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Keys, Legends, and Symbols in Maps
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
384 kr
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Just as maps help us find our way around unfamiliar places, keys and legends help us navigate unfamiliar maps. This helpful volume uses clear, easy-to-follow text to teach kids how to use a map’s legend or key to figure out what the symbols on it mean. It presents commonly used symbols, such as the stars showing capital cities. The book also explains how certain types of maps, such as USGS topographic maps, employ standardized sets of symbols.
Different Kinds of Maps
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
384 kr
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What kind of map would you use to enter the exciting sport of orienteering? How about if you needed to drive from San Diego to San Francisco? Or if you wanted to see which parts of Earth are covered in taiga? This indispensable volume offers lower elementary students an introduction to the most commonly used kinds of maps. It is chock-full of examples of various sorts of maps and offers clear explanations of the advantages of each type.
Scale and Distance in Maps
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
384 kr
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Without a scale, the people reading a map could only hazard a guess as to whether the distance between two points on it is a matter of a few hundred feet or a few hundred miles. This useful book teaches kids how to use a map scale to determine distance, both as the crow flies and based on a particular route. It also discusses working with map grids and using a map to plan a trip.
Latitude, Longitude, and Direction
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
384 kr
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From “Down East” to “Fifty-Four Forty or Fight!” to “Greenwich Mean Time,” there are plenty of common phrases that invoke longitude, latitude, and direction. This immensely useful book covers topics such as compass roses, the history of longitude and latitude, Earth’s time zones, and the relationship between latitude and climate. The book presents longitude, latitude and direction to lower elementary students in a fun, approachable way.
How to Draw a Map
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
384 kr
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Being able to draw a map is a very useful skill and one that can also be a lot of fun. This volume gives young readers plenty of pointers for making their own maps. It offers surveying suggestions and discusses various map types. The book introduces key map elements, such as scales, compass roses, grids, and legends, and explains the purposes they serve. It even touches on professional cartographers and the important job they do.
GPS and Computer Maps
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
381 kr
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In the high-tech world of today, many of the maps we encounter are GPS maps or computer maps. This informative volume explains how the GPS, or Global Positioning System, works. It discusses how and why the system was developed and how various devices use it. It also covers online map systems, such as Google Maps and MapQuest. The book deals with zooming in and out on such maps. It even explores the advantages and disadvantages of computer and GPS maps in comparison to paper maps.
Ferrari
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
229 kr
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Lamborghini
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
252 kr
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Mustang
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
252 kr
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Corvette
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
229 kr
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Alfa Romeo
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
229 kr
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Ferrari
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
422 kr
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Speed and attention to design have defined Ferrari from its earliest days. Readers follow as profiles of the classic Testarossa, as well as more recent models are explored. Readers will also learn about the Ferrari family, Ferrari’s Formula One racing division, and today’s hottest road models.
Lamborghini
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
422 kr
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Since the 1960s, Lamborghini has been associated with making beautifully built, incredibly fast luxury sports cars. Readers will focus on the brand’s notable designs—such as the Diablo’s “scissor doors”—as well as profiling Lamborghini’s latest models.
Mustang
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
422 kr
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In the 1960s, Ford’s Mustang started the trend for pony cars—stylish, but affordable compact sports cars. Today, the Mustang is in its fifth generation and remains one of the world’s most beloved sports cars. This book profiles the cars of each Mustang generation in addition to the race car version—showing the changes the model has undergone over the years, while maintaining its heart as America’s premier pony car.
Corvette
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
422 kr
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The Chevrolet Corvette has been around since the 1950s. It is so well known for its speed and reliability that it is used as an Indy 500 pace car. This volume profiles each of the Corvette’s six generations, which shows the evolution the model has undergone, while remaining at its core one of America’s favorite sports cars.
Alfa Romeo
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2012
422 kr
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The Alfa Romeo company has been building sporty cars for more than a century. This volume profiles its most notable classic models—such as the Spider featured in the movie The Graduate—as well as the latest models on the road today. Color photographs and comparison charts will help readers understand the features of each model as well as appreciate each model’s unique design.
Honey Badgers
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
384 kr
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The dogged determination of the honey badger is amazing. These tough animals almost never back down from a fight. Readers will learn about the honey badger’s normally solitary life, the habitats in which it lives, and how it raises its young. Readers will be fascinated by the ingenious and fearless methods the honey badger uses to get food and defend against predators.
Wolverines
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
381 kr
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Wolverines can be found in the snowy, northern regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. These large members of the weasel family are known for their ferociousness. Readers will learn about the wolverine’s habits and how it is threatened by global warming.
Hyenas
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
384 kr
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Readers are introduced to the spotted hyena, striped hyena, and brown hyena. These fierce animals are known for their impressive, bone-crushing bites. Readers delve into many fascinating hyenas facts. Particular attention is paid to the spotted hyena clans, in which the fight for dominance starts when hyenas are cubs.
Tasmanian Devils
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
384 kr
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Readers will learn how Tasmanian devils got their fear-inducing name and discover topics ranging from the devil’s massive appetite to the role it plays in the ecosystems of Tasmania. Also discussed is Devil Facial Tumor Disease, the contagious cancer that is sweeping through the devil population and putting the animal’s future at risk.
Dingoes
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
384 kr
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Dingoes are one of the iconic animals of Australia. These wild dogs may look like and be related to pet dogs, but they have been known to attack people. Readers will learn about the dingo’s history and habits. They’ll discover how the members of a dingo pack interact and how dingo pups are raised.
Wild Boars
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
380 kr
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These wild members of the pig family are far more dangerous than their farm-bred descendants. When they feel threatened, wild boars will charge at their enemies. They even use their sharp teeth to gore their opponents. Information-packed text about these powerful animals’ habits, habitats, diet, life cycle, and more are outlined for readers.
Jaguar
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Inbunden, Engelska, 2013
604 kr
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Lotus
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
229 kr
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Aston Martin
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
252 kr
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Audi
AvJulia J. Quinlan
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
269 kr
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Lotus
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
422 kr
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British automaker Lotus is known for both its racing models and its street model cars. Readers will compare and contrast these two types of cars through chapters that profile both types. Chapters cover the history of this brand, its most famous models, and take a look at the re-launch of the beloved Esprit model. Young fans will learn more from a stat rundown chart for each profiled model.
Jaguar
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
422 kr
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The sleek and stylish Jaguar has been admired for decades for its luxury as well as its performance. This volume profiles models from throughout the history of this sports-car brand. Color photographs hone in on the design details while exciting text revs up the imagination. Includes a stat chart for each featured model.
Aston Martin
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
422 kr
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The DB 5 was immortalized by James Bond, and Aston Martin’s sports cars have been treasured by high-performance fans ever since. Readers will learn about this company’s storied history, sports cars, and what aspects make a sports car a super car. The automaker’s best-loved models, as well as the growing development of more compact city cars are covered in accessible text. Young gear-heads will love the stat boxes provided for each model.
Maserati
AvJulia J. Quinlan
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
422 kr
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Maserati built its reputation on creating high-performing and elegant cars. Readers will learn the history behind these renowned Italian sports cars and will gain an understanding of the elements that make sports cars perform. Profiles include models ranging from the historic 3500 GT of the 1950s to today’s grand tourers. Stat boxes present each featured model''s impressive numbers.

Julia J. Quinlan – författare

Keys, Legends, and Symbols in Maps

Different Kinds of Maps

Scale and Distance in Maps

Latitude, Longitude, and Direction

How to Draw a Map

GPS and Computer Maps

Ferrari

Lamborghini

Mustang

Corvette

Alfa Romeo

Ferrari

Lamborghini

Mustang

Corvette

Alfa Romeo

Honey Badgers

Wolverines

Hyenas

Tasmanian Devils

Dingoes

Wild Boars

Jaguar

Lotus

Aston Martin

Audi

Lotus

Jaguar

Aston Martin

Maserati