Geography question about Bigger w/extensions

[sted]

Can someone tell me if the Geography portion of Bigger is 'enough' (I know that's a subjective term) for an older child doing Bigger with Extensions?

Thanks,
Shannon

[WigglesMom]

How old would the child be and how much geography have they already been exposed to before Bigger?
Val

[sted]

She's 10 and not much "formal" geography. We are doing A Child's Geography Vol. 1 which isn't really alot of mapping.

Thanks,
Shannon

[WigglesMom]

I have just began BHFHG with my 8 (almost 9) yr old 4th grader. We are also using the extensions. I love the way the geography is done and I was so excited for an excuse to buy a globe . BTW, Books a Million has a 12 inch wood globe for $29.99 (excellent deal). We used a map at first, but I think a globe is essential. I think it is going to be a great year and more geography than my dd would have had in 4th grade public school. It seems very thorough and done in a manner to ease the child into becoming familiar with maps and globes. Looking ahead, I know my dd will be very familiar with the globe and have plenty of practice mapping. I feel it is plenty for a 4th or 5th grader even.
Val

[sted]

Thanks, Val,

Shannon