My World from Above Level 12-14

In My World from Above, a young narrator guides readers on a journey from his house to the wider world, using simple maps to represent neighbourhood, city, state, and country. With a clear focus on spatial thinking, this non-fiction title uses captions, arrows, and labels to show how maps provide different perspectives. The repetitive sentence structures, such as œThis is my¦, support early reading development, while initial consonant blends and contractions build phonemic awareness. Glossary terms and map symbols are introduced gradually, helping students become more confident readers of visual and textual information. As an extension of Discovering My World (pages 10-11), this book helps students develop a sense of place and identity in their broader environment. It encourages both map literacy and self-awareness in geography.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports understanding of spatial relationships and location terms
• Develops early mapping skills and reading of visual features
• Reinforces phonics with blends and contractions
• Encourages connection between personal experiences and broader geography

Classroom Ideas:

• Create a personalised map booklet from students' homes to their country
• Use aerial photos to identify landmarks and compare them with maps
• Practise giving and following directions using classroom layouts
• Explore globe and map differences through discussion and drawing

Safety & Information:

• Ages: 6-8
• Book size: 150mm x 210mm
• Ideal for literacy-geography integration
• Printed with non-toxic inks and durable finishes