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National Geographic books have always been a favorite of mine. With such vivid pictures, I could browse the books over and over. I have always been a non-fiction fan and could soak up all the places, animals and various photos. Now my own kids love National Geographic books.

Well for the first-time ever National Geographic has come out with a kids’ fiction series calledExplorer Academy!

Explorer Academy by Trudi Trueit is a seven book fiction series inspired by the real-life science, exploration, and missions of National Geographic; and is jam-packed with fast-paced plots, the latest science, and thrilling adventures for kids.

Many celebrities have praised the series, with J.J. Abrams calling it “A fun, exciting and action-packed ride that kids will love,” and James Cameron stating that the series “Inspires the next generation of curious kids to go out into our world and discover something unexpected.”

So far there are two books in the series available, with the third coming out later this year.

Explorer Academy: The Nebula Secret

Adventure, danger, and a thrilling global mission await 12-year-old Cruz Coronado as he joins an elite school for explorers.

Cruz leaves his tranquil home in Hawaii to join 23 talented kids from around the globe to train at the Explorer Academy with the world’s leading scientists to become the next generation of great explorers. But for Cruz, there’s more at stake. No sooner has he arrived at the Academy than he discovers that his family has a mysterious past with the organization that could jeopardize his future. In the midst of codebreaking and cool classes, new friends and augmented reality expeditions, Cruz must tackle the biggest question of all: Who is out to get him, and why? 

Explorer Academy: The Falcon’s Feather

In the exciting follow-up to The Nebula Secret in the seven-book Explorer Academy series, Cruz, Sailor, and Emmett, along with their new ally Bryndis, embark on their first globe-trotting mission aboard the ship Orion, setting sail for Iceland and Norway. Cruz starts using the latest technology in submersible underwater dives, but is soon reminded of the dangers of exploration when his equipment fails and he almost drowns. Determined to uncover the first piece of the important puzzle his mother left behind, Cruz sneaks away to try to find answers, but unknowingly lures his friends into bigger trouble. When a friend of Cruz’s mom meets an untimely end, Cruz’s luck seems about to run out and the questions multiply. What does his mother’s message mean? Where will it lead? Who is following him? And why? This captivating book is the sequel every Explorer Academy fan is waiting to read!

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You can find the Explorer Academy book series on Amazon or wherever books are sold.

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