National Geographic Society (U.S.)

"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."

Whether you are studying for a test at school of just seeking to expand you knowledge of the world, you'll find this to be an invaluable tool.

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...

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...

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...

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....

"Witches and demons, ghosts and vampires, aliens and voodoo spirit...from spooky to chilling to downright weird, signs of the supernatural have terrified -- and fascinated -- people for centuries. Dare to discover some of the world's most puzzling enigmas in this remarkable book, which reveals a dazzling array of haunted castles, forbidden hideaways and otherwise eerie landmarks."--Description from Amazon.com.

Meet cuttlefish that can camouflage themselves, octopuses that outsmart their predators, and squid that patrol the deep in this cool fact-filled reader. Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about cephalopods, from inking, to hunting, to coconut carrying. Squish along with squid, camouflage with cuttlefish, and marvel at magnificent octopuses.

Describes how birds tweet and bees buzz in the daylight before entirely different creatures awaken and prowl after dark.