Great first map for curious tots

I bought this map for my 2 year old, as she loves it when I show her places we have been on holiday, or where family members live abroad. It's a great size and not overly cluttered with place names etc. The poster has a wipe clean surface, but is not sealed on the edges or rigid like laminate, so it can crease easily unless you tape it securely to a wall or other flat surface. <br /><br />I found the map a bit curly even though it was posted in a nice wide tube, so decided to pop it into a cheap frame. However the poster is not of a standard size, so I had to trim it slightly to fit it within a cheap pre-made frame, or face paying out for an expensive custom made one. I've managed to keep Hawaii and New Zealand on the map, but a few lesser known islands and parts of the latitude titles (e.g. Tropic of Cancer, Arctic Circle, Equator etc.) are slightly out of view.<br /><br />Otherwise this map is a bargain and good fun for kids.

Usborne Sticker Atlas of the world

My son really enjoyed this book. It captured his imagination and we have had lots of interesting chats about different countries and cultures around the world. Excellent for participation and goes really well with associated books on flags and geography.<br /><br />Andrew McCulloch and Douglas (5)

Collins World Map 2010

I purchased this map to replace the 2001 Collins world map and although this review is short comparison between the two, I do hope that some of the information supplied will be of some use.<br /><br />The dimensions are as follows (give or take a few mm): <br />2010 edition: Total size - 990mm(h) x 1345mm(w). Size of main map only 810mm(h) x 1320mm(w). 2001 edition: Total size - 1000mm(h) x 1500mm(w). Size of main map 920mm(h) x 1470mm(w)<br /><br />The main difference between the two maps (apart from the appearance of new countries) is that the 2010 edition has added basic country data (area in sq.miles/kms, population size, national currency, capital city and website address(es)) underneath the main map. This, in turn, has meant that the main map occupies a smaller area than the 2001 edition. The 2010 edition also has a couple of small circular maps showing the north and south polar regions.<br /><br />The colour scheme has also changed. Whereas the 2010 edition is quite multi-coloured, the 2001 edition on the otherhand, uses various hues of a single colour for each continent. So, for example, African countries alternated between different hues of dark/light orange, European countries were dark/light purple and North/Central America and Caribbean countries were allocated dark/light pink.<br /><br />Unlike the 2001 edition, the 2010 edition has added some land/sea physical relief. However, the combination of the relief and darker colour hues (compared to the 2001 edition) has meant that some places names can be a little hard to read, especially where the place names are located on or near moutainous regions.<br /><br />So, to conclude, apart from the fact that some place names maybe a little hard to read (for the reason(s) stated previously), I certainly haven't regretted my purchase and I give the 2010 edition a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Collins World Atlas

I find this map very very interesting. It's give information about all world including language currency religion etc..

Excellant

A very good school atlas, clearly written and easy to understand, with excellant keys and good scale maps. A very good"all rounder"

The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2010

This is probably the best book I have ever bought. Having just come back from Florida,I can honestly say I couldn't have done without this book. The tips were great and having all the information about the parks and rides made every trip out easy to plan. The tour plans at the back of the book were the best. I followed the tour plans which were set out which meant we got to do all the most popular rides without having to queue too long. I highly recommend this book to anyone vising Disney World in Florida.

Good Value

I brought this map for use with my Rainbow unit aged 5 to 7 years. It was very clear detailed all the countries so they could find the places we were looking for. I was very pleased that it was laminated as we will certainly have a lot of use for it. Very pleased with the map and the quickness of the delivery.

Collins School World Atlas

A very in-depth informative book. I brought it for my son but ending up reading/reviewing the atlas myself.<br /><br />A good buy.<br />

Atlas review

I did some research on-line before buying the big Times Atlas, and it seems to be the best available. It's a huge book, inside a protective sleeve. The maps are very attractive, and the index quite astonishing (200,000 items). It's a nice 'thing' to have, but since it arrived a few weeks ago I've only opened it a few times. Whereas I use Google Earth almost daily. Perhaps they aren't 100% comparable - but I could live without the Atlas. I'd really miss Google Earth if I couldn't use it.

Collins World Atlas

This is an excellent book with lots of information but I was disappointed that it doesn't show the Gili Islands, Indonesia

Times atlas of the World - but which to buy?

There is a whole host of books called"Times atlas of the world", and I was terminally confused. Until I did a bit of homework, and came up with the following: (all prices quoted from Amazon, August 2008) <br /><br />The biggest is called COMPREHENSIVE, costs £75 , is 47x32 cm, has 125 map plates (not pages, as most spread over 2 pages) and a 217-page index. <br /><br />The next is the CONCISE, costs £37, is 37x27 cm, has 105 plates on 198 map pages, and a 140-page index to 130,000 names. And 32 city maps, which is something the biggest lacks! <br /><br />The next is the UNIVERSAL, costs £ 33, is 32x27 cm, has 170 pages of maps (not plates - probably 90 plates), an index to 50,000 names, and 32 city maps. <br /><br />The next is the REFERENCE, costs £19, has 104 pages of maps (not plates - probably 60 plates), an index to 45,000 names, and 46 city maps. <br /><br />The next is DESKTOP, costs £ 11, 25x19 cm; <br />then the COMPACT, costs £ 7, 21x15 cm; <br />then the MINI, costs £ 5, 15x11 cm. <br /><br />Are those names logical, or what? I don't think so - but I hope this little guide helps. I got myself the CONCISE (that is, number two) and am well-pleased. Beautiful clear mapping, and it just fits into the bookcase; the largest one is very beautiful, but will have to live permanently on some large, weight-bearing surface!

Wonderful!

My father-in-law lives in America and was desperate for an atlas for his teenage son. I ordered this and it is a great hit - has absolutely everything F-i-l wanted. I noticed yesterday a huge pile of these in my sons school so they must be fabulous.

lovely poster map

Got this for my son James who is six. Wasn't sure if he'd be interested or not but to my surprise he totally loved it. We go through a mini world tour just before he goes to sleep every night. The map is colourful, not too complicated or cluttered and easy to put up. Stickers are good too.

Wonderfully colourful map for all ages

I love this map. It's colourful, huge, interesting, and fun not only to give to kids but to look at yourself. Wrapping for Christmas, and I know my 7 year old will love this!

Pin Board World Map

This world map is great. It arrived within less than 2 days of my ordering it! It is really clear and easy to read so it is great for pinning on all the countries you would like to visit! I would definitely recommend.

An inspiring atlas for kids (and adults)

This is quite different from the atlases I came accross as a child. Inside the front cover is the only picture with all the world countries on it, with the pacific ocean at the centre and Europe over to the far west side. On the back page is a spread of all the flags of the different countries of the world.<br />The text starts with a bit about the solar system and where earth fits in and then looks at climate and population. The main section is then maps of different regions. For example, for North America, there is a double page with a satellite view of North America. This is followed by double pages of Western Canada and Alaska, Eastern Canada,USA Northeast, USA South, USA Midwest, USA Southwest, Mexico. On each of these pages there is a map in the middle with cities, borders, roads etc marked on it. Around the edge are photos of people, animals, buildings with accompanying text to give a flavour of that part of the world.<br />I think the pictures will appeal to a pre-literate child, while the text will give older children a lot to learn about. Each page has a"Did you know" section with interesting facts. This book will appeal to my children for many years.

superb service

Ordered from the Netherlands, chosen the"slow" delivery, and received after 3 days. Great service and I enjoy my Atlas. Piet

very good maps

these maps are a very nice size and are very clear. would recommend as a good set for anyone