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National Geographic for Kids
Description: A collection of National Geographic for Kids Leveled Readers and Chapter Books.
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White Water!
by Brenna MaloneyFrom hippo attacks on the Okavango River to Chitina headwaters in Alaska, this chapter book is full of raging rivers and thrilling adventures.
With gripping – and TRUE – stories of incredible adventures, extreme excursions, and ultimate survival, White Water! will have you on the edge of your canoe– er seat.
Perfect for all readers who love an exciting, real-life, adrenaline-fueled drama.
The Whale Who Won Hearts
by Brian Skerry and Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldNational Geographic Kids Chapters picks up where the best-selling National Geographic Readers series leaves off.
This new series offers young animal lovers who are ready for short chapters lively, full-color true stories just right to carry in a backpack, share with friends, and read under the covers at night.
Based on the hit feature in National Geographic Kids magazine, we bring you Animal Adventures!
Featuring three amazing stories of explorer Brian Skerry and his incredible encounters with animals, written in fun and lively prose that empowers readers to devour page after page.
Weird Sea Creatures
by U. S. National Geographic Society Staff and Laura Marsh and National Geographic Kids StaffMany strange sea creatures live in the ocean. Some are beautiful. Some are ugly. Some are cute, and some are scary. Weird sea creatures are strange for a reason.
Together Forever!
by Mary QuattlebaumA fluffy chicken and a pup on wheels? A goat and a donkey who are inseparable? Lion, tiger, and bear best friends?
This new chapter book features all kinds of heartwarming, awww-inspiring -- and completely true -- stories about animal friendships.
So funny, sweet, and filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, that you can't help but want to cuddle up and read about these unlikely pairings and animal best buddies.
Titanic
by Melissa StewartGet kids reading with cool information about the subjects that interest them the most. National Geographic Readers are high-interest, exciting, and easy to read.
The latest in the series, Titanic is no exception. Just in time for the 100th anniversary of the Olympic-class passenger liner's ill-fated journey, this title is replete with brilliant photographs and exclusive in-depth coverage including Bob Ballard's 1985 discovery.
Brought to you only as National Geographic can, the industrial feat of the powerful ship, the tragedy of the wreckage, and the fascinating stories of survival bring the historical significance of the Titanic to a new audience in this level 3 reader.
Tigers
by Laura Marsh and National Geographic Kids StaffTigers are big and beautiful animals. They are strong and powerful, too. Tigers are the biggest cats in the world.
Tiger in Trouble!
by Kelly Milner HallsFollow the journey of Nitro, a tiger kept in captivity in Kansas. His story starts when the County sheriffs visited the Kansas property and decided to confiscate all big cats from their owner. Lions were sent to Detroit zoo and Nitro and his friend Apache to the Carolina tiger rescue.
As Nitro was adjusting to his new home, things went terribly wrong. Fever broke, and lost his sight. With the help of his rescuers, its friend Apache, and a lot of patience and love, blind Nitro was given a whole new way to "see". Nitro became the keepers and visitors favorite.
Filled with gorgeous photographs, sidebars, and fun facts, Tiger in Trouble! is sure to captivate all big cats lovers. Kids will learn great tips about these fascinating creatures and how to contribute to their conservation.
Meet Ethereal, one of the rarest bats in the world that was in grave danger. Ethereal, an albino micro bat, was an easy target for predators and in poor condition when rescue workers at Bat World sancturay discovered her. Now, she is completely safe and thriving at the sanctuary. Stories in this books also include:Ethereal's survival story: the white albino bat
Susie, Bob, and Caleb: The Three MonkeyteersThis book will capture the hearts of animal lovers everywhere, as they will love reading the true stories of humans saving the lives of amazing animals.
Terrier Trouble
by Candice RansomMeet a thieving emu, a devious cat, and a pesky pup in these hilarious tales about animals who love to play tricks, create chaos, and run a bit wild.
Funny, colorful, portable, and collectible, these books are heartwarming page-turners that will leave eager readers ready for more.
They're perfect for the backpack, to share with friends, and to read under the covers at night.
Storms
by Miriam Goin and National Geographic Kids StaffIn a haboob, camels shut a second pair of eyelids to protect their eyes from sand. Their long, thin nostrils and extra hairy ears keep sand out. In monsoon rains, some monkeys keep dry in buildings or under branches. Other monkeys don't mind getting wet.
Seed To Plant
by Kristin Baird Rattini and National Geographic Kids StaffKids see plants, flowers, and trees around them every day. In this lively and educational reader, they'll learn how those plants grow. Kids will take this magical journey from seed pollination to plant growth, learning about what plants need to thrive and grow with the same careful text, brilliant photographs, and the fun approach National Geographic Readers are known for.
Sea Turtles
by Laura Marsh and National Geographic Kids StaffWho could resist celebrating sea turtles? They may seem like lazy ocean reptiles drifting with the oceans’ currents, but they are actually long-distance swimmers that spend their entire lives searching for food and a mate. What’s more, they come with their own built-in GPS, returning to the exact beach where they were born to lay their own eggs.
Sea Otters
by Laura Marsh and National Geographic Kids StaffIn this level 1 reader, young readers will explore the fun-filled world of lovable otters. Follow these playful critters through their aquatic habitats, learn how otters raise their young, and discover their curious and social natures. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.
Scrapes With Snakes!
by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld and Brady BarrJoin National Geographic expert and TV personality Brady Barr on some wild adventures with snakes!
Readers won't believe their eyes as they read Barr's hilarious--and completely true!--accounts of his interactions with some of the biggest, weirdest, and craziest snakes on Earth.
Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers won't want to put this book down.
Rock Stars!
by Steve BramucciFind out about the life of rock climbers in this cool new Chapter book, part of an Extreme Adventure strand featuring high-adrenaline stories about real explorers.
With gripping--and TRUE--stories of incredible adventures, Rock Stars! takes readers on three amazing journeys of ultimate survival.
From New York's Central Park to the towering Himalaya, no peak is too high for these extreme rock climbers!
Perfect for all readers who love exciting, real-life, adrenaline-fueled tales that will have you on the edge of your seat.
Rhino Rescue
by Clare Hodgson MeekerWhat happens when conservationists meet rhinos in trouble? They arrange to airlift them to safety! Follow National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert as they move rhinos out of harm's way, meet a courageous little Hawaiian monk seal, and a pair of Siberian tiger cubs fighting for survival. Readers will cheer as they read these completely true stories of animal rescues. Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers won't want to put this book down.From the Hardcover Library Binding edition.
Red Pandas
by Laura Marsh and National Geographic Kids StaffFind out about the shy and rarely seen red panda! This level 1 reader documents the lives of red pandas in their environment.
The carefully constructed text and beautiful photographs guarantee a successful and rewarding reading experience for any reader, especially those who love wild animals.
Rascally Rabbits!
by Aline Alexander NewmanThese bunnies may look adorable, but there's more than meets the eye!
In Rascally Rabbits, meet some rabbits that cause nothing but trouble, a rescue pup who will eat ANYTHING, and a sneaky bear with a taste for treats.
Readers won't stop laughing as they read these hilarious--and completely true!--stories.
Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers won't want to put this book down.
Planets
by Laura Marsh and Elizabeth CarneyThis brilliantly illustrated book taps into children's natural curiosity about the vast world of space. This level two reader, written in simple language that is easy for young readers to understand, introduces children to our solar system, including all of the planets and dwarf planets, and lots of fascinating fun facts.
This reader helps cultivate the explorers of tomorrow! This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginning readers features the magnificent images of National Geographic, accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. The inside back cover of the paperback edition is an interactive feature based upon the book.
Level 1 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. In Level 2 books readers complete a Cloze letter, or fun fill-in, with vocabulary words.
Parrot Genius
by Moira Rose DonohueA pig that does math tricks. A parrot that seems to know what she's saying. A flying pig ... um, pug.
These animals know what it means to be in the spotlight.
Meet Mudslinger the superstar pig, Einstein the parrot genius, and Otis the skydiving dog. Read the stories of these three amazing animal superstars in Parrot Genius!
Perfect for kids aging out of early readers, National Geographic Kids Chapters are written in simple prose appropriate to kids just reading on their own.
My Best Friend is a Dolphin!
by Moira Rose DonohueThis chapter book is sure to make a splash! Find fun, funny, and TRUE stories of heroic and talented dolphins and amazing dolphin friendships. It's perfect for budding bookworms and animal lovers alike.
Mummies
by Elizabeth Carney and National Geographic Kids StaffWhy were mummies mummified? These mysterious corpses provide a fascinating window on the past of cultures worldwide. Mummies has plenty of ghoulish intrigue to keep young readers reading.
Monster Fish!
by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld and Zeb HoganFor Zeb Hogan, bigger is better – especially when it comes to fish.
From sawfish to alligator gars to giant stingrays, Zeb's on a mission to save the world's freshwater giants.
In this cool Chapter book, you'll join Zeb on amazing – and TRUE – adventures with supersize swimmers.
Lucky Leopards!
by Aline Alexander NewmanBased on the hit feature in National Geographic Kids magazine, we bring you Lucky Leopards, true and inspiring stories of daring animal rescues that will engage and enchant readers of all ages.
Packed with full-color photography, and written in fun and lively prose that empowers readers to keep turning pages, these heart-warming stories will leave kids hungry for more of the animal "awwww" factor.
National Geographic Kids Chapters picks up where the best-selling National Geographic Readers series leaves off.
This new series offers young animal lovers, who are ready for short chapters with lively, true stories just right to carry in a backpack, share with friends, and read under the covers at night.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Living with Wolves!
by Jamie Dutcher and Jim DutcherImagine living with a pack of wolves! For National Geographic wildlife documentarians Jim and Jamie Dutcher, that dream came true.
Join the Dutchers as they discover what life is like among wolves in the western wildnerness.
Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers will be howling for more.
Kangaroo to the Rescue!
by Moira Rose DonohueNational Geographic Kids is back with another installment in the Animal Heroes line of National Geographic Chapters books.
Get ready to meet more amazing, medal-worthy critters in this action-packed collection, including a kangaroo to the rescue!
Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers won't want to put this book down.