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April 2009

Butterflies
You may think they're beautiful. But did you know that butterflies also play an important role in nature? Get all the facts.

Back to the Future
Does a robot cook your breakfast? Do you fly to school with a jetpack? Find out what some people predicted your life would be like.

Matthew Henson
Follow daring African-American explorer Matthew Henson on his dangerous adventure to the North Pole.

Invasive Species
See what happens when fish, bugs, and toads wind up in places they don't belong.


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Madagascar

Sights and Sounds: Madagascar Dry Forest
Madagascar's forests are home to creatures found nowhere else on Earth. Come for a virtual visit and learn more about these amazing animals.

NG Kids Creature Feature: Ring-tailed Lemur
Meet some lemurs up close with facts, photos, sound, and video.

Animals: Fossa
What's a fossa? It has claws like a cat. It has a muzzle like a dog. But it's related to the mongoose. Learn more about Madagascar's mysterious top predator.


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Spirals

Science: Galaxies
Galaxies are made up of stars, planets, dust, and gas. Many galaxies form a round spiral. Discover out-of-this-world galaxy facts, including how they get their shape.

Animals: Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
Bighorn sheep are famous for their spiral horns and fine footwork. Find out why their horns are so important, and get other fun facts about these mountain mammals.


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Timbuktu

NG News: Reclaiming the Ancient Manuscripts of Timbuktu
Centuries ago, Timbuktu was one of the most important centers of learning in the world. Read about what scientists are doing to save the ancient city's treasure: its books.

Travel & Culture: Mali
Timbuktu is located in the African nation of Mali. Find out everything you need to know about Mali, including facts, flags, photos, and more.

Photo Gallery: Sahara Salt Trade
Even today, camel caravans carry giant slabs of salt across the shifting sands of the Sahara. See the salt trade up close with these National Geographic photos.


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Human Body

NG Kids: Your Amazing Brain
What's on your mind? Plenty. Your brain is more powerful than the most advanced computers. Learn more about your amazing brain.

National Geographic: Explore the Human Body
Get under your own skin with this interactive tour of the human body. Learn how your brain, heart, lungs, skin, and digestive system keep you going.


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National Geographic Young Explorer
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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.

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Find hundreds of books and atlases for your library or classroom. Search using multiple criteria, such as grade levels, subject areas, and correlations to your own state's standards of learning.


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