New Releases by National Geographic Learning

Perspectives teaches learners to think critically and to develop the language skills they need to find their own voice in English. The carefully guided language lessons, real-world stories and TED Talks motivate learners to think, creatively and communicate effectively.

Single copy of the Spanish edition of Rock Tour. Go for a tour of America's geological wonders, from gigantic caves to granite cliffs.

Health is not just about a person's diet, fitness, and genes. Life expectancy, or how long people are likely to live, is also a reflection of the society in which people live. A society's culture, politics, economy, and access to health care all have a tremendous impact on people's health. Health examines the positive changes taking place around the world. People are working to bring better access to doctors and nurses to improve everyone's health.

Energy use is one of the key issues of our time. People have traditionally relied on fossil fuels, including oil, coal, and natural gas. There are growing concerns, though, about the pollution caused by these energy resources. In addition, these sources of energy are nonrenewable. That is, they can be used up. Countries around the world are exploring ways to use renewable sources of energy, such as solar power. Energy Resources examines the role of traditional sources of energy and the development of alternative energy resources.

A collection of articles linked together by the topic of many cultures

A collection of articles linked together by the topic of working animals

A collection of articles linked together by the topic of working animals

A collection of articles linked together by the topic of light and how it effects our lives

SP WOL LLV Big Bk: Vida prehistorica

6 copies of RE: El Medio Oeste

"Samantha loves to help her mom, Peggy, sell Peggy's Pickles at the weekend Farmers' Market."--Publisher's description

"Find out what makes the Midwest special--from farming communities and county fairs to life in the big city. Tour through Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, and North Dakota"--Publisher website.

Literacy focus: vocabulary, decoding compound words, irregular past-tense forms, words that tell time, comparing and contrasting, summarizing. Math in social studies focus: looks at telling time before and after the invention of the clock.

With simple text and photographs, explains how the sun's position and clouds affect the color of the sky.

Literacy focus: vocabulary, consonant blends, possessives, comparatives, summarizing. Social studies focus: looks at the things people consider when searching for a new place to live.

Single copy of Weather and Seasons. This book shows how weather and seasons change, how weather affects people, and how changes in the weather and seasons can be observed.

Traces the lifecycle of a watermelon plant, from seed to harvest.

The reader follows scientists as they travel to the ocean floor, visit an underground cave, and peer into the world of noctural animals. Describes tools and techniques scientists use to gather information. Explains how a hydrothermal vent can support life. Describes some of the challenges scientists face in exploring underground environments. Explains how animals adapt to a nocturnal environment.

Kids learn about citizenship, their rights and responsibilities, and how to make a difference.

Overview of colonial life as seen through the eyes of Benjamin Wilcox, a fictionalized character, as he journeys through colonial America, meets Benjamin Franklin, and witnesses firsthand the seeds of rebellion.

Describes the early days of the United States and its capital through the eyes of a fictional servant who works for Abigail Adams. Discusses how America formed itself as a new nation and the part that the Adams family played in the nation's early history.

This series explores diverse topics ... builds core science concepts through texts designed to develop nonfiction reading skills.

Kids learn about communication, the information age, and how to evaluate information.

Different types of physical geography are examined to see what impact geography has on the the life styles and economies of the regions.