national parks and reserves

Provides a cultural and historical context for the development of the United States from 1865 to 1890, and includes Alaska's beginnings, preserving nature, the national parks, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Tour Yellowstone, The Grand Canyon, and Yosemite and all of the 58 national parks in High Definition.

Provides an introduction to the U.S. national park system, describing what national parks are, their history, and where they are located. Highlights twenty-nine of the sixty-three national parks, showcasing the parks' wildlife, vegetation, geography, and natural wonders. Includes maps, a timeline, a glossary, and additional facts and trivia.

These places are like nowhere else on earth. What will you find? This title invites readers to explore the Everglades, peer into a Hawaiian volcano, and trek through the Petrified Forest in Arizona. Part of our 21st Century Skills Library, this series introduces concepts of natural sciences and social studies centered around a sense of adventure.

"With waterfalls, giant sequoia trees, and granite cliffs, there's a lot to explore in Yosemite National Park! Each year, millions of campers pack their bags and head to Yosemite to take a hiking adventure through this park and nature preserve. Through this book's full color photographs and inviting text, readers will take a trip through Yosemite National Park. Readers will learn not only how the park came to be, but things they can't miss on their own trip through Yosemite National Park"--Provided by publisher.

"As one of the first national parks in the United States, Yellowstone National Park is a must-see destination on any road trip! Since it was established in 1872, this National Park protects a 2.2-million-acre piece of land. This park protects not only a unique landscape, but the plants and animals that make this land their home. Through the full-color photographs in this book, readers will join the 3.2 million visitors on an adventure through Yellowstone National Park"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about Joshua Tree National Park. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8" --Provided by publisher.

"The US National Parks are full of amazing things to see from the incredible landscapes at the Grand Canyon to historical monuments like the Gateway Arch. But it can be easy to miss out on the best the parks have to offer if you don't know where to look or what to look for. 100 Things to See in the National Parks gives you a clear guide through the most interesting, unique, and awe-inspiring things at each of the 63 national parks throughout the United States including: the highest peak in North America at the Denali National Park in Alaska; the only place in the US where mail is delivered by mule at the Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona; the largest living tree in the world at Sequoia National Park in California; and much more! Each point of interest has its own entry, where you'll find background information on its appearance and history, as well as easy-to-follow instructions on how to find it. For national park fans of all ages and interest, this guide will help you explore the US National Parks like you've never experienced them before"--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations look at the history, people, and culture of Yosemite National Park.