Wonders of America

"With her trademark simple but lyrical text enhanced by John Wallace's irresistible illustrations, Marion Dane Bauer describes the wonders of the Appalachian Trail for Level One beginning readers"--Publisher.

Tells the story of sculptor Gutzon Borglum's creation of Mount Rushmore in simple text, describing its long construction by nearly four hundred workers, the size of its sculpted faces, and the reasons Borglum chose the four presidents it depicts.

Discusses the history of the Statue of Liberty, describing its creation in France, fund-raising for its stand, its size, and its unveiling.

Describes the length of the Mississippi River, the origin of its name, and the history of transportation on it.

Discusses the features of Yellowstone National Park, including its wildlife, geysers, petrified forests, and rejuvenated wolf population.

A simple introduction to the Grand Canyon including its geological history.

Simple text describes the Rocky Mountains and the animals and people that live there.

Simple text and illustrations tell the story of how the Statue of Liberty came to stand in New York Harbor.

Describes the length of the Mississippi River, the origin of its name, and the history of transportation on it.

Introduces young readers to how the Falls were made and the history that surrounds them.