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K-Gr 5—Based on the Barefoot Books World Atlas (Barefoot Books, 2011), this stunning title takes full advantage of the iPad's interactive capabilities. Upon opening the application, an illustrated, 3-D globe appears. Mountains, oceans, lakes, and forests are painted onto the Earth's surface in a range of bright colors. A swipe to the screen spins and tilts the globe, with a pinch and a pull, viewers zoom in for a closer look.Children won't be able to resist tapping the colorful animated images that rise above the landmasses and ocean surfaces as they circle the planet. The illustrations represent various aspects of an area or country (wildlife, landmarks, recreation, transportation, etc.). A jeep bounces over the Malawian landscape, tundra swans fly above the Arctic, and children kick a socce...Log In or Sign Up to Read More