National Geographic

The world-renowned National Geographic Yellow Portal surrounds a laser print tableau of an elephant on the march for this cloisonné collectible pin.

Design a truly unique vacation with 100 intriguing alternatives to more predictable, expensive and overcrowded destinations. These days, many of the world's most beloved places have become expensive and overcrowded, making their celebrated allure that much harder to enjoy. National Geographic's Here Not There helps you create a more robust, off-the-beaten path vacation by revealing 100 alternative destinations to the standard travel playbook—as well as expert tips on when to visit, where to eat, what to see and where to stay. Both surprising and inspiring, Here Not There offers readers a chance to think beyond our typical borders and discover undreamed-of destinations.

Kids come face-to-face with great white sharks, hammerhead sharks and whale sharks as they dive into 12 jaw-some true tales about baby sharks, surprising shark friendships, daring shark rescues, swimming with sharks and more. Each five-minute story takes youngsters into the wild world of these fierce and fascinating fish with National Geographic underwater photographer Brian Skerry. Illustrated with colorful photographs of one of the planet's top predators, these fin-tastic true stories are perfect any time your young adventurer wants to sink their teeth into a great (white) reading adventure.

50 States, 1,000 Eats : Where to Go, When to Go, What to Eat, What to Drink is a dazzling culinary guide that reveals the tastiest treats and best food experiences across all 50 states (and Canada), featuring thousands of expert travel tips and hundreds of mouthwatering images from National Geographic.

In National Geographic Kids Everything Dinosaurs, kids will explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs, meeting prehistoric creatures as tall as houses, and others that were as tiny as chickens. Kids become dino experts as they browse the eye-popping illustrations and absorb the authoritative information, made extra fun through a lively and humor-infused presentation.

Remarkable new discoveries affirm the octopus as one of nature's most intelligent and complex animals in Secrets of the Octopus. Written by Sy Montgomery, the beloved author of the international bestseller The Soul of an Octopus, and enhanced with vivid National Geographic photography, this new book brings us closer than ever to these elusive creatures.

America the Beautiful is a glorious book of photography celebrating America's unique natural and cultural treasures with more than 250 National Geographic images from all 50 states, plus commentary from a vaunted group of luminaries who call this country home.

The perfect globe for National Geographic members and enthusiasts alike, the Allanson's unique styling features National Geographic cartography, raised relief with thousands of place names, and a sturdy antique-plated die-cast base and semi-meridian. The base is highlighted by raised outlines of the continents of the northern hemisphere and the official National Geographic logo.

The National Geographic Explorer Science Series Sensory Science Kit is a one-stop science pack with awesome slimes, putty, and play sand! Our easy-to-follow instructions include several slime recipes you can make at home with common household items.

For the budding gardener, chef and scientist, this National Geographic Herb Garden Growing Kit has everything your child needs to grow chives, oregano and basil in darling pots they paint themselves. This hands-on botany kit invites kids to express their creativity while learning about plant science. From the moment they paint and decorate the flower pots to planting the seeds, watching them grow and harvesting them to add flavor to mealtime, your child's imagination and love of science will bloom. The kit also includes a booklet with simple-to-follow instructions and fascinating facts about the science of plant growth, the primary parts of plants and much more. A growth chart lets them track their plants' progress. There's nothing more exciting than watching young minds grow.

The Eaton III features the latest National Geographic cartography in colors reminiscent of parchment globes from centuries past. Thousands of place names give an accurate view of contemporary political boundaries. Raised relief helps distinguish topographic features around the world. Its antique brass plated gyro-matic meridian and hardware add to the classic look of this handsome tripod stand.

In this indispensable National Geographic publication by the mega-popular Bucket List Family, discover expert tips for traveling with kids and 50 not-to-be-missed destination itineraries. This beautifully illustrated guide provides all the know-how to fulfill your own family's bucket list—including how-tos for picking a destination, packing, budgeting and even surviving a 12-hour plane ride.

National Geographic's book 1001 Inventions: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Civilization takes readers on a journey through years of forgotten Islamic history to discover one thousand fascinating scientific and technological inventions still being used throughout the world today.