How to Ace the National Geographic Bee, Official Study Guide, Fifth Edition

by National Geographic Kids

Overview

The National Geographic Bee is a local, state, and national academic contest for students in grades four through eight. The competition culminates in a finals face-off, broadcast live on National Geographic Television. This is the ultimate guide for gearing up for the events.

Like the Bee, the guide has expanded its range of material to include social studies, earth and space science, the environment, and culture. Of course, geography is at its core, and the guide features the latest country and geographic statistics; selected new question rounds; updated resources; new tips from past winners; and a brand new country index full of vital stats. It's the perfect resource to help millions of school kids prepare to compete in the Bee. It's also a fun and helpful resource for trivia buffs, challenge seekers, and college-bound test-takers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781426330803
Publisher:	Disney Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/15/2017
Pages:	176
Sales rank:	651,537
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

National Geographic Kids inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core. This book and series is created by National Geographic contributors, including researchers, photographers, content experts, and educational specialists.

Table of Contents

Foreword 5

Chapter 1 The Why of Where: Defining Geography 9

Chapter 2 Bee Basics: Understanding the Contest 14

Chapter 3 Top Ten Study Tips 25

Chapter 4 Conquering the Questions 53

Chapter 5 Tips From Bee Finalists 99

Chapter 6 Resources Genghis Khan Would Have Loved 107

Note to Teachers 120

Answers 125

Countries of the World Index 130