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Explorer is now available in two editions. The Pathfinder Edition is written at a grade 4-6 reading level. The new Pioneer Edition is written at a grade 2-3 reading level.

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May 2005

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SHARKS

Great White, Deep Trouble
Read the transcript of a Web chat with Jaws author Peter Benchley and view a video clip from National Geographic Television�s Great White, Deep Trouble documentary.

Cuentos de tiburones (Shark Tales)
Read a Spanish translation of this month�s cover story.

NG Game: Shark Trails
The NG Explorer submarine needs a shark expert. Think you�re sharp enough for the job? Then dive into some deep questions.

NG News: Shark Attack Tips
How can you avoid sharks? What should you do if attacked? Find out here.

NG News: Shark Gallery
Explore the world of sharks through photography.

NG News: New Shark Repellent Uses Chemical Signals
Read about a new way to fend off shark attacks.

AboutPizza.com
Get fresh pizza facts, recipes, reading suggestions, and more.

Guinness World Records
How many pounds of flour went into the world�s largest pizza? Get this tasty tidbit and more.

National Geographic: Cheetah Gallery
Feast your eyes on these amazing photographs of cheetahs.

National Zoo: Meet the Cheetahs
These spotted cats are favorites for zoo visitors in Washington, D.C.

NG News: Cheetah Conservation Hopes Pinned on �Ambassador� Cat
Meet a cool cat that�s helping conservation efforts in South Africa.

National Geographic: Lightning
Find electrifying weather facts and read shocking stories about people who survived being zapped.

NG Quick Flick: Thunderstorms
Lightning flashes. Thunder booms. Why? Explore the answers with Tim (a boy) and Moby (his robot buddy) in this cartoon.

National Weather Service: Lightning�The Underrated Killer
Check out the United States National Weather Service for indoor and outdoor safety tips, survivor stories, and teaching tools.

National Geographic: Education Guide
Find lesson plans, learn how to contact the Geography Teaching Alliance in your state, get information on grants, and much more.

National Geographic: MapMachine
Looking for maps? Explore the world with National Geographic�s online atlas.

National Geographic: News
From archaeology to zoology, there�s always something new and interesting to explore.

National Geographic: Publications Index
More than a hundred years of National Geographic content are at your fingertips with this handy reference tool.

National Geographic: Xpeditions
Ideas, tools, and lesson plans bring the U.S. National Geography Standards to life.

National Geographic: One-Stop Research
Looking for National Geographic�s best resources on our most popular subjects? This search tool connects you to maps, photos, articles and more.

National Geographic: School Publishing
Explore a world of resources, order a FREE copy of our K-12 catalog, or learn more about our nonfiction reading programs.