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The Varied Cultures of China
For thousands of years, certain remote minority nationalities in China have existed in near isolation. Separated from the rest of world, these deeply cultural communities have maintained the old ways of life. Now, with the increased globalization of the world's cultures, they could disappear. What are these cultures? Can they be preserved for the world's future?
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- 978-1-4240-1229-9
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- 24p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 306.0951 WAR
Living with a Volcano
A volcano is a mountain with a large hole at the top. Active volcanoes can be dangerous because they can erupt, or produce very hot, melted rock. In Sicily, there are several towns near a large volcano. Why do people live in such a dangerous place? Is it safe?
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- 978-1-4240-1177-3
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- 32p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 551 WAR
Snake Detective
A snake park in the Sultanate of Oman has a serious problem: all but one of its snake have died. The owner of the park has hired a 'snake detective' to uncover the mystery of the dying snakes. Why did the snakes die? Will the snake detective be able to save the park's new snakes?
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- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-4240-1222-0
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- 32p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 595 WAR
Koalas
Koalas are recognized around the world for their cute and loveable appearance. unfortunately, Austalia's koala pupulation is rapidly declining because their natural home in the thick forests is being destroyed. What can be done to help the koalas? Who is working to save them?
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- 978-1-4240-1217-6
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- 24p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 599 WAR
Mars On Earth
The Artic region of Canada is home to a huge depression in the earth called the Haughton Crater. A group of explorers has come to the area to explore the challenges expected when traveling to Mars. What challenges will they experience? What preparations are being made for a trip to Mars here on Earth?
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- 978-1-4240-1207-7
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- 32p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 523 WAR
Tornado Chase
Tornadoes are large storms that can huge amounts of damage and destruction. Most people run from tornadoes, but some researchers chase them! They want to study the storms to develop better methods for predicting them. How do they find these tornadoes? How do they collect their information?
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- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-4240-1208-4
- Collation
- 32p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 910 WAR
Taiko Master
'Taiko' is a kind of Japanese drum that people hit to make music. Taiko drumming is an ancient Japanese art and it's difficult to learn. Now, many people are practicing taiko drumming in the United States. They have a very special teacher. What makes him so special?
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- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-4240-1163-6
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- 24p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 781 WAR
Cheetahs in Focus
A National Geographic team in Botswana sets out to photograph one of the most beautiful creatures on Earth, the cheetah. Cheetahs are presently endangered and the team's goal is to emphasize their importance through photographs. Why is it difficult to photograph a cheetah? Will they succeed in getting the shots?
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- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-4240-1210-7
- Collation
- 24p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 771 WAR
Butler School
In the past, it was popular for rich people in England to have servants, or people to help manage their homes. The most important servant was the butler. Today, there are fewer butlers, but the job is still important. What skills make a good butler? Where does one learn them?
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- 978-1-4240-1175-9
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- 24p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 305 WAR
A Disappearing World
A team of people is traveling through Africa. The team wants to photograph and document the wildlife of this beautiful part of the world. They want to do it before this beauty disappears, or goes away forever. Will they complete their project? Can they do it safely?
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- ISBN/ISSN
- 978-1-4240-1160-5
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- 24p; ill; col; pbk
- Series Title
- National Geographic
- Call Number
- 551 WAR
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