National Geographic Kids

<p>National Geographic Kids - Bite, Sting, Kill</p>

<p>Explore the animal kingdom like never before in this thrilling roundup of animals that bite, sting … and kill.</p>

<p>A venomous lizard the size of a car. A snake that can take down an elephant. A stealthy scorpion ready to strike. Sound like the makings of the ultimate thriller movie? It’s real life. And that’s just the beginning.</p>

<p>Discover how the bites and stings of black mambas, Komodo dragons, king cobras, black widow spiders, Gila monsters, pit vipers, rattlesnakes, scorpions, and more spell certain doom for their prey. Dig deeper into topics such as how fangs work, how antivenoms are developed, what snake milkers do, and the surprising ways venom can actually help humans.</p>

<p>Unbelievable photography and lively text bring readers up close and personal to the spine-tingling action. You’ll never look at animals the same way again.</p>

<p>Discover more amazing animals with these other National Geographic Kids Books:</p>

<p>Ick! Delightfully Disgusting Animal Dinners, Dwellings, and Defenses by Melissa Stewart</p>

<p>Beastly Bionics: Rad Robots, Brilliant Biomimicry, and Incredible Inventions Inspired by Nature by Jennifer Swanson</p>

<p>Animal Zombies: And Other Bloodsucking Beasts, Creepy Creatures, and Real-Life Monsters by Chana Stiefel</p>

<p>Chomp! Fierce Facts About the BITE FORCE, CRUSHING JAWS, and MIGHTY TEETH of Earth's Champion Chewers by Brady Barr</p>

<p>National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book Of Rocks, Minerals &amp; Shells</p>

<p>Get ready to be dazzled! This lively reference book for the younger set introduces a fascinating variety of Earth’s rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and shells--from granite to gold, marble to malachite, and conchs to clams.</p>

<p>Discover how rocks are formed, the three kinds of rocks, and the difference between rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks and minerals are used in art, architecture, industry, and science. Then journey to the oceans to explore seashells and the amazing animals that once inhabited them. Packed with more than 200 stunning photos, including closeups of each specimen, this colorful book showcases breathtaking natural sites such as the Giant’s Causeway and human-built structures such as the Great Wall of China.</p>

<p>Filled with fun facts and designed for interactive learning, the Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals, and Shells is sure to become a favorite with young rock and shell collectors and their parents!</p>

<p>National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book Of Bugs</p>

<p>The experts at National Geographic present a delightful reference that introduces young children to bugs of all kinds: big and small, jumping and crawling, colourful and creepy.</p>

<p>This charming book explores backyard favourites, such as ladybugs and lightning bugs, and introduces kids to more exotic species that inhabit rain forests and deserts around the world. Colourful photos are paired with profiles of each insect, along with facts about the creatures' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a favourite at Storytime, bedtime, and any other time!</p>

<p>National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book Of Baby Animals</p>

<p>This may be the cutest Little Kids First Big Book ever! From panda cubs and prairie dog</p>

<p>pups to beluga calves and fuzzy flamingo chicks, this book is packed with fascinating information about adorable and aww-some baby animals.</p>

<p>Meet more than 40 animal babies from every corner of the globe, from ocean depths to</p>

<p>mountaintops, grassy plains to polar lands.</p>

<p>Features include:</p>

<p>A map that shows where these animals are found in the wild</p>

<p>Questions in each chapter that encourage interactive learning</p>

<p>Simple text for reading aloud or for beginning readers</p>

<p>Engaging photography of real animals in their habitats</p>

<p>Parent tips that extend the experience beyond the book</p>

<p>Find out how these wee wild ones are born, where they live, what their families are like, how they get their food, and how they learn to do things on their own―all the things that are important to young humans, too!</p>

<p>National Geographic Readers Prehistoric Sea Monsters (Level 2)</p>

<p>Meet Megalodon and more of the biggest, coolest, and creepiest marine animals from the prehistoric era!</p>

<p>Teeth, tails, and scales—oh my! Newly independent readers will be transported back to a time when bugs were big and monsters ruled the deep. Each page of this dazzling Level 2 reader is packed with jaw-dropping facts on the fiercest predators of the ancient oceans. Learn about Megalodon, the largest shark ever to have lived; Jaekelopterus, a human-size scorpion; Helicoprion, a fish whose teeth were in the shape of a circular saw; and more!</p>

<p>National Geographic Readers feature engaging text carefully vetted by expert educators and accompanied by magnificent National Geographic photography. Level 2 books feature more challenging text to help readers build their confidence, skills, and vocabulary.</p>

<p>Featuring incredible illustrations by renowned paleo-illustrator Franco Tempesta and some of the coolest species of prehistoric marine animals, National Geographic Readers Prehistoric Sea Monsters is sure to be a page-turning hit with kids!</p>

<p>Find It! Explore It! Animals</p>

<p>This unique search-and-find adventure lets kids explore and learn about the objects and creatures they find and their habitats with fun facts and awesome photographs.</p>

<p>This fact-filled search-and-find adventure activity book takes kids around the world in search of more than 250 hidden pictures of animals.</p>

<p>Kids will crisscross the planet to explore some of Earth's most unique animal habitats, from the Amazon rainforest to the African savanna to the Australian bush. Each location is illustrated with lush, jam-packed art, with plenty of animals to spot.</p>

<p>But that's not all: Turn the page, and find stunning, full-color photographs of the animals just spotted, as well as awesome information and fun facts about them.</p>

<p>The perfect boredom-buster for curious kids and animal lovers, this interactive book will keep young readers entertained as they learn!</p>

<p>Want more fact-packed boredom busters for the animal-obsessed kids in your life? Check out these other books from National Geographic Kids: National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book of Animals; National Geographic Kids Cool Animals Sticker Activity Book; National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals; Weird But True! Animals; and more!</p>

<p>Find It! Explore It! Ocean</p>

<p>This unique search-and-find adventure lets kids explore and learn about the objects and creatures they find and their habitats with fun facts and awesome photographs.</p>

<p>This fact-filled, search-and-find adventure activity book takes kids under the sea in search of more than 250 hidden pictures of narwhals, sharks, sea turtles, sunken treasures, and more.</p>

<p>Kids will dive into incredible ocean scenes, from tropical coral reefs to Antarctic penguin colonies to the deep, dark bottom of the sea. Each location is illustrated with lush, jam-packed art, with plenty of marine animals and fascinating objects to spot.</p>

<p>But that's not all: Turn the page, and find stunning, full-color photographs of the creatures and habitats just spotted, as well as awesome information and fun facts about them.</p>

<p>Go Wild! Frogs</p>

<p>Hop, splash, and ribbit with frogs in this delightful little kids introduction to these amazing amphibians!</p>

<p>Learn all about frogs, including their cool body parts, how they hunt, and where you can find them. Little kids will jump for joy over photos of red, yellow, green, and blue frogs.</p>

<p>Young readers will also find out why frogs need our help and what people around the world are doing to protect them.</p>

<p>Filled with fun facts, vibrant photos, games, and activities that will inspire kids to care about these awesome animals.</p>

<p>Complete your collection with:</p>

<p>Why? The Human Body</p>

<p>Why can kids hear better than grown-ups? Why can’t humans spit like llamas? This brainy and zany Q&amp;A book answers the serious and silly questions kids have about the human body.</p>

<p>Put on your lab coat and grab hold of your stethoscope as you embark on a scientific mission to boost your brainpower on all topics about the human body! Explore anatomy and find out why bones break. Look into the senses and discover why sour foods make your mouth pucker. Get acquainted with genetics to find out why your hair changes over time. Be boggled by the power of your brain as you decipher why you can hear yourself think. Get grossed out—in a good way—as you uncover why snot and boogers have an important job to do. Discover how scientists study new diseases, and ponder if humans will one day be able to live forever.</p>

<p>This compact and focused little sibling of the best-selling Why? Over 1,111 Answers to Everything is the second title in a series of fun-packed books designed to supercharge and satisfy your curiosity while keeping you entertained for hours. Figure out what makes you you as you marvel over hundreds of fun facts, stunning photographs, explorer interviews, and activities such as matching games and quizzes.</p>

<p>With succinct, funny text, eye-popping color photos and illustrations, and mind-boggling facts, Why? The Human Body is sure to please the Q&amp;A-loving crowd! Add to your collection with Why? Animals.</p>

<p>National Geographic Kids 5-Minute Shark Stories</p>

<p>Dive into amazing true tales about baby sharks, surprising shark friendships, daring shark rescues, swimming with sharks, and more about these fierce and fascinating fish.</p>

<p>These 12 fin-tastic true tales about sharks are all the ideal length to be read aloud in five minutes, making them perfect for bedtime, story time, or any time.</p>

<p>Kids come face-to-face with great white sharks, hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, and more as each 5-minute story takes them into the wild world of these incredible creatures. Join National Geographic underwater photographer Brian Skerry as he meets sharks with surprising personalities, and learn all about the king of the sea—the great white shark! Illustrated with colorful photographs of one of the planet’s top predators, these awe-inspiring true stories are perfect for any time you’re ready for a jaw-some reading adventure. Shark-crazy kids and other animal lovers will want to dip into this collection of true stories again and again!</p>

<p>The Ultimate Book Of Reptiles</p>

<p>Sink your fangs into the hidden worlds of these scaly and sensational creatures with leading reptile scientist and National Geographic Explorer Dr. Ruchira Somaweera as your guide.</p>

<p>Meet the coolest cold-blooded animals ever. From lizards to snakes, turtles to crocodiles, something called a tuatara, and even enormous prehistoric reptiles (think real-life sea monsters!), you’ll discover what makes a reptile a reptile; how these creatures live, hunt, hide, and raise their young, and the wild adaptations that make them so unique. Learn which snake is the most venomous on the planet and which are surprisingly gentle creatures, which reptile is born with a highly developed third eye in its forehead, and which one is so tiny it could balance on the tip of your finger—plus loads of super important conservation information and impactful ways to join the fight to save endangered reptile species right from home!</p>

<p>With gorgeous full-color photographs and nail-biting from-the-field stories from Dr. Somaweera—including the time he waded waist-deep into a cave teeming with gigantic crocodiles!—this book takes you up close and personal with wild, weird, and just plain wonderful reptiles.</p>

<p>Complete your collection with The Ultimate Book of Sharks, The Ultimate Book of African Animals, and The Ultimate Book of Big Cats!</p>

<p>Jurassic Smarts</p>

<p>Kids will earn a PhD(inosaur) degree with all the supercool, cutting-edge dino data they crave jam-packed into this tiny, T-rex-errific tome!</p>

<p>Inside, they’ll discover game-changing fossil finds, surprising dinosaur stats, and a fascinating variety of prehistoric creatures in all shapes and sizes—some totally bizarre! Encounter gentle, long-necked giants; toothy carnivores; and dinosaurs with all sorts of incredible adaptations, like vibrant feathers, massive horns, spikey battle-ax tails, and beyond! Get answers to burning dinosaur questions, like ... How do we know what colors dinosaurs were? And, gulp, could you have outrun a T. rex? Meet paleontologists digging up incredible discoveries in the field today, explore dino-themed travel destinations, find out which prehistoric creatures would win big in an eating competition, and way, WAY more.</p>

<p>This quirky, info-packed book is a feast for the eyes, with stunning illustrations and fossil photos on every page, a colorful design, and bonus fun facts sprinkled throughout. It's the perfect book for experienced dino devotees and newcomers alike.</p>

<p>For more dinosaur awesomeness from National Geographic Kids, check out these books: Weird But True! Dinosaurs; Ultimate Dinopedia, 2nd Edition; Dinosaur Atlas; and How to Survive in the Age of Dinosaurs.</p>

<p>Little Kids First Nature Guide - Explore The Beach</p>

<p>Companion to the bestselling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series, this delightful take-along nature guide helps young children find, identify, and learn about the fascinating animals, plants, and other wonders to be found at the seashore.</p>

<p>Young explorers discover a variety of cool creatures, shells, plants, and more at the beach, from crabs skittering across the sand to fish riding the waves to seagulls flying high in the sky. This sturdy take-along guide features:</p>

<p>+ Easy-to-understand profiles of a wide variety of plants and animals commonly spotted at the beach, as well as fan-favorites out in the waves like dolphins, seahorses, and jellyfish</p>

<p>+ Vibrant National Geographic photography that brings the subject matter to life and makes identification easy</p>

<p>+ “Check Me Out!” fact boxes that provide more information about each creature, including its size and color, where it’s found, and what it eats</p>

<p>+ Gallery pages featuring various beach environments, such as tide pools and sand dunes</p>

<p>+ Cool fun facts sprinkled throughout</p>

<p>+ Simple text for reading aloud or for beginning readers</p>

<p>+ Games, activities, and tips for how and where to explore</p>

<p>+ Helpful glossary</p>

<p>+ Flexible binding for durability</p>

<p>Young children and their families will be excited about going outside and exploring the world firsthand with this delightful series. Be sure to check out National Geographic Little Kids First Nature Guide: Bugs.</p>

<p>Critter Chat - World Wild Web</p>

<p>What if animals had the internet? Find out in this hilarious Critter Chat spin-off with animal group chats, social media parodies, dance trends—and MORE.</p>

<p>Critter chat is BACK with all-new imagined digital animal encounters—and it's all based on 100% true animal info.</p>

<p>Inside you'll find a group chat for bears that is oddly lacking in real bear members. (No, the koala bear does NOT count.) Meanwhile, a group of stinky animals commiserates about how no one appreciates their unique fragrance, and a rooster greets the day with exuberant ALL CAPS.</p>

<p>Among these silly conversations, you'll find tons of parody social media posts from all your favorite animals—and some you probably haven't heard of—including Instagram-style selfies (WildStyle), meal reviews on animal Yelp, and profiles of critters looking for love on BeeHarmony. Plus, sprinkled throughout are fascinating nonfiction features that give you the scoop on the absolutely real ways that animals communicate, as well as bios of real-life animal influencers making a name for themselves online today.</p>

<p>This pun-packed nugget of fun will have readers learning all about the animal kingdom—without even realizing it.</p>

<p>It's the perfect book for internet-savvy animal lovers, reluctant readers, and comedians young and old.</p>

<p>For more fun and fact-filled animal books from National Geographic Kids, don’t miss out on Critter Chat; Weird But True! Animals; Just Joking: Funny Animals; and Nerdlet: Animals!</p>

<p>Why? Animals - 99+ Awesome Answers For Curious Kids</p>

<p>Want to know why octopuses shoot ink? Or why your cat almost always lands on its feet? Or why on earth penguins can’t fly? This clever Q&amp;A book is packed with answers to your burning questions about animals!</p>

<p>If you want to rule in your knowledge about the animal kingdom and become an expert on all creatures that crawl, wriggle, run, swim, leap, and fly, this is the book for you! Roam through the savanna to discover why hyenas laugh. Slither along the forest floor to find out why snakes stick out their tongues. Pick up a magnifying glass and figure out why ants are obsessed with sugar. And get some practical advice as to why so many poisonous animals are brightly colored and why pesky mosquitoes think your feet are especially delicious!</p>

<p>From National Geographic Kids―creators of the bestselling Why? Over 1,111 Answers to Everything and Why Not? Over 1,111 Answers to Everything―Why? Animals is the first in a brand new series of fun-packed books designed to supercharge your curiosity while keeping you entertained for hours. Chomp down on hundreds of fun facts, stunning photographs, explorer interviews, and activities such as matching games and quizzes.</p>

<p>With succinct and funny text, eye-popping photos, and mind-boggling facts, Why? Animals is sure to please the Q&amp;A-loving crowd!</p>