National Geographic Society (U. S.)
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English
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The fifth and latest edition of National Geographic Guide to Scenic Highways and Byways provides more than 300 possibilities for spectacular getaways in your local area and throughout the 50 states. Whether you're looking for a short day trip close to home or a several-weeks-long vacation, you'll find a host of ideas in this beautifully illustrated, detail-packed book, which celebrates America's regional diversity, rich history, and jaw-dropping splendor....
5) Bird guide of North America: the best birding book for kids from National Geographic's bird experts
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
As the attacks and violence between the US forces and the Taliban are at an all-time high at the end of the war in Afghanistan, National Geographic follows three Air Forces units of elite pararescuemen as they fly day and night, and in any conditions, to protect the 35,000-plus people who call Bagram Air Base home.
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"It takes audiences into the secret wilds of China to reveal the beauty of its hidden kingdoms. With unique access to locations across the country, viewers go on a journey through these magical realms, exploring five very different worlds. "Stars" of these kingdoms include iconic and charismatic animals, sharing their worlds with other fascinating creatures."
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Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
New England anglers steam South to the Outer Banks of North Carolina for the winter bluefin tuna season. They will face new challenges, including harsh weather and a new set of competing fishermen with their own Southern charms and tactics. They must compete with each other, large conglomerates and the fish themselves to make ends meet.
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Sink your chompers into these wild facts: Great white sharks can detect a single drop of blood in the water from one-third of a mile away, Fossilized dino poop has been found with ancient shark bites in it, Ninja lantern sharks glow in the dark. They're all weird, and they're all true. And there's A LOT more where that came from! From bizarre creatures in the ocean today to gigantic prehistoric sharks and even some pop culture shark weirdness, this...
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Discover Earth's strangest natural wonders, animals, festivals, ancient architecture, news, and more in this annual compendium of everything Weird But True! fans love...and then some. Readers will journey across the seven continents, dive into the ocean,and even blast off into space to discover a whole wide world of weird. From volcano-surfing in Nicaragua to a beach in Japan where the "sand" is shaped like stars to extreme ironing competitions in...
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Publisher
Teaching Company
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In this collection of 24 lectures (30 min. each), Joel Sartore lectures on the basics of operating a camera, the elements of a photograph and composition and lighting, as well as analyzing real-life photo opportunities and selecting and preparing photographs for photographic essays.
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Whether you like mammals, aquatic creatures, insects, birds, amphibians, or reptiles, this browsable book contains kids' favorite animals that would ALL be contenders for the grand prize in a cute competition. Big photos pair with upbeat descriptions that highlight each critter's crazy cool skills and unique behaviors. This adorable book showcases popular animals such as hedgehogs and pandas as well as unusual species such as tapirs, kakapos, and...
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Whether silently slicing through the water or jumping through the air like acrobats, sharks are fierce and mysterious, powerful and bold. These 12 true stories are sure to make a splash as you read about baby sharks, surprising shark friendships, and daring shark rescues. Meet great whites, hammerheads, and other shark favorites as you dive with National Geographic Explorers. Then discover weird-but-true species that glow in the dark, have teeth on...
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Meet great white sharks and Gila monsters, piranhas and peregrine falcons, Tasmanian devils and tarantulas, and tons of the world's most lethal creatures. Learn about their habitats, incredible survival mechanisms, and other mind-blowing behaviors. Brace yourself as the action-packed photos and fascinating fun facts reveal why these amazing animals are so dangerous.
18) Wildflowers
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Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Information about wildflowers for children"--
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Profiles of 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, highlighting their diverse appeal and available outdoor activities. A brief glimpse is given of 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes."