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The 9/11 Commission Report: Final Report of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (Authorized Edition)
by National Commission on Terrorist Attacks<P> Nearly three thousand people died in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. In Lower Manhattan, on a field in Pennsylvania, and along the banks of the Potomoc, the United States suffered the single largest loss of life from an enemy attack on its soil. <P> In November 2002 the United States Congress and President George W. Bush established by law the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, also known as the 9/11 Commission. This independent, bipartisan panel was directed to examine the facts and circumstances surrounding the September 11 attacks, identify lessons learned, and provide recommendations to safeguard against future acts of terrorism. This volume is the authorized edition of the Commission's final report.
An Eye for Art: Focusing on Great Artists and Their Work
by National Gallery of ArtLavishly illustrated with hundreds of full-color images, this family-oriented art resource introduces children to more than 50 great artists and their work, with corresponding activities and explorations that inspire artistic development, focused looking, and creative writing. This treasure trove of artwork from the National Gallery of Art includes, among others, works by Raphael, Rembrandt, Georgia O'Keeffe, Henri Matisse, Chuck Close, Jacob Lawrence, Pablo Picasso, and Alexander Calder, representing a wide range of artistic styles and techniques. Written by museum educators with decades of hands-on experience in both art-making activities and making art relatable to children, the activities include sculpting a clay figure inspired by Edgar Degas; drawing an object from touch alone, inspired by Joan Miro's experience as an art student; painting a double-sided portrait with one side reflecting physical traits and the other side personality traits, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's Ginevra de' Benci; and creating a story based on a Mary Cassatt painting. Educators, homeschoolers, and families alike will find their creativity sparked by this art extravaganza.
Reading Essentials: An Interactive Student Workbook Earth Science
by National GeographicReading Essentials for Earth Science: In today's world, knowing science is important for thinking critically, solving problems, and making decisions. But understanding science sometimes can be a challenge. Reading Essentials takes the stress out of reading, learning, and understanding science. This book covers important concepts in science, offers ideas for how to learn the information, and helps you review what you have learned.
National Geographic Kids United States Atlas, Fifth Edition
by National Geographic KidsKids will have fun learning about every U.S. state in this amazing atlas, packed with maps, stats, facts, and pictures. National Geographic's world-renowned cartographers have paired up with education experts to create maps of the 50 states, U.S. territories, and Washington, D.C., that pinpoint the physical features, capitals, and towns and cities of each state. Discover the latest data and trends along with colourful photography of each state and the people who live there. Key points reflect the latest information about land and water, people, and places. Lively essays cover each region of the country. Eight specially themed maps on nature, population, energy, climate, and more, delve deeper into key issues. State birds and state flags add to the high visual interest. This is a great reference for home and school with all the basics kids need to know to succeed in middle school, high school, and beyond.
Weird but true! GROSS: 300 Slimy, Sticky, and Smelly Facts (Weird But True Series)
by National Geographic KidsThis 'Weird But True' title is slimy and sticky and jam-packed with more icky, zany fun! Step up to the plate and try not to lose your lunch, with 300 amazing facts plus photos that kids just can't get enough of.
Environment: Our Impact on the Earth
by National Geographic LearningThis book covers many issues regarding the planet and humans' contributions to its environmental issues and discusses ways that humans are trying to preserve the planets resources and species, find new ways to recycle those resources, and help each other. .
Explore: Antarctica (National Geographic Explore Series)
by National Geographic LearningNIMAC-sourced textbook
Explore: Chinese Civilization (National Geographic Explore Series)
by National Geographic LearningNIMAC-sourced textbook
Language, Literacy, Content: Practice Book, Volume One (Inside, Fundamentals)
by National Geographic LearningNIMAC-sourced textbook
National Geographic: World Cultures and Geography, Eastern Hemisphere
by National Geographic LearningThis book provides a detailed coverage of World culture with special features like National Geographic Explorers,Global Issues,Graphs,Charts and Tables and Infographics.
World Cultures and Geography: Eastern Hemisphere (World Cultures And Geography Copyright Update Ser.)
by National Geographic LearningNIMAC-sourced textbook
Biological Anthropology
by National Geographic Learning StaffBring your learning to life with compelling images, media and text from National Geographic. National Geographic Reader: Biological Anthropology will help you develop a clearer understanding of the world around you through engaging content.
National Geographic Kids World Atlas for Young Explorers, Third Edition
by National Geographic SocietyThis edition of National Geographic's award-winning "World Atlas for Young Explorers" includes more than 200 color images and 115 pages of full-size maps help kids locate countries, cities, regions, and more.
Micro-Life Student Book
by National Science FoundationAs you examine the activities in this book, you may wonder, "Why does this book look so different from other science books I've see?"The reason is simple: it is a different kind of science program, and only some of what you will learn can be seen by leafing through this book!