Maps and Navigation

by Tim Cooke

Book Overview

Ancient navigators plotted their courses by reference to the position of the Sun or the stars. This book traces the fascinating development of pathfinding techniques, from these early beginnings to modern radar and global positioning satellites.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433935090
• ISBN13: 9781433935091
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.7" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 11 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 8