Böcker utgivna av National Geographic Kids

Did you know that a lion's roar can be heard up to five miles away? Or that an astronaut's heartbeat slows down in space? It's all weird ... but true!

Ever wanted to take apart the microwave to see how it works? Crack open your computer and peak inside? Intrigued by how things work? So are we! That's why we're dissecting all kinds of things from rubber erasers to tractor beams!

How does a rainbow form? What causes it to snow? What makes the wind blow? This adorable reference book introduces young children to every aspect of weather and answers the questions curious kids want to know!

More fun than a barrel of monkeys and more interesting than reality TV this boredom-busting book is an explosion of information about sensational topics kids love: royalty, gravity, bioluminescence, sloths, wildfires, bubble-gum, cars, breakfast, aliens, you name it!

Coinciding with the new Rick Riordan Magnus Chase series and the Marvel Age of Ultron DVD, featuring Thor, comes a new look at Asgard and the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia.

Meet the most unusual, most fantastical, creepiest, and--yes--grossest creatures that call Earth home in this lively, fact-filled guide to the world's oddest animals.

Revised and updated to include the winner of the 2024 presidential election, this photo-filled and fact-packed book is a timely must-have reference.National Geographic presents the 45 individuals who have led the U.S. in this up-to-date, authoritative, and lavishly illustrated family, school, and library reference.Key features include: Information about the 2024 election resultsComprehensive profiles of all the former presidents along with timelines and descriptions of crucial events during their terms Thematic spreads covering a variety of topics from the history of voting rights and the impeachment process to White House traditions and the career paths that led to the presidency   Full-page portraits, famous quotes, and fascinating facts to help kids get to know each leader

"Join Iron Man in his lab as he marvels at the mystery of his favorite suit going magnetic. Discover what makes some metals magnetic and how they work. With ... photographs, ... illustrated Marvel Comics character guides, and ... commentary by beloved Avengers friends, this book is [meant] for newly independent and reluctant readers. Take learning to a new level through fun facts and a step-by-step hands-on experiment to reinforce educational concepts"--

Star Wars meets Weird But True! in this jam-packed official collection of amazing facts from a galaxy far, far away.Inside this book, you’ll uncover the surprising secrets and mind-blowing facts behind one of the most beloved franchises ever. Chew-bacca on these funny facts:The slimy sound of Jabba the Hutt’s movements was made mainly with recordings of hands being run through a bowl of mac and cheese!The Corellian hounds in Solo: A Star Wars Story were played by dogs wearing costumes!A full-scale Millennium Falcon built for Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back weighed more than a whale shark! Bursting with photos and facts from across the Star Wars galaxy—including trivia from all three film trilogies, The Mandalorian, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge®, and beyond—this book will delight fans of all ages. Readers will glimpse the real-world inspiration behind the planet Tatooine, find out how many people it actually takes to play the Mandalorian, Din Djarin, and even discover hidden wonders to see and explore in the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge® theme park locations. And much, much more. May the facts be with you! This book is perfect for anyone who loves Star Wars, National Geographic, Disney, Weird But True!, and all things wacky, weird, and wonderful!

The most exciting edition yet of the world's best-selling almanac for kids! Including animals, space, inventions, history, and more, it's a one-stop shop for every curious kid!Kids who want to know everything about everything need the National Geographic Kids Infopedia. This latest edition is packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, crafts, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, conservation, and more. Practical reference material, including fast facts and maps of every country, has been fully updated. Homework help on key topics is sprinkled throughout the book. A must-have book for curious kids!

This delightful take-along guide for young children is all about discovering the feathered friends in their neighborhood—and beyond!In this companion to the best-selling National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books, little explorers get to know a variety of common and not-so-common birds through vibrant photos and easy-to-understand profiles. Young explorers can use this sturdy take-along guide to identify birds by their size, coloring, and even their sound, from the kee-kee-kee of a pileated woodpecker to the gobble-gobble of a wild turkey. Readers will also learn about the parts of a bird, their nesting habits, and their stages of growth, from egg to bird. Fun games and a glossary will get little bird-watchers up and moving, walking the walk, and squawking the squawk!

This guide to U.S. politics features surprising stories, hidden history, and clear explanations of how our government works—plus loads of weird but true facts!Why is the president called the "commander-in-chief"? And did you know that during a filibuster senators can talk about whatever they want? They have read the phone book, a recipe for fried oysters, and even Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss!In this next WBT Know-It-All, readers dive deep into the U.S. Capitol to uncover everything they need to know about our government—how things get done, who is who, and why things are the way they are.After reading this book, kids will walk away with a wealth of practical knowledge about our government, including the roles of each branch and how things get done. From the Senate to the Supreme Court and everything in between, readers will learn if a vote in Washington, D.C., really “counts,” how the two-party system got started, how many representatives each state has and why, and more. They’ll also be wowed by a ton of weird but true information, like funny laws in some states—in one, it’s illegal to kill Bigfoot!—how members of Congress ride their own mini-subways under the Capitol, and the surprising secrets of the dollar bill!Jam-packed with photos, illustrations, fun facts and info, the Weird But True Know-it-all series is the anything-but-boring way to boost your brain!

"Meet the world's most dangerous animals and mind-blowing stuff about them in this furr-ocious new book"--

This series translates the hugely successful Little Kids First Big Book franchise into field guides that will get young children and their parents excited about going outdoors and exploring nature firsthand. This book explores animals and plants at the beach.

This new addition to the wildly popular, fact-packed Weird But True series is all about the coolest, strongest, and WEIRDEST sharks in the world.