Describes mummies, both natural and man-made.

Looks at all the big storms created by Mother Nature run amuk--from lightning and thunder to monsoons, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Features superlatives, jokes, and best of all, the incredible photographs available only from National Geographic.

Presents a miscellany of facts about bats.

Alive with froggy facts, this book has the coolest photos to bring kids deep into the swampy world of our amphibian friends.

Introduces African elephants, including what they eat, how they travel in groups, their migration patterns, and how they care for their young.

Describes pandas and their behavior.

Young readers are invited along on an automobile race, where they can see what it is like to race, take pit stops, and zoom around other cars.

Ever since the first youngster in history had a pet, cats vs. dogs has been a hotly debated issue at recesses and lunch tables worldwide. Which one's better? Smarter?

"There's nothing more fascinating than dinosaurs. In this Level 1 reader, youngsters learn all about the terrifying giants that once roamed the Earth--maybe even as close as their own backyard!"--Amazon.com.

Presents the life of sea turtles, including where they travel, how they build nests, and what they eat.