YEARS 7 - 12 The Jacaranda Atlas has been part of Australian classrooms since 1969. Each successive edition has established the benchmark in atlas publishing. The Sixth Edition 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. THE ATLAS *New thematic maps and purpose-drawn topographic maps cover a wide range of topics and themes. *Case studies of important events, issues and features from Australia and the world allow students to explore geographical themes in depth. *A 28-page skills section with activities explains geospatial skills and concepts. THE CD-ROM *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. *Virtual Fieldwork modules are designed to involve students in interactive fieldwork sites around the globe. THE WEBSITE http://www.jaconline.com.au/jacarandaatlas Connecting to the feature website gives instant access to a range of support materials including: *Mapmasters and worksheets *Atlas games *Statistical updates *Downloads of additional worksheets The Jacaranda Atlas Sixth Edition represents the pinnacle of achievement in atlas publishing.
This excellence is part of a heritage in which every Australian geography student can share. | 
