In this book, David Sobel explains how mapmaking has relevance across the curriculum.

Discusses various aspects of maps including direction, distance, symbols, latitude, and longitude, how maps are made, special purpose maps, and charts.

Presents a collection of essays combining anecdotal and theoretical insights into environmental ethics and human ecology to help foster environmentally responsi

Discusses the main components of maps, and describes how maps are made and the various types of maps.

An examination of the secret world of children that shows how important special places are to a child's development.