How to Select a Globe for Children
Children are inquisitive about their environment, and they view their world from a unique perspective. What better way to enhance this curiosity than to select a globe just for them? A globe is a three-dimensional, spherical model of the earth. A children's globe is an ideal tool to facilitate children's curiosity about far-away places, as well as entice them to learn how and where other people live. Familiarizing yourself with the various types of globes for children will make the selection process much easier.
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Tips for Selecting a Children's Globe
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Find out what your child is learning about geography and other related subjects in school by talking to his teacher.
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Talk to your child about her interest in the world and geography to get a sense of what type of globe may be most beneficial.
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Talk to your child about the kinds of activities or games he enjoys when learning geography.
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Determine how much you want to spend on your educational globe.
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Select the globe that is appropriate for your child's grade level and age.
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Expose your child to the globe before purchasing to make sure it attracts and keeps her interest.
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Tips & Warnings
The type of globe you select will depend largely on what the child wants to learn. For example, at 1-World Globes there are globes that show children seasonal changes and others that show animals of the world (see Resources below).
Some globes are interactive in that they tell populations and names of countries, time zones, currencies and other facts.
Log on to websites like NexTag that allow you to compare many globes at the same time for pricing and product features (see Resources below).
Look for a globe that is colorful enough to help younger children distinguish countries, while at the same time detailed enough to encourage learning in older children.
Ensure that your child's globe is made with the highest safety standards in mind, as with any other teaching game or toy.
Do not assume an interactive type of globe is the best option. Some children may be too young to appreciate some of the more sophisticated features on this type of product.
