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Books published by publisher National Geographic Kids

  • Eyewitness to History: From Ancient Times to the Modern Era

    Patricia Daniels, James Reston Jr.

    Hardcover (National Geographic, Oct. 19, 2010)
    History comes alive in this engaging and lavishly illustrated chronicle, which spans world events and people from ancient times to the 21st century. The voices of the great and humble speak to us through songs, documents, edicts, poetry, letters, menus, and even graffiti, revealing each era's conflicts, daily life, arts, science, religion, and enduring influence. Interactive design focuses on the tangible artifacts of history, and magnificent illustrations—including period art, archival photographs, and expertly rendered scenes of long-ago events—bring vivid immediacy and eye appeal to every colorful spread. With its unique emphasis on voices from the past, its competitive price point, and its inviting, innovative design, Eyewitness to History is poised to be THE pick for value-minded customers looking for an absorbing take on world history.
  • The What to Eat When Cookbook: 135+ Deliciously Timed Recipes

    Michael Roizen, Michael Crupain, Jim Perko

    Hardcover (National Geographic, Oct. 20, 2020)
    This inspiring cookbook/strategic eating plan--sequel to the wildly popular What to Eat When--offers 125 delectable recipes geared to longevity, weight loss, and success.In their acclaimed lifestyle guide What to Eat When, Dr. Michael Roizen and Dr. Michael Crupain revealed when to eat foods for healthier living, disease prevention, better performance, and a longer life. The key, they assert, is eating breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper. Now, in this mouthwatering sequel, they deliver 125 recipes to put these lessons into practice. From a fiber-rich pasta dish loaded with healthy and fresh tomatoes and a creamy lemon dip and homemade crackers to satisfy your snack cravings to a salmon burger you'll love to eat for breakfast (yes, breakfast!) and a healthier, decadant chocolate mousse--a treat that also offers hormone-boosting ingredients before you hit the gym. Each dish is paired with practical information about the nutrients and benefits of the ingredients, plus expert cooking tips, what portion size to eat when, and helpful subsitutions. Covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert--and the best times to eat all four--this highly anticipated sequel to Roizen and Crupain's best-selling eating guide offers a plethora of meals that will get you through the day, and extend your life by years!
  • Unconditional: Older Dogs, Deeper Love

    Jane Sobel Klonsky

    Hardcover (National Geographic, Oct. 25, 2016)
    Experience the deeper, sweeter love of senior dogs with this captivating National Geographic collection of photographs and anecdotes. This book is a one-of-a-kind celebration of humans’ special bond with, and love for, their senior dogs. Since 2012, photographer Jane Sobel Klonsky has traveled the United States with one mission: to capture images and stories that focus on the powerful relationship between dogs in the twilight of their lives and the people they share their life with. A book for any dog lover who appreciates the connection, unconditional love, and bond that can only be provided by a canine companion.
  • Saguaro National Park

    National Geographic Maps - Trails Illustrated

    Map (National Geographic Maps, July 11, 2014)
    • Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Topographic MapNational Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Saguaro National Park and surrounding areas to the east and west of Tucson, is the perfect map for hiking, biking, exploring, climbing, riding, camping, and sightseeing in this beautiful desert wilderness. Created in partnership with local land management agencies, this expertly researched map highlights key areas of interest including Tucson Mountain Park, Sweetwater Preserve, Robles Pass, Saguaro Wilderness, Tanque Verde Ridge, and Hope Camp, Yetman, and Petroglyphs trails. This map features detailed topography with shaded relief, elevations, and clearly defined, color-coded boundaries for parks, public lands, and wilderness areas. With miles of mapped trails including a portion of the Arizona Trail, this map can guide you off the beaten path and back again in some of the most iconic scenery in the desert southwest. The clearly marked trails include mileage between intersections and handy hiking and trailhead summaries will help you choose the path that's right for you. Recreation features are clearly marked, including campgrounds, interpretive trails, rifle and archery ranges, scenic drives, picnic areas, and points of interest.Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on "Backcountry Tough" waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation.Other features found on this map include: Coronado National Forest, Rincon Mountain Wilderness, Rincon Mountains, Saguaro National Park, Spud Rock, Tucson Mountains.Map Scale = 1:35,000Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75"Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"
  • Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams

    National Geographic Maps - Trails Illustrated

    Map (National Geographic Maps, Jan. 1, 2010)
    • Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Topographic MapMount St. Helens is an active volcano in Washington's Cascade Range. Neighboring peak Mount Adams is the second highest summit in Washington after Mount Ranier. Explore the beauty and geological wonder of these magnificent mountains with National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams. Created in partnership with local land management agencies, this expertly researched map features key areas of interest including Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument; Trapper Creek Wilderness; Swift Reservoir; Salmon, Cispus, and Lewis rivers; and Yale, Coldwater, and Spirit lakes.This map can guide you off the beaten path and back again with miles of mapped trails including a portion of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. Helpful information on Mount Margaret, Indian Heaven Wilderness, climbing Mount St. Helens, mountain safety tips and more will prove invaluable in your exploration of the region. Many recreation features are noted as well, including interpretive trails, campgrounds, ATV trails, sno-parks, cross country ski trails, and horse camps.Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on "Backcountry Tough" waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation.Other features found on this map include: Bare Mountain, Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Goat Rocks Wilderness, Indian Heaven Wilderness, Little Huckleberry Mountain, McCoy Peak, Mount Adams, Mount Adams Wilderness, Mount Saint Helens, Spirit Lake, Swift Reservoir, Trout Lake, Yale Lake.Map Scale = 1:75,000Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75"Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"
  • National Geographic Kids Readers: Swing Sloth

    National Geographic Kids

    Paperback (National Geographic Kids, May 1, 2014)
    Come along on an adventure through the rain forest. Along the way, you'll meet new friends big and small, see amazing sights, and learn all about the creatures that make their home in the rain forest.Told in simple yet lively text built with sight words and using picture icons to aid reading, National Geographic Pre-readers will enchant kids just beginning their journey with books. With bold, colourful photographic illustrations and covering a wide range of popular non-fiction subjects, 'National Geographic Readers' stand out in the market for their widespread appeal with both boys and girls.
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  • National Geographic: World Classic Wall Map - Laminated

    National Geographic Maps - Reference

    Map (National Geographic Maps, Dec. 28, 2016)
    National Geographic's World map is the standard by which all other reference maps are measured. The World map is meticulously researched and adheres to National Geographic's convention of making independent, apolitical decisions based on extensive research using multiple authoritative source.The signature Classic style map uses a bright, easy to read color palette featuring blue oceans and stunning shaded relief that has been featured on National Geographic wall maps for over 75 years. Drawn in the Winkel Tripel projection, distortions are minimized and unlike many other World maps, Greenland is show the same size as Argentina and not as the size of all of South America.Thousands of place names are carefully and artistically placed on the map to maintain legibility even in the heavily populated areas of Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Details include clearly defined international boundaries, cities, physical features, rivers, and ocean floor features. Corner inset maps feature vegetation and land use, and population density as well as the north and south polar regions.The map is encapsulated in heavy-duty 1.6 mil laminate which makes the paper much more durable and resistant to the swelling and shrinking caused by changes in humidity. Laminated maps can be framed without the need for glass, so the fames can be much lighter and less expensive. Map Scale = 1:31,900,000Sheet Size = 43.5" x 30.5"
  • Cesar Millan's Short Guide to a Happy Dog: 98 Essential Tips and Techniques

    Cesar Millan

    eBook (National Geographic, Jan. 2, 2013)
    After more than 9 seasons as TV’s Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan has a new mission: to use his unique insights about dog psychology to create stronger, happier relationships between humans and their canine companions.Now in paperback, this inspirational and practical guide draws on thousands of training encounters around the world to present 98 essential lessons. Taken together, they will help dog owners create the most fulfilling life possible with their dogs.In these pages, Cesar delves into crucial themes that go beyond obedience-school basics to reveal the hearts and minds of our beloved pets. In short, practical takes, he explores:• The basics of dog psychology• Instinctual behaviors• Creating balance and boundaries• Managing common misbehaviors• Choosing the right dog for your family• Helping your dog adjust to life transitionsThroughout the book, inspiring stories from Cesar’s case files -- and from his TV show, Leader of the Pack – provide moving real-world applications and surprising life lessons.Smart, easy to use, and packed with Cesar's remarkable insights into human and canine behavior, A Short Guide to A Happy Dog is an inspiring tool for anyone looking to live a better life with a beloved member of the family.
  • Frances Mayes Always Italy

    Frances Mayes, Ondine Cohane

    Hardcover (National Geographic, March 31, 2020)
    The world's favorite expert on la dolce vita (Under the Tuscan Sun author) guides readers through Italy's iconic regions, replete with lavish National Geographic images.This lush guide, featuring more than 350 glorious photographs from National Geographic, showcases the best Italy has to offer from the perspective of two women who have spent their lives reveling in its unique joys. In these illuminating pages, Frances Mayes, the author of Under the Tuscan Sun and many other bestsellers, and New York Times travel writer Ondine Cohane reveal an Italy that only the locals know, filled with top destinations and unforgettable travel experiences in every region. From the colorful coastline of Cinque Terre and the quiet ports of the Aeolian Islands to the Renaissance architecture of Florence and the best pizza in Rome, every section features insider secrets and off-the-beaten-path recommendations (for example, a little restaurant in Piedmont known for its tajarin, a pasta that is the perfect bed for the region's celebrated truffles). Here are the best places to stay, eat, and tour, paired with the rich history of each city, hillside town, and unique terrain. Along the way, you'll make stops at the country's hidden gems--art galleries, local restaurants, little-known hiking trails, spas, and premier spots for R&R. Inspiring and utterly unique, this vivid treasury is a must-have for anyone who wants to experience the best of Italy.
  • National Geographic: Our Fifty States

    Mark H. Bockenhauer, President Jimmy Carter

    Hardcover (National Geographic, Aug. 16, 2005)
    National Geographic Our Fifty States- Overflowing with beautiful illustrations, specially designed maps, and concise essays written and reviewed by members of the Society's Geographic Alliance Program, this authoritative guide stands alone in the children's reference category. From Maine to Hawaii, kids will discover fascinating details behind each state's unique history. Our Fifty States is a superior volume so chock-full of engaging information and stunning visuals, youngsters will never run out of things to learn. Over 300 full-color photographs and archival illustrations. Specially designed maps of each state, region, the District of Columbia, U.S. Territories, and the country as a whole. Lively, fun-to-read state and regional essays written by two professors of geography. Fact boxes with key statistics for each state. Flags, birds, and flowers for each 50 states. Photo essays on the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories. Facts and figures for comparing and contrasting key economic activities and geographic features. Perfect for school reports or armchair travel across the U.S.A.
  • Passage to Freedom: The Sugihara Story

    National Geographic Learning

    Paperback (National Geographic School Pub, July 13, 2010)
    Against the order of his government, a Japanese diplomat in Lithuania issued thousands of visas to Jewish refugees to help them flee the Nazis during World War II.
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