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National Geographic Kids

9 Books
Step into the shadows and discover the secret lives of bats. These fascinating flying creatures live in spooky caves, dense forests, and even the dark corners of ordinary attics and bridges. Did you know they flock together by the hundreds and sleep completely upside down? In this exciting reading adventure, you will learn all about one of the most interesting and misunderstood animals in the wild. You will find out how they hunt in the dark, where they live, and why they are so important to our world. Packed with amazing up-close photographs and easy-to-read facts, this book lets you explore the unique world of bats. You will also find fun activities to test your new knowledge. Get ready to spread your wings and fly into the night with these incredible animals.
6-8 Years 32 Pages
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Look closely the next time you walk down a busy street. From pigeons crashing pizza parties in New York City to koalas crossing the roads in Australia, wild animals are everywhere! Animals all over the world are figuring out how to live right alongside us in crowded cities. In this fun and photographic adventure, you will discover the amazing ways creatures have adapted to urban life. You will learn about unexpected animal sightings and find out exactly how these city-dwelling animals behave in their concrete jungles. You will also learn important tips on how to stay safe and keep the animals unharmed if you ever cross paths with them. Packed with beautiful photos and amazing facts, this book will help you become an expert on the wildlife hiding right outside your front door.
6-8 Years 36 Pages
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Blast off to Earth's next-door neighbor and explore the mysteries of the red planet. Mars is a fascinating world filled with extreme weather, deep canyons, and towering volcanoes. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit? In this highly visual space adventure, you will learn everything about the fourth planet in our solar system. You will discover the latest facts about Mars, track the high-tech rovers exploring its dusty surface, and read about incredible plans for a future human colony. You will even find out if scientists think Mars ever sustained life in the ancient past. Packed with amazing imagery and up-to-date discoveries about water and geology, this book brings the wonders of space exploration right to you. Get ready to become a planetary expert and imagine what it takes to be an astronaut on a mission to Mars.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 36 Pages
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Step back in time and explore the amazing history of Ellis Island, one of the most famous landmarks in America. Long before it became a bustling immigration station, this small piece of land was a Mohegan island and a quiet rest spot for fishermen. In this fascinating historical journey, you will discover how Ellis Island transformed into the gateway to America for millions of people seeking a new life. You will learn what it was like for families arriving on crowded ships, hoping to make their dreams come true in a brand new country. Packed with historical photographs and easy-to-understand facts, this book walks you through the island's incredible past all the way to its role as a museum today. Get ready to uncover the true stories of the people who helped build a nation and understand why this island remains so important.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 48 Pages
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Take a massive journey around the globe without ever leaving your home! This fascinating book is your ultimate passport to the people, places, and wild weather that make our world so amazing. You will explore incredible countries and sights from the snowy lands of Antarctica to the sunny beaches of Australia. Along the way, you will learn about different languages, towering mountains, dry deserts, and bustling capital cities. You can even try fun activities like creating a mini-rainforest in a bottle or singing a simple song in Spanish. Packed with bright, bold illustrations and more than one hundred colorful photographs, this book makes learning about the planet a thrilling adventure. With kid-friendly maps and fun facts on every single page, you will quickly become an expert on the continents.
6-8 Years 132 Pages
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Do you want to learn all about the magnificent tiger? Get ready to explore the exciting world of these powerful big cats! With their amazing black stripes, tigers are easy to spot and always fascinating. In this book, you'll discover where tigers live, from warm jungles to icy lands. Find out how fast they can run, how they swim, and even how they climb trees! You'll also learn what these incredible animals like to eat and how they hunt. Filled with cool facts and wonderful pictures, this book will make you a tiger expert. It's a fantastic adventure for any young animal lover!
6-8 Years 32 Pages
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Get ready to pounce into the exciting lives of the world's most amazing wild cats. From stealthy tigers and spotted leopards to fast cheetahs and mountain lions, these powerful predators rule the wild. In this roaring adventure, you will learn all about the physical features that make big cats such excellent hunters. You will discover their secret behaviors, explore their diverse habitats, and follow a cat's life cycle from a tiny, playful cub to a fierce adult. With easy-to-read text and brilliant, close-up photographs, this book puts you right beside these magnificent felines. You will find out what they eat, how they sleep, and how they camouflage themselves in nature. Perfect for young animal lovers, this is your ticket to exploring the ferocious and beautiful world of wild cats.
6-8 Years 36 Pages
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They waddled into stardom in National Geographic’s March of the Penguins film. These guys are now nature’s ROCK STARS! If you’re age 5, you’re probably as tall as an Emperor. But why do they throw up so much? March this way, and find out all!

National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

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Learn about penguins and how they live.
6-8 Years 32 Pages
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100 Fun Facts about Dogs

Get ready to dig up some of the most awesome facts about man's best friend! Whether you have a puppy of your own or just love petting every dog you meet, this book is completely packed with everything you need to know about canines. You will read one hundred quick, quirky, and incredibly fun facts about all kinds of dogs. From tiny, shivering Chihuahuas to gargantuan, drooling Great Danes, you will discover what makes each breed so unique. You will learn about their super-powered senses, their funny behaviors, and the amazing jobs some dogs do to help humans every single day. Filled with brilliant photographs and bite-sized knowledge nuggets, this book makes reading about pets a total blast. Grab your favorite furry friend, flip open the pages, and prepare to be amazed by the wonderful world of dogs.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 52 Pages
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