Description Understanding maps are an early elementary skill that captures the imaginations of young learners and encourages them to use their knowledge in their community. One of the primary map skills is one that learners can practice in their daily lives: the application of the concepts of the cardinal directions of north, south, east, and west. This brightly designed book is a perfect way to introduce these essential terms to budding readers. Accessible sentences and complementary photographs aid in reading comprehension and vocabulary acquisition.