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Get ready for a whole bunch of fascinating facts and staggering stats! Bursting with 150 fun and fact-filled lists about animals, space, the world, history, technology and lots more. · Explore the top ten coolest caves· Reach new heights with the world’s tallest buildings· Discover the cutest creatures on planet earth· Marvel at the cleverest computers ever made Did you know… · The harvest mouse weighs as much as a 2 pence piece· The biggest desert is in the Antarctic· There are more than 500 million pet cats in the world· The fastest rollercoaster in the world has a top speed of 240km/h With 1500 amazing facts to wow family and friends with, it’s sure to be a top ten with kids!

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A fun and entertaining book for the whole family Go on a journey of discovery to 100 of the world’s most amazing places with this must-have, fun-filled gift book from the team that created the Weird but true! annual. Featuring colourful hot springs, giant trees and explosive volcanoes, kids will be astounded by the 1000 incredible facts to wow family and friends with. Jam-packed with bright, colourful photos From the Galapagos islands to the Serengeti National Park, the Cave of Crystals to Shark Bay Find out the WHERE? WHAT? and HOW? about each place along the way

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A fact-packed fun book of space themed puzzles. Test your knowledge and get thinking with this fact-packed National Geographic Kids fun book of space themed puzzles. Inside are brain-tickling quizzes as well as number games, crosswords and word searches, with fascinating facts along the way.

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AdventureMaps provide global travellers with the perfect combination of detail and perspective, highlighting hundreds of points of interest and the diverse and unique destinations within the country. Each map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof and tear-resistant. They also include the locations of cities and towns with a user-friendly index, plus a clearly marked road network complete with distances and designations for major highways, main roads and tracks and trails for those seeking to explore more remote regions.

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National Geographic's map of the Appalachian Trail is ideal for fans and hikers of this magnificent national scenic trail. It makes a great planning tool or as reference to track progress on the 2,200 mile length. Developed in cooperation with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, this beautiful poster, shows the entire length of the trail from Maine to Georgia. A unique elevation profiles highlight the trail's peaks and valleys and an informative mileage chart shows the distance between key locations. Also highlighted on the map are National Forests, National Park Service lands, State Forests and Parks, and major highways and interstates. Points of interest include Appalachian Trail information centers and shelters. The map is encapsulated in heavy-duty 1.6 mil laminate which makes the paper much more durable and resistant to the swelling and shrinking caused by changes in humidity. Laminated maps can be framed without the need for glass, so the frames can be much lighter and less expen

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National Geographic's Trails Illustrated Maps are the most detailed and up-to-date topographic recreation maps available for US National Parks, National Forests and other popular outdoor recreation areas. A necessity for exploring the outdoors, each map is printed on waterproof, tear-resistant material. They also contain key safety and contact information, GPS and compass coordinates, Leave No Trace ethical guidelines and hundreds of points-of-interest, including scenic viewpoints, campgrounds, boat launches, swimming areas, marine sanctuaries and wildlife refuges.

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National Geographic Wall Maps offer a special glimpse into current and historical events, and they inform about the world and environment. Offered in a variety of styles and formats, these maps are excellent reference tools and a perfect addition to any home, business or school. There are a variety of map options to choose from, including the world, continents, countries and regions, the United States, history, nature and space.

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CityDestinationMaps blend urban guidebook information with easy to read street maps, complete with 3D buildings. The maps are printed on waterproof, tear-resistant material that's lightweight yet very durable - idea for travel. This Berlin map is double-sided with beautiful photos and detailed travel information, including local information and natural, historical and cultural places of interest, as well as inset maps of Mitte and Potsdam, a U-Bahn and S-Bahn public transport map, an airport diagram and a multi-language legend.

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While GPS is handy for navigating unfamiliar cities, there is nothing better than a printed map for simplicity, perspective and fun on road trips. National Geographic's State Guide Maps are the perfect combination of detailed map and travel guide. Each map contains scenic drives, parks and recreation maps, as well as insets of cities and useful information on local attractions and events. The maps are printed on durable, waterproof, tear-resistant material that is lightweight and easily folded to fit in your pocket.

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Waterproof Tear-Resistant Topographic Maps. Banff is Canada's first and most visited national park. Banff is one of the world's premiere destinations, spanning a region of unparalleled majestic mountain scenery. This Map Pack combines two maps that cover Banff, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks. All three national parks cover one of the most rugged areas in North America with mountain glaciers and breathtaking lakes. Buy the Map Pack and save 15%! The Banff National Park Map Pack includes: Map 901:Banff North [Banff and Yoho National Parks], Map 900: Banff South [Banff and Kootenay National Parks]. Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on 'Backcountry Tough' waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation.

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National Geographic's Trails Illustrated Maps are the most detailed and up-to-date topographic recreation maps available for US National Parks, National Forests and other popular outdoor recreation areas. A necessity for exploring the outdoors, each map is printed on waterproof, tear-resistant material. They also contain key safety and contact information, GPS and compass coordinates, Leave No Trace ethical guidelines and hundreds of points-of-interest, including scenic viewpoints, campgrounds, boat launches, swimming areas, marine sanctuaries and wildlife refuges.

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Included on this map are Canyonlands National Park, the Island in the Sky district, the Needles district, and the Maze district. The map also includes the Colorado River, the Green River, Indian Creek Wilderness, Bridger Jack Mesa Wilderness, Butler Wash Wilderness, Canyon Rims Recreation Area, and fascinating information about the park's archaeology. Ideal for recreation activities in this beautiful area, including hiking, biking, camping, climbing, photography - any back-country outdoor activity. Includes UTM grids for use with your GPS unit.

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National Geographic Wall Maps offer a special glimpse into current and historical events, and they inform about the world and environment. Offered in a variety of styles and formats, these maps are excellent reference tools and a perfect addition to any home, business or school. There are a variety of map options to choose from, including the world, continents, countries and regions, the United States, history, nature and space.

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Benchmark's Washington Road & Recreation Atlas is the one guide needed to explore every corner of the Evergreen State. Field-checked Landscape Maps(TM) show complete road detail, classed by use and surface, and the updated Recreation Guide has several recreation categories organised by region including the following: Wilderness, Forest Service, State parks, State Lands, Bureau of Reclamation, Military Lands, BLM, Tribal Lands, National parks and monuments, Wilderness Areas and State game management units. Dimensions: 11 inches by 16 inches. 128 pages

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Waterproof, tear-resistant topographic map guide. The Calf Mountain to Raven Rock Topographic Map Guide makes a perfect traveling companion when traversing the northern Virginia section of the Appalachian Trail. Each A.T. Topographic Map Guide includes detailed topographic maps at a detail of 1 inch equals 1 mile. Each page is centered on the A.T. and overlaps with the adjacent pages so there is little chance of getting lost. Along the bottom of each page is a trail profile that shows the distance between shelters, camping areas, and trail access points.

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Scale : 1: 175,000 Flat Size : 965 x 660 mm.

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