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National Geographic Kids Almanac 2012
Check out the world’s best-selling National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac, No. 3 on The New York Times Best Sellers list for Children's Paperbacks. In the lively style of National Geographic Kids magazine, this colorful page-turner excites young people about their world and everything in it. The National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac—also available in Canadian and International editions—is packed with fun-to-browse features, useful reference material, homework help developed by educators, and the kind of quirky facts that kids adore. Amazing animals, cool inventions, funny roadside attractions, outer space, green living, natural disasters, maps, puzzles—it's all here in one irresistible volume.
While competing almanacs offer about 10 percent new content each year, this book delivers at least 40 percent new content, including new articles, games, photos, and facts. A newly updated Your World section opens the almanac with timely information and unique National Geographic content. A 100% new game section features photo-puzzles, illustrated pen-and-pencil games, and other brainteasers. Every chapter is updated with exciting new content: photos of animals, adventure, and nature; maps of the continents, new this year; hundreds of facts and figures; and fascinating stories about incredible creatures, space, vacations, and more. Based in part on the award-winning National Geographic Kids magazine, the National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac also boasts material created by National Geographic's contributing researchers and photographers in the field. With the 2010 and 2011 editions selling hundreds of thousands of copies, this bold new almanac is poised to make an even bigger splash.
The National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac is the only interactive Almanac for kids, now featuring fun digital extras, such as bar codes that you can scan with your smart phone to see free National Geographic animal videos, photo galleries, and trivia quizzes. No smart phone? No problem. A companion website provides even more multimedia fun.
While competing almanacs offer about 10 percent new content each year, this book delivers at least 40 percent new content, including new articles, games, photos, and facts. A newly updated Your World section opens the almanac with timely information and unique National Geographic content. A 100% new game section features photo-puzzles, illustrated pen-and-pencil games, and other brainteasers. Every chapter is updated with exciting new content: photos of animals, adventure, and nature; maps of the continents, new this year; hundreds of facts and figures; and fascinating stories about incredible creatures, space, vacations, and more. Based in part on the award-winning National Geographic Kids magazine, the National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac also boasts material created by National Geographic's contributing researchers and photographers in the field. With the 2010 and 2011 editions selling hundreds of thousands of copies, this bold new almanac is poised to make an even bigger splash.
The National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac is the only interactive Almanac for kids, now featuring fun digital extras, such as bar codes that you can scan with your smart phone to see free National Geographic animal videos, photo galleries, and trivia quizzes. No smart phone? No problem. A companion website provides even more multimedia fun.
651 pages, Paperback
First published June 26, 1904
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National Geographic Kids
812 books276 followersWith more than 600 titles—including the popular Weird But True franchise and the New York Times Best Selling National Geographic Kids Almanac—National Geographic Kids Books is the recognized leader in nonfiction for kids. Published in 28 languages, NGK Books reaches approximately 85 million kids every year.
Offering K-12 educators resources that align to and support the Common Core State Standards, National Geographic has a long history of providing high-quality informational texts suitable for primary, upper elementary, and middle school English language arts, social studies, and science classrooms.
Offering K-12 educators resources that align to and support the Common Core State Standards, National Geographic has a long history of providing high-quality informational texts suitable for primary, upper elementary, and middle school English language arts, social studies, and science classrooms.
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March 2, 2022
Kids at home loved the book very much. Exciting facts were put together very nicely. Nice and excellent and very creative.
April 17, 2020
This book is packed full of amazing and weird facts that kids would love to learn about. Readers will learn about inventions, different cultures and unique animals. The graphics in the book are sure to pull the readers in because of the amazing detail each picture holds.
I gave this book a 5/5 star rating for its amazing detail in all of the photos. The book is also very colorful and nicely laid out. This book speaks on so many topics it is sure to peak the interest of every reader in some way.
I gave this book a 5/5 star rating for its amazing detail in all of the photos. The book is also very colorful and nicely laid out. This book speaks on so many topics it is sure to peak the interest of every reader in some way.
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June 19, 2012Reviewed by: Ashley Browning
Format: Almanac
Item Title (APA Style):
National Geographic Society. (2012). National geographic kids almanac 2012. Washington D.C. : National Geographic.
Item Call Number:
AY81.J8 N38
Reviewed in:
McGuire, B. (2011). Reference. [Review of the periodical National geographic kids almanac 2012, by National Geographic Society]. Library Journal, 57(10):170. Retrieved June 16, 2012, from Academic Search Premier.
Description:
This almanac is a yearly periodical and includes fun and interesting information about animals, nature, history, and culture.
Relevance and Relationship—
This periodical will be a high-interest item in the collection because of its interesting facts about topics that children find fascinating. It is always current because it is published each year. This almanac would be appropriate for the collection analyzed during my field experience hours because students find these types of books fascinating and because it contains so many opportunities to integrate it into the subject areas of reading/language arts, social studies, science, and writing. It will definitely get students interested in reading non-fiction. The list price for this book is $13.99 which is very affordable.
Purpose:—
This almanac contains informational articles about animals, nature, history, and culture. It uses kid-friendly language and uses article titles and illustrations that will catch students’ eyes.
Validity—
This book has received favorable reviews by School Library Journal. It is published each year by the National Geographic Society, a very highly esteemed and trusted publisher for many years.
Format–
This periodical is a print source. It is divided into 10 major sections and includes charts, diagrams, colorful illustrations, maps, photos and a bibliography.
Arrangement and Presentation:
The almanac also contains an easy-to-use index.
Diversity:
This almanac is available in English only and would be appropriate for grades 2-6. It contains articles about different cultures and encourages diversity.
Format: Almanac
Item Title (APA Style):
National Geographic Society. (2012). National geographic kids almanac 2012. Washington D.C. : National Geographic.
Item Call Number:
AY81.J8 N38
Reviewed in:
McGuire, B. (2011). Reference. [Review of the periodical National geographic kids almanac 2012, by National Geographic Society]. Library Journal, 57(10):170. Retrieved June 16, 2012, from Academic Search Premier.
Description:
This almanac is a yearly periodical and includes fun and interesting information about animals, nature, history, and culture.
Relevance and Relationship—
This periodical will be a high-interest item in the collection because of its interesting facts about topics that children find fascinating. It is always current because it is published each year. This almanac would be appropriate for the collection analyzed during my field experience hours because students find these types of books fascinating and because it contains so many opportunities to integrate it into the subject areas of reading/language arts, social studies, science, and writing. It will definitely get students interested in reading non-fiction. The list price for this book is $13.99 which is very affordable.
Purpose:—
This almanac contains informational articles about animals, nature, history, and culture. It uses kid-friendly language and uses article titles and illustrations that will catch students’ eyes.
Validity—
This book has received favorable reviews by School Library Journal. It is published each year by the National Geographic Society, a very highly esteemed and trusted publisher for many years.
Format–
This periodical is a print source. It is divided into 10 major sections and includes charts, diagrams, colorful illustrations, maps, photos and a bibliography.
Arrangement and Presentation:
The almanac also contains an easy-to-use index.
Diversity:
This almanac is available in English only and would be appropriate for grades 2-6. It contains articles about different cultures and encourages diversity.
November 23, 2015
National Geographic Society. (2012). National geographic kid’s almanac 2012. Washington D.C.: National Geographic.
Reviewed by: Kris Grimm
Reference Type: Almanac
Call Number: Ref 031
ISBN: 978-1-4263-0784-3
Content/Scope: This almanac is written for students in grades 3-8. It contains information about a multitude of subjects. In addition to the “homework help” section there is a guide to writing letters, giving speeches and how to research. There is an interactive component in the utilization of QR codes throughout the text.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic has a strong reputation for creating high quality reference materials. This particular almanac is geared towards students, and therefore has a biased towards kids in that the information is organized to appeal to them.
Arrangement/Presentation: The information is presented in various forms such as charts, diagrams, maps, illustrations and indexes. Ten QR codes are included through out the book to provide further information. The book is divided into 10 major sections with titles that appeal to younger readers, such as “Awesome Adventures”.
Relation to similar works: This book is similar to the National Geographic titles already owned by the library, but they are very worn and in need of updating. They are very popular with the students and are circulated often.
Accessibility/Diversity: This book would appeal to all readers because of its high quality photographs, yet is most suitable as a reference for higher ability readers.
Cost: $21.95
Professional Review: McGuire, B. (2011) School Library Journal (2011). Retrieved from http://eds.a.ebscohost.com.libsrv.wku...
Reviewed by: Kris Grimm
Reference Type: Almanac
Call Number: Ref 031
ISBN: 978-1-4263-0784-3
Content/Scope: This almanac is written for students in grades 3-8. It contains information about a multitude of subjects. In addition to the “homework help” section there is a guide to writing letters, giving speeches and how to research. There is an interactive component in the utilization of QR codes throughout the text.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: National Geographic has a strong reputation for creating high quality reference materials. This particular almanac is geared towards students, and therefore has a biased towards kids in that the information is organized to appeal to them.
Arrangement/Presentation: The information is presented in various forms such as charts, diagrams, maps, illustrations and indexes. Ten QR codes are included through out the book to provide further information. The book is divided into 10 major sections with titles that appeal to younger readers, such as “Awesome Adventures”.
Relation to similar works: This book is similar to the National Geographic titles already owned by the library, but they are very worn and in need of updating. They are very popular with the students and are circulated often.
Accessibility/Diversity: This book would appeal to all readers because of its high quality photographs, yet is most suitable as a reference for higher ability readers.
Cost: $21.95
Professional Review: McGuire, B. (2011) School Library Journal (2011). Retrieved from http://eds.a.ebscohost.com.libsrv.wku...
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April 29, 2012National Geographic Society (U.S.). (2011). National Geographic kids almanac, 2012. Washington, D.C: National Geographic.
Citation created by- Amber Thompson
Call Number- 317.3
Description- The almanac contains 351 pages with chiefly color illustrations and maps.
Content/ Scope- Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.
Accuracy/Authority- National Geographic is a well resource for many children’s books.
Arrangement/Presentation- The almanac contains the latest information on a wide range of topics including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science. It contains color illustrations and maps.
Relation to Similar Works- There are other children’s almanacs available, but National Geographic has amazing pictures and information that makes it a top choice.
Timeliness/Permanence- The world’s best-selling National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac, No. 3 on The New York Times Best Sellers list for Children's Paperbacks. The National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac is the only interactive Almanac for kids, now featuring fun digital extras, such as bar codes that you can scan with your smart phone to see free National Geographic animal videos, photo galleries, and trivia quizzes. No smart phone? No problem. A companion website provides even more multimedia fun.
Cost- $21.95
Rationale for Selection- This is a great addition to the library I reviewed because their reference section did not contain any almanacs for children to view. Therefore, this would be a great choice with the full color pictures and fun information that kids will be interested in reading about.
Citation created by- Amber Thompson
Call Number- 317.3
Description- The almanac contains 351 pages with chiefly color illustrations and maps.
Content/ Scope- Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.
Accuracy/Authority- National Geographic is a well resource for many children’s books.
Arrangement/Presentation- The almanac contains the latest information on a wide range of topics including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science. It contains color illustrations and maps.
Relation to Similar Works- There are other children’s almanacs available, but National Geographic has amazing pictures and information that makes it a top choice.
Timeliness/Permanence- The world’s best-selling National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac, No. 3 on The New York Times Best Sellers list for Children's Paperbacks. The National Geographic Kids 2012 Almanac is the only interactive Almanac for kids, now featuring fun digital extras, such as bar codes that you can scan with your smart phone to see free National Geographic animal videos, photo galleries, and trivia quizzes. No smart phone? No problem. A companion website provides even more multimedia fun.
Cost- $21.95
Rationale for Selection- This is a great addition to the library I reviewed because their reference section did not contain any almanacs for children to view. Therefore, this would be a great choice with the full color pictures and fun information that kids will be interested in reading about.
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June 22, 2012Reviewed by: Elizabeth LaMantia
Format: Almanac
Item Title (APA Style):
National Geographic Society. (2012). National geographic kids almanac 2012. Washington D.C. : National Geographic.
Call number: J031.02 NATI 2012
Reviewed in: McGuire, B. (2011). NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS ALMANAC 2012. School Library Journal, 57(10), 88-89.
Price: $13.99
Description:
Book of facts and information from all around the world on varied topics. Also includes brainteasers, puzzles, maps and more.
Relevance and Relationship:
This book would be appropriate for the collection analyzed during my field experience hours because it is appropriate for an elementary school in helping to build their collection of almanacs which is somewhat outdated. This has such bright and vivid layout that would be appealing to children. It also covers various subject areas so this could be useful to teachers when presenting curriculum as well.
Purpose:
This book contains facts on various topics.
Validity:
This book has been well reviewed by the School Library Journal. Format: This book is in print.
Arrangement and Presentation:
Over 350 pages including photographs of events. This book is arranged by topics such as your world, going green amazing animals, culture connections, super science, world of nature, geography and more. Also includes a reference guide.
Diversity:
This book is available in English and International versions. It is appropriate for elementary thru adult age. A variety of subjects are covered in this book to include people and events of diverse backgrounds.
Format: Almanac
Item Title (APA Style):
National Geographic Society. (2012). National geographic kids almanac 2012. Washington D.C. : National Geographic.
Call number: J031.02 NATI 2012
Reviewed in: McGuire, B. (2011). NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS ALMANAC 2012. School Library Journal, 57(10), 88-89.
Price: $13.99
Description:
Book of facts and information from all around the world on varied topics. Also includes brainteasers, puzzles, maps and more.
Relevance and Relationship:
This book would be appropriate for the collection analyzed during my field experience hours because it is appropriate for an elementary school in helping to build their collection of almanacs which is somewhat outdated. This has such bright and vivid layout that would be appealing to children. It also covers various subject areas so this could be useful to teachers when presenting curriculum as well.
Purpose:
This book contains facts on various topics.
Validity:
This book has been well reviewed by the School Library Journal. Format: This book is in print.
Arrangement and Presentation:
Over 350 pages including photographs of events. This book is arranged by topics such as your world, going green amazing animals, culture connections, super science, world of nature, geography and more. Also includes a reference guide.
Diversity:
This book is available in English and International versions. It is appropriate for elementary thru adult age. A variety of subjects are covered in this book to include people and events of diverse backgrounds.
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December 1, 2013National Geographic. (2011). National Geographic kids almanac 2012. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic.
Citation by Bethany Voight
Type of Reference: Almanac
Call Number: J031.02 NATI 2012
Scope: This almanac covers a variety of topics of interest to kids. Animals, adventure, culture, geography, etc. The table of content lists pertinent information under each topic. National Geographic is a highly reputable source for breathtaking images and information around the world. A nice feature is the “thanks” page which lists other people and organizations that helped with gathering information.
Currency: While this is last year’s almanac, much of the information is very current. National Geographic publishes these annually.
Accuracy: This almanac presents factual information from a variety of experts in various fields. It gives credit where credit is due. Reviews of this volume through EBSCOHost are all positive. Statistics and information are all factual.
Format: Entries are clearly arranged by similar topics. Each entry is listed with a page number in the table of contents. The format is colorful and engaging to students with a variety of accompanying images, sidebars, and other text features. The homework help section is a great aid for students as well as “cool links” bring 21st century learning connections.
Review source: McGuire, B. (2011). National Geographic kids almanac 2012. School Library Journal, 57(10), 88-89.
Citation by Bethany Voight
Type of Reference: Almanac
Call Number: J031.02 NATI 2012
Scope: This almanac covers a variety of topics of interest to kids. Animals, adventure, culture, geography, etc. The table of content lists pertinent information under each topic. National Geographic is a highly reputable source for breathtaking images and information around the world. A nice feature is the “thanks” page which lists other people and organizations that helped with gathering information.
Currency: While this is last year’s almanac, much of the information is very current. National Geographic publishes these annually.
Accuracy: This almanac presents factual information from a variety of experts in various fields. It gives credit where credit is due. Reviews of this volume through EBSCOHost are all positive. Statistics and information are all factual.
Format: Entries are clearly arranged by similar topics. Each entry is listed with a page number in the table of contents. The format is colorful and engaging to students with a variety of accompanying images, sidebars, and other text features. The homework help section is a great aid for students as well as “cool links” bring 21st century learning connections.
Review source: McGuire, B. (2011). National Geographic kids almanac 2012. School Library Journal, 57(10), 88-89.
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December 2, 2012National Geographic Society. (2012). National geographic kids almanac 2012.
Citation by: Elizabeth McCord
Type of Reference: Almanac
Call Number: J031.02 NATI 2012
Description: World’s Best selling Children’s Almanac. This book gives readers interesting facts about the world around them.
Relevance and Relationship: Previous editions have sold hundreds of thousands of copies. The Almanac is updated yearly and this edition has 40% new content.
Purpose: This book contains cool facts on various subjects.
Validity: This book has been well reviewed and previous editions have sold hundreds of thousands of copies.
Format: 2012 print edition with 352 pages.
Arrangement and Presentation: This almanac is arranged by subject. Contains useful reference material, homework help, and fun facts that kids will enjoy. This is the only almanac that is fully interactive containing bar codes that can be scanned with smart phones.
Diversity: Appeals to a wide age range from 6-adult and contains a diverse range of topics.
Professional Review: McGuire, B. (2011). NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS ALMANAC 2012. School Library Journal, 57(10), 88-89.
Citation by: Elizabeth McCord
Type of Reference: Almanac
Call Number: J031.02 NATI 2012
Description: World’s Best selling Children’s Almanac. This book gives readers interesting facts about the world around them.
Relevance and Relationship: Previous editions have sold hundreds of thousands of copies. The Almanac is updated yearly and this edition has 40% new content.
Purpose: This book contains cool facts on various subjects.
Validity: This book has been well reviewed and previous editions have sold hundreds of thousands of copies.
Format: 2012 print edition with 352 pages.
Arrangement and Presentation: This almanac is arranged by subject. Contains useful reference material, homework help, and fun facts that kids will enjoy. This is the only almanac that is fully interactive containing bar codes that can be scanned with smart phones.
Diversity: Appeals to a wide age range from 6-adult and contains a diverse range of topics.
Professional Review: McGuire, B. (2011). NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS ALMANAC 2012. School Library Journal, 57(10), 88-89.
May 30, 2011
I really like this book! It has exciting facts, and even a section with Freaky weather! This book is wonderful because you rarely find books that are educational AND fun to read. I was very excited to get home and start reading it after I picked it up from the bookstore. In fact, I was so excited I had to0 start reading it on the ride home! It is a HUGE book, so I haven't completely finished reading it, but I have skimmed through so many pages that I reckon I have read about half of it. Anyways, I would definitely recommend this book to kids of all ages to adults of all ages..... meaning everyone! Go buy yourself a copy of this wonderful almanac.
December 4, 2011
I still get excited about the school book fair, and I went over my self-imposed limit of $10 to buy this book -- and it was worth every penny! She read it non-stop for days, even carried it back and forth to school. And I just found a picture she drew of herself reading it, with a bunch of other kids around her, asking to borrow it! (She could write/direct/star in their next commercial.) It is incredibly rewarding to see her enjoy something so educational!
September 28, 2011
This was a really pretty and colorful almanac!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
August 9, 2016
Most of the information was in the 2010 almanac, but it had some new additions and cool facts. I look through it a lot and consult it for homework help and country's flags.
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March 30, 2012It was soooo gooood
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December 18, 2012
This almanac is really fun! It helped me in my projects in school, and it taught me a million things as well! Really great for students!
December 21, 2012
this was a pretty good book
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March 21, 2013
Fun things, but some things are boring in it.
March 21, 2013
their was some good stuff and some funny stuff but some stuf wa boig but it was good!
April 3, 2013
What are you currently reading?
Oh, the almanac. Nothing big.
I loved learning new things. Every time I flipped the page I would see something amazing or gross.
Oh, the almanac. Nothing big.
I loved learning new things. Every time I flipped the page I would see something amazing or gross.
February 23, 2014
I really like national geographic kids books so I chose this one.
September 4, 2014
Cool facts
February 1, 2012
This book is so cool because it tells you cool facts about things in the world!!!!
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October 6, 2013
Great information with stunning pictures and graphics!
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