From the series U.S. National Parks
Grand Canyon National Park
Reading Level Grade 4Interest Level Grades 3 – 8Copyright 2023
Reviewed
From the series U.S. National Parks
Reading Level Grade 4Interest Level Grades 3 – 8Copyright 2023
ReviewedThe Grand Canyon is one of the natural wonders of the world! Grand Canyon National Park preserves it. In this title, leveled text and crisp photos combine to take readers on a journey through the canyon. They’ll discover the Grand Canyon’s plants and wildlife, human history, geology, activities, and more. Special features profile animals, highlight the canyon’s climate, and point out important landmarks. At the end, a timeline, fact list, and animal web put all of the most important information in one place.
Large photos and smaller inset images showcase the wonders of each park in this series. The text begins with a description of a popular park experience, then describes the history of the park, its top sites, human impact, and other details. Two animal species from the area are highlighted, such as the black bear and red salamander of the Great Smoky Mountains. A diagram in each book explains a geological process related to the park and a map highlights the park's location. A final spread shares "Park Facts" like the number of annual visitors and a sample food web; there is also a timeline of major events in the park's history. Recommended books and FactSurfer links offer further opportunities to explore. VERDICT: A recommended purchase to update collections and support research into famous sites around the U.S.
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