National Geographic Almanac 2020

Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.

"10th anniversary edition"--Front cover.

Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.

The essential annual for the 21st century, this high-energy almanac is packed with facts, photos, infographics, time lines, and maps--the perfect stocking stuffer and book to browse all year long. A guide to the world like no other, this vivid and comprehensive book offers the best of National Geographic and more: science, nature, history, world cultures, geography, and the environment, illustrated with amazing photography, fascinating infographics, and maps created by expert cartographers. Highlights this year include a sneak preview of the James Webb telescope, due to launch in 2021; an in-depth look at the global factors influencing immigration around the world; a brand-new wildflower guide; a guided tour of the most interesting moons of our solar system; a beautiful infographic on how jellyfish eat; and a feature on lithium, the fascinating mineral central to the work of this year's Nobel prizewinner in chemistry. Beginning with top trending topics of 2021, including a special focus on biodiversity, the book is divided into lively chapters including Exploration & Adventure, This Planet & Beyond, Life on Earth, and The Science of Us. Recurring features include highlights from NG explorers, favorite photos from National Geographic's celebrated Instagram account, and Quizmaster trivia questions for each chapter. Geniuses of past and present highlighted this year include Jane Goodall, Amelia Earhart, and acclaimed conservationist Kris Tompkins, dedicated to preserving most of Chile's Patagonia. With new discoveries on every page, this cutting-edge book--called a "category buster" by Booklist--brings you, as Publishers Weekly puts it, "all the things that National Geographic does best."

The latest installment of the New York Times best-selling almanac features brand new amazing animal stories, explorer profiles, and outrageous attractions that you know and love, plus more of the incredible inventions, awesome games, and brand new challenges for curious kids who want to learn all about the world and everything that's in it! Kids can have fun keeping up with our rapidly changing planet with the world's best-selling almanac for kids, packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, crafts, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, conservation, and more. There's a whole chapter full of fun and games, including activities, jokes, and comics. 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.

Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.

Kids can have fun keeping up with our quickly changing world with the New York Times best-selling almanac for kids, packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, crafts, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, and more. There's a whole chapter of fun and games, including activities, jokes, and comics. Practical reference material, including fast facts and maps of every country, has been fully updated.

The latest dynamic annual for the 21st century, featuring high-energy pages packed with facts, photos, infographics, time lines, and maps that capture today's world. Perfect for ages 12 to 112. An almanac like no other, this book offers everything you need to know about the world in 2020--from science and nature to history, world cultures, and the environment. Filled with exquisite National Geographic photography, informative infographics, illustrated time lines, and maps created by expert cartographers, this striking new edition will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with practical tips for improving your own sustainability habits. The book begins with trending topics across science, technology, and culture, then moves into fascinating chapters including Exploration & Adventure, This Planet & Beyond, Life on Earth, and The Science of Us. Recurring features include highlights from NG explorers, the best photos from National Geographic's Instagram, and a Quizmaster trivia feature. With new discoveries on every page, this cutting-edge book brings you the world, no matter what your age.