The Peters Projection: A More Equitable View To address the size distortions of the Mercator projection, the Peters projection (also known as the Gall-Peters projection) was introduced. This map maintains accurate relative landmass sizes but sacrifices shape accuracy, making some continents appear stretched. It provides a more equitable representation, especially...
Unraveling the World: The Fascinating Science of Map Projections (Part 2)
The Curious Geographer 120/2/25
Explore the World with the 15CM Educational Globe & Puzzle Set! 🌍🧩
The Curious Geographer 117/2/25
Explore the World with the 15CM Educational Globe & Puzzle Set! 🌍🧩 Does your child love animals and adventure? With the 15CM Educational Globe with 100-Piece Puzzle, learning about the world has never been this exciting! 🌎 A Hands-On Journey Around the World This amazing globe isn’t just for looking—it’s...
JAGUARS IN RAINFOREST
The Curious Geographer 113/2/25
Jaguars are the 4th largest cat in the world, and have one of the strongest biteforce out of all cats. They live in the Amazon rainforest. The Amazon Rainforest is known as the largest tropical rainforest in the world. 1. Habitat The environment where jaguars live, is hot,...
The Origins of Continent Names
The Curious Geographer 110/2/25
The names of the world’s continents have fascinating origins, rooted in history, mythology, and geography. Here’s a look at where these names come from: Africa The name "Africa" is believed to have originated from the Latin word Afri, used by the Romans to describe the Berber people of North Africa....
The Mesmerising Magic of China’s Dragon Dance
The Curious Geographer 1 6/2/25
In the heart of Chinese festivals, a magnificent creature comes to life—the Dragon Dance, a breathtaking spectacle of colour, rhythm, and tradition. With its sinuous body weaving through the streets, the dragon—often stretching over 30 metres—moves in perfect harmony with the beating of drums and the clash of cymbals. Steeped...