Learning about America is an exciting adventure with the updated fourth edition of this atlas specially created for children by the map experts at National Geographic. It's a big country, and the cartographic experts at National Geographic want youngsters to have the engaging tools they need to explore and understand it. This fully revised and updated United States atlas features large, vibrant maps custom designed for children, along with bright, bold photographs and lively text that bring the nation's people, places, and natural wonders to life. Featuring: Empowering instructions for how to read and understand mapsColorful physical and political United States maps 50 state maps designed to make it easy to find towns, cities, and physical features such as mountains, rivers, and lakesLively essays highlighting each state's unique character and strengths Regional maps that provide a broad context for each state's locationA feature on United States territories More than 200 colorful photographs United States facts at a glance, such as the largest cities, the highest mountain, and the largest states by areaAnd more!