Road trip national parks | Wyoming Libraries

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Earliest Publication Date

2015

Summary

Everglades National Park was established in 1934 to protect one of the most unique ecosystems in the world. From hardwood forests to the estuarine habitat of Florida Bay, the many habitats in the park are home to about 1,000 species of plants and hundreds of Animal species, some of which are endangered. Readers learn the parks history and roots in conservation through the social studies and science content included in the main text. Colorful photographs...

2) Yellowstone National Park

Author

Nagle, Frances

Earliest Publication Date

2015

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Yellowstone National Park is considered the first national park in the world! Created in 1872, the park encompasses many types of habitats but is best known for its Old Faithful Geyser. Readers join the more than 3 million yearly park visitors in discovering the beauty of Yellowstone National Park. Including important aspects of the social studies curriculum such as geography and conservation, this volume also introduces readers to the plants, wildlife,...