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Weeks, Marcus.

Summary: An introduction to the life and music of the composer and musician Mozart.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2007

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 MOZ

Pillsbury, Richard.

Summary: "Explores the evolution and transformation of the American diet from colonial times to the present." Includes the introduction of exotic foods into an originally bland diet, the disappearance of early staples from the average modern diet, the influence of grocery stores and restaurants on modern diet, and more.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Westview Press 1998

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 394.1 Pills

Sommers, Lawrence M.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Westview Press 1984

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Nelson Room, Call number: NEL 917.74 MIC

Otto, Carolyn.

Summary: For two joyous weeks red is all around. The color represents luck and happiness. Children receive money wrapped in red paper, and friends and loved ones exchange poems written on red paper. The Chinese New Year is also an opportunity to remember ancestors, and to wish peace and happiness to friends and family. The holiday ends with the Festival of Lanterns, as many large communities stage the...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2015

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 394.261 OTT

Heiligman, Deborah.

Summary: Describes how the Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are celebrated around the world.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2007

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 296.431 HEI

Winters, Kay.

Summary: Individual craftsmen, artists, and laborers describe the work that they do in Egypt during the time of the Old Kingdom, and the historical note places them in context.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Society 2003

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 932 WIN

Otto, Carolyn.

Summary: An introduction to the history and traditions surrounding the Cinco de Mayo holiday.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2008

Copies Available at Peninsula

1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J394.262 OTT

Nardo, Don

Summary: Describes the life and accomplishments of the Mongol ruler, from his childhood in a nomadic tribe to his rise as a fierce warrior and leader, his implementation of military and legal reforms, and his achievments as a conquerer.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Lucent Books 2011

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 950.2 NAR

Aguilar, David A.

Summary: Provides facts about the moon, looks at the history of lunar exploration, and examines its place in the human experience.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2019

Copies Available at Peninsula

1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J523.3 AGU

Alderfer, Jonathan K.

Summary: Learn how to identify more than 150 species of North American birds by sight and by sound, and by what they eat and where they live. Includes instructions on building a bird feeder and a birdbath.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2018

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 598 ALD

Bausum, Ann

Summary: Documents the heroic wartime achievements of a World War I mascot who was adopted by a soldier as an orphaned pup and who gained military honors and a display in the Smithsonian Institution for his brave service behind enemy lines.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Natl Geographic Soc Childrens books 2014

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.4 BAU

Beer, Julie

Summary: "This book covers the planets in our solar system and galaxies beyond the Milky Way, including stories about astronauts life in space, the exoplanets, and the search for life on other planets; it features fun facts, games, hands-on activities, jokes, and more"--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2022

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 520 BEE

Cramp, Jess

Summary: Take to the seas with marine conservationist and shark researcher Captain Aquatica and her hammerhead shark sidekick, Fin, to explore the ocean's wettest and wildest depths and get the latest facts from the field!

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Partners, LLC 2019

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.46 CRA

Lessem, Don

Summary: Dinosaurs continue to fascinate kids, and although these amazing creatures roamed the Earth ages ago, new dinosaur discoveries are still being made today! The new edition of the popular Ultimate Dinopedia includes all the latest species and is the most complete, up-to-date dinosaur reference available. Find favorites, like the fierce T-rex and the gentle Brontosaurus, plus audacious new finds,...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 567.9 LES

Napoli, Donna Jo

Summary: An illustrated tableau of Egyptian myths, combines narrative accounts of the stories of the Sun God Ra, the Sphinx, and numerous pharaohs and queens along with historical, cultural, and geographic facts.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: 2013

Copies Available at Kingsley

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 299.3113 NAP

Copies Available at Peninsula

1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J299 NAP

National Geographic Society (U.S.)

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Society 1967

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Rubalcaba, Jill

Summary: "Have you ever wondered about the real location of the Garden of Eden? Or how Moses could have parted the Red Sea? Well, archaeologists have wondered, too, and they have some ideas. Journey to the ancient world through lovely retellings of popular bible stories paired with classical art. Explore fascinating archaeological discoveries that illuminate how or where these stories might have...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 220.95 RUB

Swanson, Jennifer

Summary: "Did you know that scientists have developed a bionic tool shaped like an elephant's trunk that helps lift heavy objects? Or that the needle-like pointed beak of the kingfisher bird encouraged engineers in Japan to change the design of the Shinkansen "bullet trains" to reduce noise? Across multiple fields of study and methods of problem-solving, scientists are turning to biomimicry, or...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 SWA

Summary: We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were amazing advances and inventions that still influence our everyday lives. People living in the Muslim world saw what the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greek, and Romans had discovered and spent the next one thousand years adding new developments and...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2012

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 297.2 ONE

Aguilar, David A

Summary: Considers the plausibility of alien life and what creatures living on extrasolar planets might be like, drawing on scientific sources to depict alien creatures who have adapted to the unique characteristics of their respective environments.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: 2013

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 576.839 AGU

Aguilar, David A.

Summary: A tour of outer space explores the solar system as well as stars, galaxies, and the birth of planets, and speculates on whether other intelligent beings exist in the universe.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020

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Andrus, Aubre

Summary: Whether you brought home a puppy who needs to learn how to walk on a leash or you're trying to teach an old dog some new tricks, this guide covers it all, including more than 40 different training activities. With tips from veterinarian Dr. Gary Weitzman, you can take your dog through basic training and problem-solving exercises, and teach the pup some paws-itively amazing acrobatics. And if...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.7 AND

Baines, Rebecca

Summary: Offers a series of diverse types of picture puzzles intended to strengthen visual and cognitive skills.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2015

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793 BAI

Boyer, Crispin.

Summary: Discusses the mysteries of ancient Egypt, and includes facts covering treasure, pyramids, mummies, and pharaohs.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2011

Copies Available at Woodmere

2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 932.01 BOY

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