Ellis, Gerry
Summary: Little Larry is an orphaned chimpanzee who doesn't know much about being a chimp. He has to go to his first day at the forest school to learn what chimp life is all about. Nestled in a primate sanctuary in Cameroon, Little Larry and his group of chimp friends go to the school each day to learn how to play, communicate, and climb like they would if they were chimps in the wild. The only trouble...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.885 ELLMurawski, Darlyne
Summary: An introduction to the hidden worlds of popular insects profiles their habits, habitats, and diets while providing thematic spreads that share additional historical and geographical fun facts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2013
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J595.7 MURAguilar, David A.
Summary: Provides facts about the moon, looks at the history of lunar exploration, and examines its place in the human experience.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2019
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J523.3 AGUAlderfer, 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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2018
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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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Natl Geographic Soc Childrens books 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.4 BAUBeer, 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"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2022
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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!
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Partners, LLC 2019
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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,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J299 NAPRubalcaba, 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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 220.95 RUBSwanson, 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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: " ... Features tons of tidbits on toys and games, mysteries of history, robots and reptiles, sports and spies, wacky words, and so much more!"--Title page verso.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 030 FIVSummary: Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 031.02 NATAguilar, David A.
Summary: "Using simple text and spectacular photorealistic computer art by the author, this book profiles all 13 planets in their newly created categories—plus the sun, the Oort Cloud, comets, and other worlds being discovered. Back-of-the-book activities offer hands-on fun for budding astronomers."--Amazon.com
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 523.2 AGUGrunbaum, Mara
Summary: "Boom! Crash! Crumble! Demolition experts bring down a massive building within its own footprint; the hood of a car crumples in a crash, exactly as planned; and a wave of molasses covers a city in sticky goo. What is going on? From quick answers to in-depth explanations, we've got you covered. Discover all about the mighty -- and mightily controlled -- explosions responsible for demo'ing old...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620.1 GRUHughes, Catherine D.
Summary: Introduces over fifty amphibians and reptiles, including snakes, lizards, frogs, and salamanders.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020
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Summary: Introduces volcanoes, describing how they form, why they erupt, and some of the most explosive eruptions throughout history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.2 NARWilsdon, Christina
Summary: This fun, smart guide answers kids' questions as it takes them on a journey through the human body and all its systems. The book is sprinkled throughout with plenty of health tips, top-10 lists, simple experiments, and weird-but-true wacky details. Full color.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Society 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J612 WILSummary: 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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 297.2 ONEAguilar, 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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 576.839 AGUAguilar, 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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020
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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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020
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Summary: Offers a series of diverse types of picture puzzles intended to strengthen visual and cognitive skills.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793 BAIDaniels, Patricia
Summary: "From dinosaurs like Stegosaurus and Giganotosaurus that ruled the land to the mammoths and giant sloths that followed them, discover all you have ever wanted to know about dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistoric life. Uncover amazing fossil facts about the first four-legged creatures; find out what it's like to be on a dinosaur dig; and marvel at some of the fiercest, most fascinating claws and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020