National Geographic Learning’s mission is to bring the world to the classroom and the classroom to life. With our English language programs, students learn about their world by experiencing it. Through our partnerships with National Geographic and TED, they develop the language and skills they need to be successful global citizens and leaders.

Middle school informational text is appropriate for social studies and language arts. Teachers will love teaching their favorite topics, and students will be drawn by the magazine-like, visual approach. 18 books align with three social studies curriculum areas: World Cultures and Geography, World History, and U.S. History.

• 'Think About It' questions for individual, paired, or whole group discussions
• Quick quizzes to ensure comprehension
• Document-Based Questions
• Inquiry Projects
• Active Thinking Strategies for daily practice

Technology

Use technology to explore the world from the classroom

• Student eBooks with interactive vocabulary and video
• Online (free) and printed Teacher’s Guides
• Each of the easy to use Teacher’s Guides includes an overview, discuss section, and a write section to help guide teacher instruction

National Geographic Explore: National Parks 6-pack

Overview

Explore National Parks takes readers on a tour of many of our National Parks. National Geographic Explorer Juan Martinez shares his goal of connecting kids who live in cities with the outdoors and National Geographic Explorer Jimmy Chin shares his passion for photography and mountain climbing.