Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Using a Globe to Learn about the World

Classrooms around the country are filled with items used for teaching. Although every class is somewhat
unique, the one object found virtually everywhere is the globe. While some students might not have much interest about the world, others see the globe as a magical ball. This simple sphere captures the imagination and inspires students to become future world travelers. Students who have an interest in geography or travel could learn amazing things about every continent and country simply by studying the globe.

Of course, globes can also be purchased for home use. For years, there were only a few types of globes to choose from but in addition to the traditional desk or table globe styles, you can choose many others to include the following:

o    Artisan Wood Globe
o    Embellished Globe
o    Floor Globe
o    Inflating Globe
o    Illuminated Globe
o    Levitating Globe
o    Raised Relief Globe

The bottom line is that if you have a child who wants to learn more about the world, a globe is a much more exciting way to explore than scanning pages in a book. Today, many children have expressed interest in learning about different world destinations so we wanted to offer a brief overview of some of the globes that you might think about buying. In fact, with Christmas just around the corner, this would make an excellent gift idea.

Types of Children’s Globes

A quality child’s globe can be purchased for $100 or less although there are some with a higher price tag. Considering the level of education and hours of fun a globe offers this is a worthwhile investment. Examples of popular globes for children include those listed below:

o    9” globe with stand (13 inches high in total) – This unique antique ocean world design is educational and comes with a price tag around $65

o    10” globe with stand (12 inches high in total) – The globe features more than 100 drawings of people, as well as animals and landmarks for around $70

o    12” globe with stand (17 inches high in total) - Designed as a pioneer colorful and educational world globe complete with full meridian, this can be purchased for about $60

o    12” globe with stand (16 inches high in total) – Perfect for someone interested in world adventures and a low price of just $60

o    12” globe with stand (16 inches high in total) – This educational globe has been deemed “The Explorer” with 4,000 titles and it sells for around $65

o    12” globe with stand (16 inches high in total) – The globe sits nicely on a desktop, lights up, and sells for about $90

o    12” globe with stand (18.5 inches high in total) – Attractive and interactive talking globe with a cost of $135

Additional Globe Options

The globes mentioned above are just some of the many designs made specifically for children but there are others you could consider. Now, if you have an older child, there are more advanced globes as well. Keep in mind the examples provided below are more expensive but for someone in high school or even college, they would be ideal.

o    12” globe with beautiful angled wood stand (22 inches high in total) – The stand is part of the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection and the price for this globe is $380 on average

o    13” globe with brass-plated stand and meridian (19 inches high in total) – Magnificently inlaid with more than 25 unique semi-precious gemstones hand-carved into the shapes of countries and continents, comes with a built-in compass, and has a price tag around $360

o    12” globe on a black hardwood and chrome stand (18 inches high in total) - Amazing black and gray contemporary style globe that is extremely sophisticated yet fully functional, and sells for about $175

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