of South America Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of South America. South America's Landscape Andes Mountains Highlands of South America Plains of South America Amazon Rainforest Atacama Desert Tierra del Fuego South America's Bodies of Water Amazon River Lake Titicaca Angel Falls Section 4: Valuable Resources of South America Students learn about the various natural resources of South America. Oil in Venezuela Itaipu Dam Mining Metals Agriculture Cattle Llamas and Alpacas Rainforest Resources Amazon Rainforest Wildlife Galapagos Islands Wildlife Section 5: South American Culture Introduces students to the architecture, art, beliefs, and traditions of South American people. Tourist Attractions Arts and Entertainment Religions of South America Native Cultures South American Cuisine Celebrations

Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Australia and Oceania! The 7 Continents: Australia and Oceania helps students learn about Australia and Oceania through engaging reading and writing activities. Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics: Section 1: Australia and Oceania in the World Introduces students to the location of Australia and Oceania in the world. Australia and Oceania's Relative Location Australia and Oceania's Hemispheres Australia and Oceania's Absolute Location Using a Projection Map Section 2: Political Divisions of Australia and Oceania Introduces students to the four regions and 14 countries of Australia and Oceania. Population of Australia and Oceania Countries of Australia and Oceania Largest Countries by Area Smallest Countries by Area Largest Countries by Population Dependent Territories Australia Melanesia Micronesia Polynesia Capital Cities Section 3: Physical Features of Australia and Oceania Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of Australia and Oceania. Landscape of Australia and Oceania Deserts of Australia Ayers Rock The Great Barrier Reef Islands of Oceania Mountain Ranges Rainforests Bodies of Water New Zealand's Fjords Australia's Lakes Australia's Rivers Section 4: Valuable Resources of Australia and Oceania Students learn about the various natural resources of Australia and Oceania. Coal in Australia Hydroelectricity in New Zealand Mining Metals and Minerals Agriculture in Australia Sheep Farming Fishing in Oceania Oceania Tourism Unique Wildlife Section 5: Australia and Oceanian Culture Introduces students to the beliefs and traditions of the people of Australia and Oceania. Tourist Attractions Arts and Entertainment Major Religions Native Cultures Cuisine Celebrations

Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Africa! The 7 Continents: Africa helps students learn about Africa through engaging reading and writing activities. Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics: Section 1: Africa in the World Introduces students to the location of Africa in the world. Africa's Relative Location Africa's Hemispheres Africa's Absolute Location Using a Projection Map Section 2: Political Divisions of Africa Introduces students to the five regions and 53 countries of Africa. Population of Africa Countries of Africa Largest Countries by Area Smallest Countries by Area Largest Countries by Population Northern Africa Western Africa Central Africa Eastern Africa Southern Africa Largest Cities of Africa Section 3: Physical Features of Africa Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of Africa. Africa's Natural Landscape Mount Kilimanjaro Great Rift Valley Africa's Deserts African Savanna Africa's Rainforests Madagascar Africa's Bodies of Water Africa's Lakes Major Rivers of Africa Amazing Waterfalls of Africa Section 4: Valuable Resources of Africa Students learn about the various natural resources of Africa. Oil Production in Africa Mining for Gold and Diamonds Farming in Africa Sharing the Nile River Cacao and Coffee African Safaris The Great Migration Africa's Desert Animals Rainforest Animals Section 5: African Culture Introduces students to the wide variety of traditional African cultures. Tourist Attractions Arts and Crafts Three African Fabrics Music and Dance Languages of Africa Major Religions of Africa African Cuisines

Skills Sharpeners: Geography engages your child in exploring the world while learning important map skills and geography concepts. The cross-curricular activities integrate the most current geography standards. Each geography topic includes nonfiction reading selections, comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, writing prompts, and authentic activities that bring the concepts to life. These activities invite your child to be creative while using higher-order thinking skills. Includes answer key. The kindergarten title incorporates geography concepts and themes into basic skill practice and includes hands-on activities and art projects. Kindergarten activities include: - Counting - Vocabulary - Writing - Patterns - Comparing Activities incorporate geography concepts such as: - Map skills - Landforms and bodies of water - Continents and Oceans - Habitats

"As I've traveled our great country, I have been struck again and again by its beauty and variety and reminded of how rich our history is. Travel a few miles in any direction, and you'll encounter an amazing story that helps explain all the multitude of ways our country came to be." -- Lynne Cheney

Lynne Cheney and Robin Preiss Glasser, creators of the bestselling America: A Patriotic Primer and A is for Abigail: An Almanac of Amazing American Women, take you on an unforgettable tour of America -- from the Everglades of Florida to the grasslands of Kentucky to the Sierra Mountains of California.

Listening to her grandchildren's enthusiastic account of all they saw and did on a family road trip inspired Lynne Cheney to collaborate with Robin Preiss Glasser and create Our 50 States -- the greatest family vacation imaginable. Pack your bags and celebrate our diverse heritage state by state and sea to shining sea in this treasure trove of America's people, places, and history.

A scholar of American history, Mrs. Cheney has drawn on a lifetime of study and travel for Our 50 States. Robin Preiss Glasser has brought her inimitable wit and exuberance to every illustration. Together they have created a joyful book that reminds us how fortunate we are to call America our home.

Over 300 teaching strategies and activities help students learn about each of our nation's 50 states.