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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Photo Ark Wonders Celebrating Diversity in the Animal Kingdom Joel Sartore

Summary Catalog Copy: A glorious new volume of Sartore’s signature animal portraits, this time highlighting the fascinating shapes, patterns, and expressions of animals both familiar and little known.

National Geographic Joel Sartore, on a mission to photograph all the animal species in human care, now delights us with more 9781426221910 photographs, this time selected to represent the amazing diversity of the world’s animals. On Sale Date: 10/19/21 $40.00 USD/$50.00 CAD Hardcover The book’s four chapters -- Pattern, Shape, Extra, and Personality -- invite us to revel in these photographs, many cleverly paired into amusing and often surprising comparisons, like the catfish and the mouse with the 400 Pages Carton Qty: 20 same stripes down their backs, the tarantula and the poison dart frog both cobalt blue, or the tiny lizard and Photography / Subjects & the weighty ox both sporting pointed horns. Themes PHO013000 Each photograph gets its own page or two-page spread. 25.1 cm H | 25.1 cm W | Scientifically accurate captions highlight distinctive features. 453.6 g Wt Throughout, Sartore recalls telling moments from his photographic adventures.

With all new image selections, this book expands the best-selling Photo Ark series, sure to be a hit with those who already treasure National Ge... Contributor Bio Author Bio: Award-winning photographer and regular contributor to National Geographic magazine, Joel Sartore is the founder of the National Geographic Photo Ark, a 25-year documentary project to fight global extinctions by photographing every animal species in human care. Sartore estimates the total to be 13,000; to date he has photographed more than 10,000. Known for his sense of humor and midwestern work ethic, he travels the world to find new animals but is always happy to come home to Lincoln, Nebraska, where he lives with his wife, Kathy, and their three children. Web: joelsartore.com. Instagram: joelsartore. Facebook: Joel Sartore, National Geographic The 21st Century Photographs From the Image Collection National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: The best photographs of the first 21 years of the 21st century take center stage in this incredible volume of National Geographic's world-famous imagery.

In just two short decades of the 21st century, National Geographic has ushered in a new era of visual storytelling excellence, including innovations in digital, drone, and smartphone photography, and reached out to National Geographic a global audience through one of the world's most popular Instagram accounts, @NatGeo. In these 21 years, 9781426222375 On Sale Date: 11/2/21 photography has transformed from a rarefied discipline to a universal medium of communication, available in $50.00 USD/$63.00 CAD the palm of everyone with a mobile phone. Through it all, National Geographic has remained at the forefront, Hardcover shining a light on the beauty, wonder, and heartbreak of the world. 400 Pages Carton Qty: 20 A remarkable collection, The 21st Century culls more than 250 of the very best, most impactful National Photography / Geographic images across print, digital, and social media, celebrating: Photojournalism PHO015000 Extraordinary wildlife 25.4 cm H | 25.1 cm W | 453.6 g Wt Unique cultures around the world Beautiful landscapes One-of-a-kind portrait photography And behind-the-shot stories from celebrated...

Contributor Bio Author Bio: One of the world's leading nonfiction publishers, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC has published more than 1,700 titles, featuring such categories as history, travel, nature, photography, space, science, health, biography, and memoir. A portion of its proceeds is used to fund exploration, conservation, and education through ongoing contributions to the work of the National Geographic Society. National Geographic Fall 2021 - April 2021 Page 1

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC National Geographic Complete Photo Guide How to Take Better Pictures Heather Perry, Mark Thiessen

Summary Catalog Copy: This chock-full how-to photography book from the experts at National Geographic covers everything from composition and camera basics to professional techniques of timing and lighting, as well as pointers on smartphone cameras, social media posting, and digital editing.

With more than two billion pictures taken every day, everyone is a photographer now--and we all want to get better at it. This definitive guide shares top secrets and skills from National Geographic's most talented photojournalists, all sure to help you capture the best pictures of what matters most. National Geographic Created to help a good photographer become even better, this authoritative guide ranges from basics like lens 9781426221439 On Sale Date: 10/19/21 technology and image composition to more complex matters of lighting, filters, and digital editing, with ample $40.00 USD/$50.00 CAD advice on best practices including: Hardcover lighting & exposure 416 Pages Carton Qty: 20 aperture & depth of field Photography / Techniques choosing lenses PHO018000 smartphone techniques 24.8 cm H | 17.5 cm W | photo editing software 453.6 g Wt social media posting archiving photos

You’ll also learn how a photographer looks at the world, with nuanced commentaries from photo editors on what makes an im... Contributor Bio Author Bio: HEATHER PERRY is a freelance photographer and writer whose first passion is photographing people in and around water. Her work has been published in National Geographic's magazines, books, and online content, as National Geographic Ocean A Global Odyssey Sylvia A. Earle, Sylvia Earle

Summary Catalog Copy: Discover the world's ocean--from tides and currents to the creatures living in it to the impact it has on our lives, whether we know it or not--in this richly illustrated overview of the life force that defines and sustains our planet, written by world-renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle.

Everything you want to know about the ocean can be found inside these beautiful and dynamic pages. National Geographic Ocean unveils the power and significance of our planet's watery essence: the fundamental National Geographic importance of the ocean in shaping Earth's climate and chemistry as well as its vital role in supporting a 9781426221927 multitude of life-forms, including our own human race. On Sale Date: 11/16/21 $65.00 USD/$82.00 CAD Hardcover World-renowned oceanographer and National Geographic Explorer in Residence Sylvia Earle--affectionately

512 Pages called "Her Deepness"--guides readers with her lyrical style and inspiring wisdom, describing the evolution, Carton Qty: 20 beauty, and impact of our ocean; the challenges it faces, such as climate change, plastic, and overfishing; and Science / Earth Sciences the myriad ways we can help protect it. SCI052000 30.2 cm H | 23.2 cm W | This comprehensive reference explains the fundamental science ... 453.6 g Wt Contributor Bio Author Bio: Long recognized as one of the world's top experts on ocean science and conservation, Sylvia Earle is the president and chairman of Mission Blue/The Sylvia Earle Alliance and a National Geographic Explorer at Large. Called "Her Deepness" by The New Yorker and the New York Times, a "Living Legend" by the Library of Congress, and a "First Hero for the Planet" by Time magazine, she is an oceanographer, explorer, author, and field scientist. In 1970, told she could not join a crew of men testing an undersea habitat, she organized an all-female crew, and they lived underwater for weeks, pioneering deep-sea ventures. Since then, she has continued to cross boundaries, always passionately advocating on behalf of Earth's ocean. National Geographic Fall 2021 - April 2021 Page 2

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC National Geographic Complete Birds of North America, 3rd Edition Featuring More Than 1,000 Species With the Most Detailed Information Found in a Single Volume Jonathan Alderfer, Jon Dunn

Summary Catalog Copy: This desk reference is the most up-to-date and comprehensive source of knowledge on North American bird identification, distribution, behavior, habitat, and conservation concerns available today.

More an encyclopedia than a field guide, National Geographic's Complete Birds is a browsable treasure trove of facts. This comprehensive volume profiles every bird observable in the continental United States and Canada, featuring species accounts with details that include calls and songs, breeding behaviors, molting patterns, and National Geographic the vast extent of their polar and neotropical migrations. The precision maps, illuminating photographs, and 9781426221880 more than 4,000 exquisite pieces of annotated art make this the biggest and best bird book ever. On Sale Date: 11/2/21 $45.00 USD/$57.00 CAD Hardcover This third edition, thoroughly updated, includes: 752 Pages Carton Qty: 20 Information on more than 1,000 species and subspecies Nature / Birdwatching Overviews of every family Guides Organization reflecting current taxonomy NAT004000 850 range maps, more than half updated since the last edition 24.8 cm H | 15.9 cm W | Sidebars on identification challenges such as distinguishing between Bay-breasted and Blackpoll Warblers 453.6 g Wt in fall or separati...

Contributor Bio Author Bio: JON L. DUNN and JONATHAN ALDERFER are the authors of many of National Geographic's renowned birding books, including the 7th edition of the Field Guide to the Birds of North America, called "canonical" in a recent review. Dunn, a popular birding tour guide worldwide, has long been a leader within the American Ornithological Society and the American Birding Association. Alderfer, one of the nation's foremost bird Wild Seas Thomas P. Peschak, Thomas Peschak

Summary Catalog Copy: One of @NatGeo's most popular nature photographers shares 200 breathtaking images--and the stories behind them--from a wide swath of wild ocean locales around the globe.

National Geographic 9781426221934 On Sale Date: 10/5/21 From whales plying the waters of Baja California to manta ray ballets in the Maldives to the surprisingly $50.00 USD/$63.00 CAD abundant desert shores of Arabia, National Geographic fan favorite Thomas Peschak has spent a lifetime Hardcover documenting the beauty and fragility of underwater life and coastal landscapes. 240 Pages Carton Qty: 40 Photography / Subjects & Themes This awe-inspiring book of photography charts his transformation from studious marine biologist to full-time PHO023130 conservation advocate, armed with little more than a snorkel mask and a camera. In these vivid pages, Peschak 26 cm H | 30.5 cm W | 453.6 photographs sharks in a feeding frenzy, tracks crabs the size of jack rabbits, and dodges saltwater crocs, g Wt revealing the splendor of pristine seas as well as the dark side of pollution, overfishing, and climate change.

Filled with magnificent images from Galapagos, Africa, the Seychelles, and more, this illuminating collection offers an impassioned and compelling case for ... Contributor Bio Author Bio: Thomas Peschak is a National Geographic photographer who specializes in documenting the beauty and fragility of the world's oceans, islands, and coasts. Originally trained as a marine biologist, he embraced photojournalism after realizing his images could have a greater conservation impact than scientific statistics. His TED Talk, "Dive into an Ocean Photographer's World" has been viewed more than 1 million times. Peschak is also a National Geographic Explorer and Fellow who has mounted expeditions to some of the most remote islands in the world for his "Seabird Crisis" project and has society support for an underwater megatransect of National Geographic Fall 2021 - April 2021 Page 3

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC National Geographic Ultimate Visual History of the World The Story of Humankind From Prehistory to Modern Times Jean-Pierre Isbouts

Summary Catalog Copy: Follow the fascinating threads of human history in this monumental volume, amply illustrated with maps, archival imagery, and revealing photographs.

History comes to life in this comprehensive overview of humankind, from earliest times to the present day. Each page is filled with stunning visuals and thought-provoking text that make this book an instant classic. National Geographic From the Babylonian Empire to the Persian Gulf War, from the Xia and Shang Dynasties of Bronze Age China to 9781426221897 On Sale Date: 10/19/21 the new space race, from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the digital age—here, in vivid color and crisp narrative, is $50.00 USD/$63.00 CAD the sweeping story of the history of civilization. Hardcover

656 Pages Every chapter includes: Carton Qty: 20 History / World Notable dates HIS037000 Salient quotations from the time 27.6 cm H | 23.2 cm W | Explanatory maps 453.6 g Wt Fascinating sidebar stories Photographs of artifacts & landscapes Art works depicting dramatic scenes

Visually driven, rich and far-reaching yet friendly and browsable, with iconic National Geographic maps, illustrations, and images enhancing the pages, this new book is a history-lover’s dream.

You can complete your collection of recent National Geographic history book... Contributor Bio Author Bio: Jean-Pierre Isbouts is a scholar of humanities and history and a professor at Fielding Graduate University in Lost Cities, Ancient Tombs 100 Discoveries That Changed the World Ann R. Williams, Douglas Preston

Summary Catalog Copy: Blending high adventure with history, this chronicle of 100 astonishing discoveries from the Dead Sea Scrolls to the fabulous "Lost City of the Monkey God" tells incredible stories of how explorers and archaeologists have uncovered the clues that illuminate our past.

Archaeology is the key that unlocks our deepest history. Ruined cities, golden treasures, cryptic inscriptions, and ornate tombs have been found across the world, and yet these artifacts of ages past often raised more questions than answers. But with the emergence of archaeology as a scientific discipline in the 19th century, National Geographic everything changed. 9781426221989 On Sale Date: 11/2/21 $35.00 USD/$44.00 CAD Hardcover Illustrated with dazzling photographs, this enlightening narrative tells the story of human civilization through 512 Pages 100 key expeditions, spanning six continents and more than three million years of history. Each account relies Carton Qty: 20 on firsthand reports from explorers, antiquarians, and scientists as they crack secret codes, evade looters and Social Science / Archaeology political suppression, fall in love, commit a litany of blunders, and uncover ancient curses. SOC003000 Pivotal di... 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | 453.6 g Wt Contributor Bio Author Bio: General Editor ANN WILLIAMS specializes in writing about the ancient world and cultural heritage preservation. A writer for more than three decades career for National Geographic magazine and digital news, she reports on new discoveries and the latest research in archaeology around the world. She lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.

DOUGLAS PRESTON (foreword) has published thirty-six books of fiction and nonfiction, twenty-nine of which have been New York Times bestsellers. He writes about archaeology and anthropology for the New Yorker, and National Geographic Fall 2021 - April 2021 Page 4

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC The Good Kings Absolute Power in Ancient Egypt and the Modern World Kara Cooney

Summary Catalog Copy: Written in the tradition of historians like Mary Beard and Stacy Schiff who find modern lessons in ancient history, this provocative narrative explores the lives of five remarkable pharaohs who ruled Egypt with absolute power, shining a new light on the country's 3,000-year empire and its meaning today.

In a new era when democracies around the world are threatened or crumbling, best-selling author Kara Cooney turns to five ancient Egyptian pharaohs--Khufu, Senwosret III, Akenhaten, Ramses II, and Taharqa--to National Geographic 9781426221965 understand why many so often give up power to the few, and what it can mean for our future. On Sale Date: 11/2/21 $28.00 USD/$35.00 CAD Hardcover As the first centralized political power on earth, the pharaohs and their process of divine kingship can tell us a 400 Pages lot about the world's politics, past and present. Every animal-headed god, every monumental temple, every Carton Qty: 20 pyramid, every tomb, offers extraordinary insight into a culture that combined deeply held religious beliefs with History / Ancient HIS002030 uniquely human schemes to justify a system in which one ruled over many. 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | 453.6 g Wt From Khufu, the man who built the G... Contributor Bio Author Bio: KARA COONEY is Professor of Egyptian Art and Architecture at UCLA and chair of its Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures. Her academic work focuses on death preparations, social competition, and gender studies. She appeared as a lead expert in the popular Discovery Channel special "The Secrets of Egypt's Lost Queen" and produced and wrote Discovery's Out of Egypt. The author of When Women Ruled the World

1,000 Perfect Weekends Great Getaways Around the Globe National Geographic, George Stone

Summary Catalog Copy: Packed with innovative ideas and inspiring photographs, this gift-worthy treasury features 1,000 dream weekend escapes from sunny beach retreats to lush mountain idylls, exotic city sojourns, and wild adventures around the world.

Whether you're looking for a way to unplug from the busy work week, take the family on a quick getaway, or add to a vacation itinerary, this practical and inspiring book provides the perfect way to plan your next quick National Geographic 9781426221453 escape. Whatever your pleasure, 1,000 Perfect Weekends has a unique itinerary built to excite you, illustrated On Sale Date: 10/19/21 with dramatic National Geographic photographs. Divided by theme and interest--including nature parks, country $40.00 USD/$50.00 CAD weekends, mountain retreats, enabled travel, romantic getaways, traveling with pets, and more--this Hardcover fun-packed guide offers an adventure you can experience in 36 to 72 hours. Highlighting the best short escapes 704 Pages from hubs across the globe, these trips cover more than 40 countries around the world with escapes like: Carton Qty: 20 Travel / Special Interest Two days sailing off the coast of the Bahamas TRV026000 Camping with wild horses on Assateague Island in Maryla... 23.2 cm H | 18.1 cm W | 453.6 g Wt Contributor Bio Author Bio: One of the world's leading nonfiction publishers, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC has published more than 1,700 titles, featuring such categories as history, travel, nature, photography, space, science, health, biography, and memoir. A portion of its proceeds is used to fund exploration, conservation, and education through ongoing contributions to the work of the National Geographic Society.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC 100 Slopes of a Lifetime The World's Ultimate Ski and Snowboard Destinations National Geographic, Gordy Megroz

Summary Catalog Copy: This ultimate skier and snowboarder bucket list, from celebrated runs in Alta, Utah, to the challenge of Switzerland's 4 Vallees races through 100 energizing snowy experiences for all levels.

National Geographic Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from experts, need-to-know travel information, 9781426221958 and practical tips, this inspirational guide offers the planet's best ski and snowboarding experiences on On Sale Date: 10/19/21 $35.00 USD/$44.00 CAD breathtaking slopes around the world. Hardcover Complete with a foreword from celebrated Olympic alpine skier Lindsey Vonn, 100 Slopes of a Lifetime is 400 Pages Carton Qty: 20 divided by interest and skill level: cross-country routes to intermediate downhill moguls to expert-only Travel / Special Interest backcountry terrain, skiers and snowboarders will find the perfect destination for their dream terrain. From TRV026080 dreamy Colorado escapes to Hokkaido, Japan, where Siberian storms dump more than 60 feet of snow every 21.6 cm H | 21.6 cm W | year, you'll find countless slopes to add to your bucket list from the wilds of Alaska to breathtaking Morocco. 453.6 g Wt Plus find plenty of apres ski activities including:

Getting up close with elk in Jackson Hole Trying Europe's...

Contributor Bio Author Bio: Gordy Megroz is a correspondent and former editor for Outside magazine. He is also a regular contributor to Men's Journal, Bloomberg Business Week, Mountain magazine, and SKI, where he writes investigative pieces, as well as profiles of athletes, companies, and places. Megroz was born and raised in Vermont and now lives in Jackson, Wyoming. When he's not at his desk, you can find him skiing, mountain biking, or climbing around the Tetons.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC The Blue Zones Challenge Your Guide to a Healthier, Happier, Longer Life Dan Buettner, Disney Storybook Art Team

Summary Catalog Copy: In this companion to the number one New York Times bestseller The Blue Zones Kitchen, Dan Buettner offers a four-week guide and year-long sustainability program to jump-start your journey to better health, happiness, less stress, and a longer life.

Get started on the path to a longer, healthier, happier life with this quick start to building your own Blue Zones lifestyle. Dan Buettner, founder of the Blue Zones and author of the New York Times number one best-selling Blue Zones Kitchen, offers the challenge of a lifetime: Build a foundation for better nutrition, more exercise, and a stronger social life that will extend your lifetime by years. National Geographic 9781426221941 On Sale Date: 12/7/21 In this easy-to-implement guide, you'll start with the rules of the Blue Zones Challenge, including tips and $19.99 USD/$24.99 CAD tricks from the five Blue Zones--locations around the world where people consistently live to 100--advice for Hardcover setting up a successful kitchen and pantry, and resources for expanding you support network. Then, follow 240 Pages week-by-week prompts to Carton Qty: 20 Health & Fitness / Longevity Change your diet HEA049000 Increase your activity 453.6 g Wt Update your living spaces Build your social life...

Contributor Bio Author Bio: Dan Buettner is a National Geographic Explorer, a writer, and the founder of Quest Network, Inc. His 2005 cover story for National Geographic magazine, "Secrets of Living Longer," was a finalist for the National Magazine Award. He has appeared on CNN, David Letterman, Good Morning America, Primetime Live, and the Today show to discuss his Blue Zones research, and he has delivered more than 500 keynote speeches over the last Expect the Unexpected Anthony Fauci on Truth, Service, and the Way Forward Anthony Fauci

Summary Catalog Copy: In his own words, world-renowned infectious disease specialist Anthony Fauci shares the lessons that have shaped his life philosophy, offering an intimate view of one of the world's greatest medical minds as well as universal advice to live by.

Before becoming the face of the White House Coronavirus Task Force and America’s most trusted doctor, Dr. Anthony Fauci had already devoted three decades to public service. Those looking to live a more compassionate National Geographic and purposeful life will find inspiration in his unique perspective on leadership, expecting the unexpected, and 9781426222450 On Sale Date: 11/2/21 finding joy in difficult times. $18.00 USD/$23.00 CAD Hardcover

80 Pages With more than three decades spent combating some of the most dangerous diseases to strike humankind-- Carton Qty: 40 AIDS, Ebola, COVID-19--Dr. Fauci has worked in daunting professional conditions and shouldered great Biography & Autobiography responsibility. The earnest reflections in these pages offer a universal message on how to lead in times of crisis / Medical (incl. Patients) BIO017000 and find resilience in the face of disappointments and obstacles. 453.6 g Wt

Sure to strike a chord with readers, t... Contributor Bio Author Bio: Dr. Anthony Fauci is one of the most celebrated and trusted doctors, both in the United States and around the world. He has delivered a series of global lectures and is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the National Medal of Science. Appointed Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease in 1984, he has advised six Presidents on HIV/AIDS, as well as many other National Geographic Fall 2021 - April 2021 Page 7

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS National Geographic Kids Animal Encyclopedia 2nd edition 2,500 Animals with Photos, Maps, and More! National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: Discover the thousands of animals that call Earth home in this new edition of National Geographic's best-selling Animal Encyclopedia. Updated and reviewed by experts in the field for the most accurate, up-to-date information, this comprehensive reference book features 2,500 species, 1,000 stunning photos, and more than a dozen engaging maps. Jam-packed with fun facts--such as the world's tallest animal, the longest living animal on Earth, and even the smelliest--it also contains new, exclusive "From the Field" reports highlighting National Geographic explorers working around the world to study and protect every kind of animal, from giraffes to penguins and sharks to National Geographic Kids snails. Kids will love diving into topics like animal homes and habitats, migration, life cycles and babies, 9781426372308 On Sale Date: 9/28/21 conservation and more! This must-have encyclopedia for all animal lovers also includes an extensive listing of $24.99 USD/$30.99 CAD animal species with basic facts and figures, and a comprehensive glossary and index. Hardcover Perfect for reading for fun or researching for school, or for use in the classroom, this second 304 Pages edition... Carton Qty: 20 Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Contributor Bio Juvenile Nonfiction / Author Bio: LUCY SPELMAN is a board-certified zoo and wildlife veterinarian with degrees from Brown Animals JNF003000 University and the University of California, Davis. During her tenure as the first woman and youngest person to 30.2 cm H | 23.2 cm W | head the Smithsonian's National Zoo, she brought two giant pandas to the U.S. from China and launched a 453.6 g Wt major renovation plan. She worked as a consultant for Animal Planet before moving to central Africa to run the field program for Gorilla Doctors. Inspired by the many connections between the arts and sciences, she began teaching biology at the Rhode Island School of Design in 2010, and founded the nonprofit Creature Conserve in 2015. Spelman sees patients in clinical practice and is a National Geographic Explorer. She is also the author of numerous scientific articles and The Rhino with Glue-on Shoes, a collection of true stories. She lives in Rhode Island with her two terriers, Hatch and Trip.

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Treasury of Magical Tales From Around the World Enchanting Tales from Around the World Donna Jo Napoli, Christina Balit

Summary Catalog Copy: A flower-spouting princess, gobbling prince, emerald-winged fairy, foolish giants, fearsome ogres, and talking frog and fish are just a few of the captivating characters found in this anthology of beloved stories from 29 places around the world, from the Arctic to Africa to Asia to Australia to Europe to the Americas.

Meet a sailor with an ogre wife in a story from China, a young girl who outsmarts giants in a tale from Fiji, a National Geographic Kids clever rooster seeking its fortune in a tale from Morocco, a music-playing jaguar in a story from Ecuador, and 9781426372483 On Sale Date: 10/26/21 princes turned to statues in a story from Italy. $24.99 USD/$30.99 CAD Hardcover Donna Jo Napoli’s powerful storytelling makes these stories fresh and fun, and Christina Balit’s 208 Pages dazzling illustrations make this book a true treasure—a very special gift and a must-have for family Carton Qty: 40 bookshelves. Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore Complete your National Geographic Treasury collection with these popular titles: JUV012030 30.2 cm H | 23.2 cm W | Treasury of Greek Mythology 453.6 g Wt Treasury of Egyptian Mythology Treasury of Norse Mythology Tales from the Arabian Nights Treasury of Bible Stories

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS Photo Ark ABC An Animal Alphabet in Poetry and Pictures Debbie Levy, Joel Sartore

Summary Catalog Copy: From armadillo to zebra, this enchanting picture book pairs the stunning photography of National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore with playful poems by New York Times best-selling author Debbie Levy to represent the letters of the alphabet and celebrate the diversity of the animal world.

National Geographic Kids This unique alphabet book is a dazzling journey through the animal kingdom. It invites children and their 9781426372469 On Sale Date: 10/19/21 families to linger over Sartore’s spectacular portraits of animals both familiar and little known, to look these $19.99 USD/$24.99 CAD incredible creatures in the eye and marvel at their shape, form, and expression. Each animal is showcased in an Hardcover Picture Book original poem by Levy, whose clever, quirky verse and exuberant wordplay will delight readers young and old. 48 Pages The photos are part of Sartore’s mission to photograph all the animal species in human care, with special Carton Qty: 20 attention given to rare and endangered species. Ages 3 to 7, Grades P to 2 Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals A beautiful gift book for animal lovers of any age, and a very special read-aloud ABC book for young JNF003000 children. 27.9 cm H | 25.4 cm W | 453.6 g Wt More popular National Geographic gift books for animal lovers include:

Photo Ark: Celebratin...

Contributor Bio Author Bio: DEBBIE LEVY is the author of more than 25 books of nonfiction, fiction, and poetry for young people, including New York Times best seller I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark, winner of the Sydney Taylor Book Award and National Jewish Book Award. Her most recent releases include Becoming RBG: Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Journey to Justice (graphic novel–style biography); This Promise of Change: One Girl’s Story in the Fight for School Equality; and a new edition of her 2010 book, The Year of Goodbyes: A True Story of Weird But True New York City National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: Think you know the Big Apple? Think again! Did you know that 25 species of shark swim off NYC's coastline? Or that astronauts can see the lights of Times Square from space? And get this: In New York, Sesame Street is a real place AND there's a library where you can visit the actual stuffed animals that inspired the characters in Winnie the Pooh! National Geographic Kids Explore 300 wacky facts and pictures from the five boroughs. You'll get a look at the city's storied past, learn 9781426372322 about weird stuff in New York today, and even meet a couple of goats that held up traffic on the subway. The On Sale Date: 9/14/21 $8.99 USD/$12.99 CAD city that never sleeps truly has something for everyone--from giant pillow fights to epic Broadway musicals to Paperback pizza-loving rats. Whether you're an NYC native, an adventure-loving tourist, an armchair traveler, or a trivia buff, 208 Pages Carton Qty: 48 this fact-packed, fun-filled book is for you! Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Complete your collection with other Weird But True! fan-favorites: Weird But True! Animals; Weird Juvenile Nonfiction / But True! USA; Weird But True! Dinosaurs; Ye Olde Weird But True; Weird But True! Gross; and Curiosities & Wonders JNF016000 more! Series: Weird But True 16.5 cm H | 16.5 cm W | 453.6 g Wt Contributor Bio Author Bio: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS inspires young adventurers to explore the world through its award- winning books, magazines, website, television series, radio show, games, and events, and is the only major kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS Brain Candy 3 Michelle Harris, Julie Beer, National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: Elephants have thick skin, but just how thick? Turns out it's 50 times thicker than human skin and can add as much as 2,000 pounds (900kg) to the weight of this massive animal!

Earth's smaller animals offer some sweet surprises, too. Hop on a honeybee to discover just how hardworking National Geographic Kids these fast-flying insects are. They beat their wings 200 times a second as they fly about. And no wonder 9781426372506 they're so busy---they need to pollinate two million flowers to make just one pound (.45 kg) of honey. On Sale Date: 10/5/21 $8.99 USD/$12.99 CAD Paperback Brain Candy books take a novel approach to learning by serving up an appetizing assortment of facts and numbers, then diving deeper into each topic. 208 Pages Carton Qty: 48 Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Like learning cool facts and how they're connected to the bigger picture? Treat yourself to a little Juvenile Nonfiction / Brain Candy! Sure to be an addictive addition to the bookshelves of Weird But True! and Just Joking Science & Nature JNF051000 fans and curious kids everywhere. Series: Brain Candy 16.5 cm H | 16.5 cm W | Complete your fun fact book collection ... 453.6 g Wt Brain Candy and Brain Candy 2 Ultimate Weird But True! Ultimate Secrets Revealed!

Explorer Academy: The Dragon's Blood (Book 6) Trudi Trueit

Summary Catalog Copy: An explosive revelation and a familiar face in the sixth book in this adventure-packed series.

Still reeling from the life-changing discovery he found buried in the mysterious archive, Cruz Coronado grapples with an important secret as the gang heads to China in search of the second-to-last piece of the cipher. Under the watchful eye of a new adviser, life on the ship returns to almost normal...Almost.

Under the Stars Just as things seem to be going smoothly, a familiar face shocks Cruz back into reality, and the final 9781426371660 piece in this life-and-death scavenger hunt veers toward a dead end. On Sale Date: 10/5/21 $16.99 USD/$19.99 CAD Hardcover Explorer Academy features: Gripping fact-based fiction plot that inspires curiosity with new technology and innovations; Amazing inventions and gadgets; A cast of diverse, relatable characters; Secret clues, codes, and 216 Pages Carton Qty: 40 ciphers to track down within the text; Vibrant illustrations, Elements of STEAM; National Geographic explorer Print Run: 75K profiles in The Truth Behind Section. Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Fiction / Action & Complete your collection with: Adventure JUV001000 Series: Explorer Academy The Nebula Secret (1) 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | The Falcon’s Feather (2) 453.6 g Wt The Double Helix (...

Contributor Bio Author Bio: TRUDI TRUEIT has written more than 100 books for young readers, both fiction and nonfiction. Her love of writing began in fourth grade, when she wrote, directed, and starred in her first play. She went on to be a TV National Geographic Fall 2021 - April 2021 Page 10

UNDER THE STARS Izzy Newton and the S.M.A.R.T. Squad: Newton's Flaw (Book 2) Valerie Tripp, Geneva Bowers

Summary Catalog Copy: When middle-school mishaps happen, five friends form the S.M.A.R.T. Squad and use their collective skills and the power of STEM to bring order to their school. Join Izzy Newton in the second adventure of this fun new fiction series, where science reigns supreme.

With their first mystery solved and first-day jitters triumphantly behind them, Izzy and her pals---the Solving Mysteries and Revealing Truths Squad---start to settle in to the normal day-to-day at Atom Middle School. Izzy even works up the courage to try out for an all-boys sports team! Things are going well until a mysterious illness threatens to shut down the media center---and maybe the entire school. The S.M.A.R.T. Squad is on the case in a race to figure out what ails them. But that's not all. A pop-up science fair causes excitement and tension for the Squad. And Izzy's failure to speak up in her speech class feels like an obstacle she can't Under the Stars overcome. Can the girls pull together to solve the media center mystery? Will their STEM smarts help them rock 9781426371530 On Sale Date: 11/2/21 the science fair? Or will Izzy Newton's flaws mean ... $12.99 USD/$17.99 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards Contributor Bio 192 Pages Author Bio: VALERIE TRIPP is the co-creator of the American Girl book series that includes titles featuring Carton Qty: 40 Felicity, Josefina, Kit, Maryellen, Molly, and Samantha. Tripp also wrote American Girl's WellieWishers titles, Print Run: 50K Hopscotch Hill School titles, numerous leveled readers, songs, stories, skills book pages, and plays for Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Fiction / Mysteries educational publishers. Tripp is writer and editorial director of the Boys Camp series, and a writer, editor, and & Detective Stories art editor for Sterling Publishing Company. Tripp received a B.A. and honors as a member of the first JUV028000 co-educated class at Yale University and a master of education degree from Harvard University. 21 cm H | 13.3 cm W | 453.6 Illustrator Bio: GENEVA BOWERS is a self-taught illustrator who lives in the North Carolina mountains. Her g Wt drawing career started at age seven, when she wanted to draw horses better than her sister. Bowers works mostly digitally, using a vivid palette and simple shapes to create interesting images. She enjoys hiking mountains, playing dungeon-crawling video games, and cracking bad puns.

National Geographic Kids World Atlas 6th edition National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: The map experts at National Geographic bring you a new atlas that captures our world with completely updated maps, stats, and fun facts--the perfect reference for curious kids and students. Learn all about the people, places, trends, and developments of our world in the sixth edition of this acclaimed atlas. All the latest, greatest geographic and political information makes this a valuable resource for using in the classroom or reading at home. This new edition features:• A new map on global migration that introduces kids to the movement of people around the world• New graphics that present facts in an easy-to-read format• Colorful photography that shows National Geographic Kids the beauty and diversity of our world 9781426372285 On Sale Date: 8/3/21 $24.99 USD/$30.99 CAD This atlas is the perfect reference for kids to learn about lands close to home or oceans away. Hardcover Complete your atlas collection with the National Geographic Kids United States Atlas, 6th edition! 216 Pages And for younger readers, don’t miss the National Geographic Kids Beginner’s World Atlas, 4th edition, and the Carton Qty: 40 National Geographic Kids Beginner’s United States Atlas, 3rd edition. Ages 10 to 14, Grades 5 to 9 Juvenile Nonfiction / Reference JNF048020 Contributor Bio 30.2 cm H | 23.2 cm W | 453.6 g Wt Author Bio: National Geographic is a recognized authority in mapping excellence. For 120 years, National Geographic maps have helped spread geographic knowledge to people around the world. A multimillion-dollar database allows National Geographic to combine the latest data gained by space-age technology with innovative digital mapping techniques to create state-of-the-art political, physical, and thematic maps. Meticulous research and attention to detail have established a standard of achievement that is second to none. Illustrator Bio:

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS Segregated Skies David Harris's Trailblazing Journey to Rise Above Racial Barriers Michael H. Cottman

Summary Catalog Copy: It was 1964 and black men didn't fly commercial jets. But David Harris was about to change that ...

After years of flying B-52 bombers in the United States Air Force, David Harris applied to be a pilot for commercial airliners, an opportunity no other African American before him---not even the famed Tuskegee Airmen---had ever been afforded. After receiving rejection after rejection, he finally signed on with American Airlines in 1964. But this success was just the beginning of another uphill battle for equal treatment.

It was the height of the civil rights movement, a time of massive protests as people struggled to end racial National Geographic Kids segregation and give Black people equal rights. As a light-skinned, light-eyed Black man, David was told by 9781426371974 On Sale Date: 12/21/21 many people he could have "passed" for white. But he didn't do that. Instead, he made the bold decision to $18.99 USD/$23.99 CAD disclose his race to his employers and fellow airmen. He had experienced discrimination throughout his life, but Hardcover this was different. He now carried the pride of his family and the hopes of future Black aviators on his 128 Pages shoulders. Carton Qty: 40 Print Run: 20K This ... Ages 9 to 12, Grades 4 to 7 Juvenile Nonfiction / Social Topics Contributor Bio JNF053140 Author Bio: MICHAEL H. COTTMAN is an award-winning journalist, author, and formerly a political reporter for 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | the Washington Post and editor at NBCBLK. Today, he serves as a contributor to NBC News Digital. His past 453.6 g Wt books include Shackles From the Deep (which earned a starred review from Booklist as well as rave reviews from Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, and The Horn Book), The Wreck of the Henrietta Marie, and Million Man March. He has appeared on National Public Radio's Tell Me More, CNN, the History Channel, and The Oprah Winfrey Show to discuss his work. Cottman was also part of the Newsday reporting team that in 1992 won journalism's highest honor, the Pulitzer Prize, for their coverage of a deadly subway crash in New York. He lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Little Kids First Board Book: Trucks Ruth Musgrave, Ruth A. Musgrave

Summary Catalog Copy: Calling all truck fans! From dump trucks to cement trucks to monster trucks, these colorful pages introduce big trucks and their special jobs to the littlest fans.

Bursting with vivid photos, each spread in this sturdy book features a terrific truck, along with super-simple National Geographic Kids facts and lively, age-appropriate language to keep babies and toddlers—and their grown-ups—engaged. 9781426371455 On Sale Date: 10/26/21 $7.99 USD/$10.99 CAD Designed to be the stepping-stone to the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, the Board Book Little Kids First Board Book series takes similar subjects and distills them down to the simplest nonfiction concepts for the youngest audience. Not only will little ones learn about different kinds of trucks, but they can 26 Pages Carton Qty: 48 also find recurring shapes and patterns in the art, while adults can keep their eyes open for occasional funny Ages 0 to 2, Grades P to P commentary. Sidebar text offers additional learning for older siblings or those ready for more complex Juvenile Nonfiction / information. Transportation JNF057030 Series: First Board Books With their square shape, bright and playful design, awesome photography, clear text, and cues to 17.8 cm H | 17.8 cm W | encourage interactive learning, the Little Kids First ... 453.6 g Wt Contributor Bio Author Bio: RUTH A. MUSGRAVE, B.S. Education, is an award-winning children’s writer specializing in marine and animal science. As a naturalist, lucky hitchhiker on scientific trips, and proud science nerd, Musgrave works with scientists around the world and shares their research and discoveries through her freelance work as the contributing writer for National Geographic Little Kids magazine and frequent writer for National Geographic Kids magazine, and author of several books for National Geographic, including Everything Sharks, Just Joking 3, the Little Kids First Board Book series, and the National Geographic Little Kids Look & Learn series. She lives in Tualatin, Oregon. Web: ruthamusgrave.com.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS National Geographic Readers: Rainforests (Level 2) Andrea Silen

Summary Catalog Copy: Rainforests cover only a small amount of the planet, but they have more unique plants and animals than anywhere else on Earth. Packed with captivating photos, this Level 2 reader reveals the layers of rainforests, the difference between temperate and tropical rainforests, and some of the amazing animals that live in these important ecosystems. These key features make National Geographic Level 2 readers a winner with kids, parents, and educators:

Expert-vetted text appropriate for age level 5 to 8 and grade level K to 3rd grade Brilliant and eye-catching National Geographic images High-interest topic National Geographic Kids A fun approach to reading 9781426338380 On Sale Date: 10/5/21 Accessible, yet wide-ranging information for kids ready to read on their own, perfect to encourage $4.99 USD/$6.99 CAD Paperback the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!

32 Pages Carton Qty: 48 About the series: This high-interest, educationally vetted readers series features magnificent National Ages 5 to 8, Grades K to 3 Geographic images, accompanied by text written by experienced, skilled children’s book authors. Each reader Juvenile Nonfiction / includes interactive features in which kids get to use what they’ve learned in the book. Level 1 books reinf... Animals JNF003300 Series: National Geographic Contributor Bio Readers Author Bio: ANDREA SILEN is a writer, editor, and frequent contributor to National Geographic Kids media, 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | 0.8 including National Geographic Kids magazine and the accompanying website. cm T | 453.6 g Wt

National Geographic Readers: In the Desert (Pre-Reader) Michaela Weglinski

Summary Catalog Copy: If you visited the desert, what would you see? In this fun pre-reader, young readers will learn about deserts around the world and the animals that live in these dry places, from camels and fennec foxes to desert lizards and tortoises. Key features include:

Expert-vetted text appropriate for ages 2 to 5 and up to a kindergarten grade level Brilliant and eye-catching National Geographic images A vocabulary tree and wrap-up activity that introduces kids to new words and concepts

National Geographic Kids Perfect for beginning and young readers, National Geographic Pre-readers give kids a chance to use 9781426338342 what they’ve learned, while expanding their understanding of the world. On Sale Date: 10/5/21 About the series: This high-interest, educationally vetted readers series features magnificent National $4.99 USD/$6.99 CAD Paperback Geographic images accompanied by text written by experienced, skilled children’s book authors. Each reader includes a glossary and interactive features in which kids get to use what they’ve learned in the book. Level 1 24 Pages Carton Qty: 48 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. Level 2 readers feature slightly Ages 2 to 5, Grades P to K high... Juvenile Nonfiction / Readers Contributor Bio JNF045000 Author Bio: 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W MICHAELA WEGLINSKI is an assistant editor at National Geographic Kids. As a kid, she was captivated by the beautiful desert landscape when visiting Canyonlands and Arches National Parks in Utah, U.S.A. She lives in Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.A., with two cats and a few thriving succulents.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS Photo Ark ABC An Animal Alphabet in Poetry and Pictures Debbie Levy, Joel Sartore

National Geographic Kids This unique alphabet book is a dazzling journey through the animal kingdom. It invites children and their 9781426372476 On Sale Date: 10/19/21 families to linger over Sartore’s spectacular portraits of animals both familiar and little known, to look these $29.90 USD/$37.90 CAD incredible creatures in the eye and marvel at their shape, form, and expression. Each animal is showcased in an Hardcover Picture Book original poem by Levy, whose clever, quirky verse and exuberant wordplay will delight readers young and old. 48 Pages The photos are part of Sartore’s mission to photograph all the animal species in human care, with special Carton Qty: 20 attention given to rare and endangered species. Ages 3 to 7, Grades P to 2 Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals A beautiful gift book for animal lovers of any age, and a very special read-aloud ABC book for young JNF003000 children. 27.9 cm H | 25.4 cm W | 453.6 g Wt More popular National Geographic gift books for animal lovers include:

Animal Ark by Joel Sa...

With their first mystery solved and first-day jitters triumphantly behind them, Izzy and her pals---the Solving Mysteries and Revealing Truths Squad---start to settle in to the normal day-to-day at Atom Middle School. Izzy even works up the courage to try out for an all-boys sports team! Things are going well until a mysterious illness threatens to shut down the media center---and maybe the entire school. The S.M.A.R.T. Squad is on the case in a race to figure out what ails them. But that's not all. A pop-up science fair causes excitement and tension for the Squad. And Izzy's failure to speak up in her speech class feels like an obstacle she can't Under the Stars overcome. Can the girls pull together to solve the media center mystery? Will their STEM smarts help them rock 9781426371547 On Sale Date: 11/2/21 the science fair? Or will Izzy Newton's flaws mean ... $22.90 USD/$29.90 CAD Hardcover Contributor Bio 192 Pages Author Bio: VALERIE TRIPP is the co-creator of the American Girl book series that includes titles featuring Carton Qty: 40 Felicity, Josefina, Kit, Maryellen, Molly, and Samantha. Tripp also wrote American Girl's WellieWishers titles, Print Run: 2K Hopscotch Hill School titles, numerous leveled readers, songs, stories, skills book pages, and plays for Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Fiction / Mysteries educational publishers. Tripp is writer and editorial director of the Boys Camp series, and a writer, editor, and & Detective Stories art editor for Sterling Publishing Company. Tripp received a B.A. and honors as a member of the first JUV028000 co-educated class at Yale University and a master of education degree from Harvard University. 21 cm H | 13.3 cm W | 453.6 Illustrator Bio: GENEVA BOWERS is a self-taught illustrator who lives in the North Carolina mountains. Her g Wt drawing career started at age seven, when she wanted to draw horses better than her sister. Bowers works mostly digitally, using a vivid palette and simple shapes to create interesting images. She enjoys hiking mountains, playing dungeon-crawling video games, and cracking bad puns.

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UNDER THE STARS Explorer Academy: The Dragon's Blood (Book 6) Trudi Trueit

Summary Catalog Copy: An explosive revelation and a familiar face in the sixth book in this adventure-packed series.

Under the Stars Just as things seem to be going smoothly, a familiar face shocks Cruz back into reality, and the final 9781426371677 piece in this life-and-death scavenger hunt veers toward a dead end. On Sale Date: 10/5/21 $26.90 USD/$35.90 CAD Hardcover Explorer Academy features: Gripping fact-based fiction plot that inspires curiosity with new technology and innovations; Amazing inventions and gadgets; A cast of diverse, relatable characters; Secret clues, codes, and 216 Pages Carton Qty: 40 ciphers to track down within the text; Vibrant illustrations, Elements of STEAM; National Geographic explorer Print Run: 2.5K profiles in The Truth Behind Section. Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Fiction / Action & Complete your collection with: Adventure JUV001000 Series: Explorer Academy The Nebula Secret (1) 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | The Falcon’s Feather (2) 453.6 g Wt The Double Helix ...

Summary Catalog Copy: It was 1964 and Black men didn't fly commercial jets. But David Harris was about to change that ... After years of flying B-52 bombers in the United States Air Force, David Harris applied to be a pilot for commercial airliners, an opportunity no other African American before him---not even the famed Tuskegee Airmen---had ever been afforded. After receiving rejection after rejection, he finally signed on with American Airlines in 1964. But this success was just the beginning of another uphill battle for equal treatment. It was the height of the civil rights movement, a time of massive protests as people struggled to end racial segregation and give black people equal rights. As a light-skinned, light-eyed Black man, David was told by many people he could have "passed" for white. But he didn't do that. Instead, he made the bold decision to National Geographic Kids disclose his race to his employers and fellow airmen. He had experienced discrimination throughout his life, but 9781426371981 On Sale Date: 12/21/21 this was different. He now carried the pride of his family and the hopes of future Black aviators on his $28.90 USD/$36.90 CAD shoulders. Hardcover This g... 128 Pages Carton Qty: 40 Contributor Bio Print Run: 2K Author Bio: Ages 9 to 12, Grades 4 to 7 Juvenile Nonfiction / Social MICHAEL H. COTTMAN is an award-winning journalist, author, and formerly a political reporter for the Topics Washington Post and editor at NBCBLK. Today, he serves as a contributor to NBC News Digital. His past books JNF053140 include Shackles From the Deep (which earned a starred review from Booklist as well as rave reviews from 22.9 cm H | 15.2 cm W | Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, and The Horn Book), The Wreck of the Henrietta Marie, and Million Man March. He 453.6 g Wt has appeared on National Public Radio's Tell Me More, CNN, the History Channel, and The Oprah Winfrey Show to discuss his work. Cottman was also part of the Newsday reporting team that in 1992 won journalism's highest honor, the Pulitzer Prize, for their coverage of a deadly subway crash in New York. He lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS National Geographic Readers: In the Desert (Pre-Reader) Michaela Weglinski

National Geographic Kids Perfect for beginning and young readers, National Geographic Pre-readers give kids a chance to use 9781426338359 what they’ve learned, while expanding their understanding of the world. On Sale Date: 10/5/21 About the series: This high-interest, educationally vetted readers series features magnificent National $14.90 USD/$19.90 CAD Hardcover Geographic images accompanied by text written by experienced, skilled children’s book authors. Each reader includes a glossary and interactive features in which kids get to use what they’ve learned in the book. Level 1 24 Pages Carton Qty: 48 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. Level 2 readers feature slightly Ages 2 to 5, Grades P to K high... Juvenile Nonfiction / Readers Contributor Bio JNF045000 Author Bio: 23.6 cm H | 16 cm W | 1 cm T | 453.6 g Wt MICHAELA WEGLINSKI is an assistant editor at National Geographic Kids. As a kid, she was captivated by the beautiful desert landscape when visiting Canyonlands and Arches National Parks in Utah, U.S.A. She lives in Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.A., with two cats and a few thriving succulents.

National Geographic Readers: Rainforests (Level 2) Andrea Silen

Expert-vetted text appropriate for age level 5 to 8 and grade level K to 3rd grade Brilliant and eye-catching National Geographic images High-interest topic National Geographic Kids A fun approach to reading 9781426338397 On Sale Date: 10/5/21 Accessible, yet wide-ranging information for kids ready to read on their own, perfect to encourage $14.90 USD/$19.90 CAD Hardcover the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!

32 Pages Carton Qty: 48 About the series: This high-interest, educationally vetted readers series features magnificent National Ages 5 to 8, Grades K to 3 Geographic images, accompanied by text written by experienced, skilled children’s book authors. Each reader Juvenile Nonfiction / includes interactive features in which kids get to use what they’ve learned in the book. Level 1 books reinf... Animals JNF003300 Series: National Geographic Contributor Bio Readers Author Bio: ANDREA SILEN is a writer, editor, and frequent contributor to National Geographic Kids media, 23.6 cm H | 15.9 cm W | 1 including National Geographic Kids magazine and the accompanying website. cm T | 453.6 g Wt

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS Weird But True New York City 300 Bizarre Facts About the Big Apple National Geographic Kids

Summary Catalog Copy: Think you know the Big Apple? Think again!

Did you know that 25 species of shark swim off NYC's coastline? National Geographic Kids 9781426372339 Or that astronauts can see the lights of Times Square from space? On Sale Date: 9/14/21 $18.90 USD/$24.90 CAD Hardcover And get this: In New York, Sesame Street is a real place AND there's a library where you can visit the actual stuffed animals that inspired the characters in Winnie the Pooh! 208 Pages Carton Qty: 48 Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Explore 300 wacky facts and pictures from the five boroughs. You'll get a look at the city's storied past, learn Juvenile Nonfiction / about weird stuff in New York today, and even meet a couple of goats that held up traffic on the subway. The Curiosities & Wonders JNF016000 city that never sleeps truly has something for everyone--from giant pillow fights to epic Broadway musicals to Series: Weird But True pizza-loving rats. 16.5 cm H | 16.5 cm W | 453.6 g Wt Whether you're an NYC native, an adventure-loving tourist, an armchair traveler, or a trivia buff, this fact-packed, fun-filled book is for you!

Complete your collection with other Weird But True! fan-favorites: Weird But True! Animals; Weird But True! USA; Weird But True! Dinosaurs; Ye Olde Weird But True; Weird But True! Gross; and more!

Contributor Bio Author Bio: Brain Candy 3 Michelle Harris, Julie Beer, National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: Elephants have thick skin, but just how thick? Turns out it's 50 times thicker than human skin and can add as much as 2,000 pounds (900 kg) to the weight of this massive animal! Earth's smaller animals offer some sweet surprises, too. Hop on a honeybee to discover just how hardworking these fast-flying insects are. They beat their wings 200 times a second as they fly about. And no wonder they're so busy—they need to pollinate two National Geographic Kids million flowers just to make just one pound (.45 kg) of honey. Like learning cool facts and how they're 9781426372513 connected to the bigger picture? Treat yourself to a little Brain Candy! Brain Candy books take a novel approach On Sale Date: 10/5/21 $18.90 USD/$23.90 CAD to learning by serving up an appetizing assortment of facts and numbers, then diving deeper into each topic. Hardcover This series is sure to be an addictive addition to the bookshelves of Weird But True! and Just Joking fans and curious kids everywhere. 208 Pages Carton Qty: 48 Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Nonfiction / Science & Nature Contributor Bio JNF051000 Author Bio: Series: Brain Candy NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS inspires young adventurers to explore the world through its award-winning 16.5 cm H | 16.5 cm W | 453.6 g Wt books, magazines, website, television shows, apps, games, toys, and events. It is the only major kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS Treasury of Magical Tales From Around the World Enchanting Tales from Around the World Donna Jo Napoli, Christina Balit

Meet a sailor with an ogre wife in a story from China, a young girl who outsmarts giants in a tale from Fiji, a National Geographic Kids clever rooster seeking its fortune in a tale from Morocco, a music-playing jaguar in a story from Ecuador, and 9781426372490 On Sale Date: 10/26/21 princes turned to statues in a story from Italy. $34.90 USD/$43.90 CAD Hardcover Donna Jo Napoli’s powerful storytelling makes these stories fresh and fun, and Christina Balit’s 208 Pages dazzling illustrations make this book a true treasure—a very special gift and a must-have for family Carton Qty: 48 bookshelves. Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Juvenile Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore Complete your National Geographic Treasury collection with these popular titles: JUV012030 Treasury of Greek Mythology 30.2 cm H | 23.2 cm W | Treasury of Egyptian Mythology 453.6 g Wt Treasury of Norse Mythology Tales from the Arabian Nights Treasury of Bible Stories

Contributor Bio Author Bio: DONNA JO NAPOLI is a professor of linguistics and social justice at Swarthmore College, mother of five, National Geographic Kids Animal Encyclopedia 2nd edition 2,500 Animals with Photos, Maps, and More! National Geographic

Summary Catalog Copy: Discover the thousands of animals that call Earth home in this new edition of National Geographic's best-selling Animal Encyclopedia. Updated and reviewed by experts in the field for the most accurate, up-to-date information, this comprehensive reference book features 2,500 species, 1,000 stunning photos, and more than a dozen engaging maps. Jam-packed with fun facts--such as the world's tallest animal, the longest living animal on Earth, and even the smelliest--it also contains new, exclusive "From the Field" reports highlighting National Geographic explorers working around the world to study and protect every kind of animal, from giraffes to penguins and sharks to National Geographic Kids snails. Kids will love diving into topics like animal homes and habitats, migration, life cycles and babies, 9781426372315 On Sale Date: 9/28/21 conservation and more! This must-have encyclopedia for all animal lovers also includes an extensive listing of $34.90 USD/$43.90 CAD animal species with basic facts and figures, and a comprehensive glossary and index. Hardcover Perfect for reading for fun or researching for school, or for use in the classroom, this second 304 Pages edition... Carton Qty: 48 Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7 Contributor Bio Juvenile Nonfiction / Author Bio: LUCY SPELMAN is a board-certified zoo and wildlife veterinarian with degrees from Brown Animals JNF003000 University and the University of California, Davis. During her tenure as the first woman and youngest person to 30.2 cm H | 23.2 cm W | head the Smithsonian's National Zoo, she brought two giant pandas to the U.S. from China and launched a 453.6 g Wt major renovation plan. She worked as a consultant for Animal Planet before moving to central Africa to run the field program for Gorilla Doctors. Inspired by the many connections between the arts and sciences, she began teaching biology at the Rhode Island School of Design in 2010, and founded the nonprofit Creature Conserve in 2015. Spelman sees patients in clinical practice and is a National Geographic Explorer. She is also the author of numerous scientific articles and The Rhino with Glue-on Shoes, a collection of true stories. She lives in Rhode Island with her two terriers, Hatch and Trip.

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