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Each year thousands of schools in the United States participate in the National Geographic Bee using materials prepared by the National Geographic Society. The contest is designed to encourage teachers to include geography in their classrooms, spark student interest in the subject, and increase public awareness about geography.
Schools with students in grades four through eight are eligible for this entertaining and challenging test of geographic knowledge.
Important Dates to Remember
- Register by October 15, 2010 for a fee of $90. After October 15 until final deadline of December 10, fee is $110.
- School-level Bees: November 15, 2010 - January 14, 2011
- State-level Bees; Friday, April 1, 2011
- National Finals: May 24-25, 2011
- Check your school's registration for the 2011 Bee
Teachers and Parents
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How Schools Register
Principals of schools in the U.S. with any of the grades four through eight are eligible to register their schools to receive contest materials for a school-level Bee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering how to register for the Bee or how to prepare? Our "Frequently Asked Questions" have the answers!
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Study Corner
What's the best way for students to prepare for the Bee? Here are some tips from the National Geographic Bee.
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Sample Questions
Answer sample questions from the National Geographic Bee, and get ideas on how to look for clues within the questions that can help you figure out the right answers.
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2010 State Winners
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A look behind the scenes into why geography matters, as students around the country prepare for the 2010 National Geographic Bee.
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2010 State Winners' Videos
The 2010 state winners' videos are now live on YouTube. Get to know your local winner!
