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<b>School Atlas Years 7 - 12</b></p> <p> The <b><i>Jacaranda School Atlas </i></b>has been part of Australian classrooms since 1969. Each successive edition has established the benchmark in atlas publishing. The <b><i>Sixth Edition </i></b>of this school atlas<b><i> </i></b>continues that evolutionary process, drawing on an experienced team of writers, educational advisers, researchers, artists, designers, compositors, cartographers and cartographic editors to deliver a state-of-the-art education resource. Innovative cartographic techniques, graphics and satellite imagery provide engaging, up-to-date material for students to work with.</p> <p> <b>Atlas Features</b></p> <ul> <li>New thematic maps and purpose-drawn topographic maps cover a wide range of topics and themes.</li> <li>Case studies of important events, issues and features from Australia and the world allow students to explore geographical themes in depth.</li> <li>A 28-page skills section with activities explains geospatial skills and concepts.</li> </ul> <p> <b>CD-ROM Features</b></p> <ul> <li>An interactive atlas of the world with search facilities for over 10 000 locations, plus scale and mapmaker tools, enables students to study geographical patters.</li> <li>Virtual Fieldwork modules are designed to involve students in interactive fieldwork sites around the globe.</li> </ul> <p> <b>Website Features</b></p> <p> http://www.jaconline.com.au/jacarandaatlas</p> <p> Connecting to the feature website gives instant access to a range of support materials including:</p> <ul> <li>Mapmasters and worksheets</li> <li>Atlas games</li> <li>Statistical updates</li> <li>Downloads of additional worksheets</li> </ul> <p> The <b><i>Jacaranda School Atlas Sixth Edition</i></b> represents the pinnacle of achievement in atlas publishing. This excellence is part of a heritage in which every Australian geography student can share.</p>