Photographs and text introduce kids to the physical characteristics, habits, and habitats of sharks.

Easy-to-read book covers all aspects of human and animal mummies, showing examples of preserved mummies.

Photographs and text introduce young readers to snakes and provide information on behavior, physical characteristics, habitat, and other related topics.

Describes the different types of dolphins, where they live, what they eat, etc.

Collects facts about cheetahs, describing their physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitat; and includes photographs.

Describes the fascinating life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth president of the United States, and his historic decision to abolish slavery.

Colorful photographs and simple text introduce children to the planets. Provides information about the planets, the sun, and moons.

"With their bold black stripes, powerful presence, and fierce faces, tigers are just about the coolest animal on the planet. These giant jungle cats can climb trees, swim, and run in sprints up to 32 mph--making them a predatory nightmare. Ranging from the warm climates of Southeast Asia to the frozen tundra of western Russia, these solitary hunters will devour whatever animal they catch."--Amazon.com.

A photo-illustrated introduction to the behavior and characteristics of wolves.

Collects facts about monkeys, describing their physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitat.

In this level 2 reader, young readers will explore the underwater world of lovable manatees. Follow these gentle giants, sometimes called "sea cows," through their marshy habitats, learn how manatees raise their young, and discover the threats to their environment. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.

Presents the life and career of Alexander Graham Bell, examining how he invented the telephone and his work with the deaf.--

Young readers explore the amazing underwater world of coral reefs.

"Find out about the life of Rosa Parks and how her actions in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1955 helped end racial segregation in America. This book follows the same standards as other National Geographic Readers with the same careful text, brilliant photographs, and fun approach that kids love. The life story of Rosa Parks has enduring lessons to teach us and this biography should appeal to kids, parents, and teachers"--

Introduces honeybees, describing their physical features, different roles in the hive, and the importance of bee pollination for the world's food supply.

"Information about the stars in the sky for very young children"--

Find out about the life of Harriet Tubman and how her brave actions working to "conduct" the Underground Railroad helped the Union Army in the Civil War lead more than 700 slaves to freedom. Learn about Harriet Tubman's life, achievements, and the challenges she faced along the way. The Level 2 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging information for independent readers. National Geographic Readers have been a hit in the competitive beginning reader...

"Find out what a rainforest is and what kinds of plants and animals call the rainforests home"--

"Learn all about Vice President Kamala D. Harris, from her childhood spent growing up in Oakland, California, to her time serving as District Attorney of San Francisco, California, and working as a United States senator to her journey to the White House. Find out about Kamala Harris's life, achievements, and the challenges she faced along the way"--