missouri river

"Exciting illustrations follow the events of the Lewis and Clark expedition. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7."--Provided by publisher.

Takes the reader on a journey along the Missouri-Mississippi river system, discussing physical features, animal and plant life, and conservation.

Peter Lourie and his friends retraced the route of Lewis and Clark on the Missouri River to see how much the river has changed since the days of the explorers.

Describes the people and events important in the history and exploration of the river known as "Big Muddy.".

Describes the conflicts between farmers, barge operators, and real estate developers with environmentalists and recreational interests along the Mississippi River. Also contains stories about memorable persons, endangered wildlife, and the betrayal of Native American tribes.

Traces the history of the Missouri River from prehistoric through modern times, discussing how people have used it for exploration, commerce, and recreation.

Contains excerpts from the travel journals of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark.

Owen Duff, a civil engineer, is assigned to work on the Fort Peck Dam in Montana, a project that is born of President Roosevelt's New Deal, and must contend with his entire unruly Scottish-American family--brothers, sisters-in-law, and parents--while trying to tame the Missouri River.

Peter Lourie and his friends retraced the route of Lewis and Clark on the Missouri River to see how much the river has changed since the days of the explorers.