National Geographic Society (U.S.)
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The richness of America in all its grandueur and diversity is captured in this comprehensive, authoritative, and lively United States Encyclopedia. With a team of experts and talented writers, this book will be the definitive United States reference resource for kids, and an indespensible tool for home and school.
Every state in the union is showcased in a spectacular way in this big, beautiful book of the U.S. Awesome to look at, fun to read, and...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Want to know the who/what/where of the coolest things on the planet? Check out the Top 8 lists in the latest Awesome 8! This lively book features 50 different topics with dazzling photos, such as the 8 most awesome Monster Fish, Dressed Up Dogs, Supersize Sculptures, Rad Replicas, Coolest Pools, Serious Stadium Snacks, Thrilling Theaters, Dazzling but Deadly, Hair Through History, Volcanoes We Lava, and so much more. It's so graphically stupendous,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"What in the world? That's what you'll say when you open this amazing large-format photo book, full of real-life riddles and puzzling pictures. Patterns, colors, shapes, hidden animals, optical illusions, double-take photo comparisons, and much more will give your brain a workout and keep you coming back for more!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
Annie Oakley was great at hitting targets. She could shoot out candle flames and knock corks from bottles. she could shoot an apple off a dog's head or a cigarette from a man's hand. And there was one more tough target that she always hit dead on. She called it, "the bull's-eye of success." Annie Oakley grew up in the backwoods of Ohio, shooting game with her dead father's rifle in order to support her family. It was a big step from hunting squirrels...
51) Blue earth
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
"Travel around the world and back again with the mysterious, beautiful and gigantic creatures of our Blue Earth. Voyage beyond the blue into the darkest corners to explore Ocean Drifters, and journey to exotic places for colorful creatures among coral reefs in Jewels of the Caribbean Sean. Then, dive deep into the world of the largest animals on Earth, the Great Whales, and in Surviving Paradise: Hawaiian monk seals, find out what's causing one of...
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Africa has a name for the most magnificent beasts on the continent. The legendary Big Five include the elephant, lion, water buffalo, rhino and leopard. But now there are other giants that must be recognized. Half a world away, there is an ensemble of creatures born of equal power and majesty. A new Big Five: the titans of North America.
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
This illustrated beer atlas includes more beers and more countries than many books of its kind. Includes beer recommendations from Garrett Oliver, the renowned brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery, and written by "beer geographers" Nancy Hoalst-Pullen and Mark Patterson, this guide features more than 100 maps and 200 color photos. You'll find beer history, trends, and tasting across six continents (and how to order a beer in 14 languages!). Travel tips...
55) Dawn of the Maya
Series
Pub. Date
c2005
Language
English
Description
Explore with National Geographic the last frontier of knowledge about the Ancient Maya as archaeologists uncover evidence of an early Maya culture more dynamic and sophisticated than ever believed.
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"National Geographic answers all the questions about how things work--the science, technology, biology, chemistry, physics, and mechanics--in an indispensible book that reveals the science behind virtually everything. How does the voice of a distant radio announcer make it through your alarm clock in the morning? How does your gas stove work? How does the remote control open your garage door? What happens when you turn the key in the ignition? What...