1. Atlas

2. Definition An atlas is a collection of maps in an easy-to-use format.
Maps usually include a gazetteer, which is an alphabetical listing of maps and their pronunciation.
Definition

3. In Greek mythology, Atlas, who was the son of Titan, was punished by Zeus and made to bear the weight of the heavens on his back. At one point, he tried to trick Heracles to hold up the heavens, but Heracles tricked him and Atlas was left to carry the heavens forever.
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4. Road Atlas World Atlas Historic Atlas Reference Atlas Children’s Atlas
Types

5. A road atlas will tell you about roads and freeways in different cities and states.

6. A world atlas will give you information about all of the countries in the world.

7. Historic This atlas will give you information about places in history.
France 1453

8. Ancient Map of Israel

10. 1539

11. A reference atlas will give you information about facts around the world.

12. Precipitation

13. Time Zones

14. Religion

17. Children’s atlases present the same information, but the information is geared for children.
Usually they are more colorful and filled with fun facts.
Children’s

22. Questions? When would you use an atlas? Why would you use an atlas?
Where in the library would you find an atlas?
Questions?

23. An atlas is a book of maps… any kind of maps for any type of purpose.
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