Almanac 2020 : trending topics, big ideas in science, photos, maps, facts & more.

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Washington : National Geographic, c2019.Description: 398 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 23 cmISBN:

9781426220524

Subject(s):

LOC classification:

AY 81 .J8 .A46 2019

Contents:

Trending 2020.--Exploration & Adventure.--This Planet & Beyond.--Life on Earth.--The Science of us.--Yesterday to Tomorrow.--Our World.

Summary: "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 authoritative maps, 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 in science, technology, and culture, then moves into fascinating chapters on travel, exploration, earth and space, biology, culture, and history. Recurring features include inspiring quotes, revealing facts, 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."--Publisher's website

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Item type	Current library	Home library	Collection	Shelving location	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Reference	NU BALIWAG	NU BALIWAG	Reference	Reference	REF AY 81 .J8 .A46 2019 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	c.1	Available		NUBUL000003609

Includes index.

Trending 2020.--Exploration & Adventure.--This Planet & Beyond.--Life on Earth.--The Science of us.--Yesterday to Tomorrow.--Our World.

"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 authoritative maps, 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 in science, technology, and culture, then moves into fascinating chapters on travel, exploration, earth and space, biology, culture, and history. Recurring features include inspiring quotes, revealing facts, 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."--Publisher's website

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