Grand Canyon National Park cover

Grand Canyon National Park

Author: Hamilton, John

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.9
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 2891
Points per Word 0.000173
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

This book discusses the history of the Grand Canyon National Park, its geological features, human population, plant and animal life, dangers in the park, and efforts to preserve it.

Quick Summary

Dive into the mind-blowing history of one of Earth's most spectacular landscapes, where ancient rocks tell stories dating back nearly two billion years. Readers will discover terrifying wildlife encounters, hike through colorful rock layers that read like a planet's diary, and learn how brave explorers and scientists fought to protect this natural wonder from destruction. If your kid loves the Magic Tree House series and their adventures through history and science, they'll be thrilled by this pocket-sized expedition into the Grand Canyon's past and present. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who are curious about nature, history, and want to feel like they're exploring one of the world's greatest wonders from their own home.