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CANYON COUNTRY
For Kids
Brighty of the Grand Canyon
• Marguerite Henry
• Wesley Dennis
LITERATURE •
1991 •
PAPER
• 224 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
Originally published in 1953, this classic is based on the real-life adventures of a much-adored burro who lived at the Grand Canyon from around 1892 to 1922. This tale of murder captures the scenery of the Grand Canyon through the adventures of Brighty, who touched the lives of all those he met -- including Teddy Roosevelt. Written for readers ages 9-12.
(USW330, $5.99) |
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Exploring the Grand Canyon
• Lynne Foster
NATURAL HISTORY •
1990 •
PAPER
• 150 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
A vivid overview of the geology, history and wildlife of the Grand Canyon, for readers ages 9-12. The winner of an Award of Excellence from the National Park Service. Illustrated with photos and drawings, it also contains several activities such as Canyon crossword puzzles and "Fold a Raven" origami.
(SWU03, $15.95) |
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In Search of the Grand Canyon
• Mary Ann Fraser
EXPLORATION •
1997 •
PAPER
• 80 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
An account of John Wesley Powell's expedition down the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon in 1869, written for readers ages 9-12. With drawings and photographs.
(USW329, $12.95) |
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Meet the Wild Southwest: Land of Hoodoos and Gila Monsters
• Susan J. Tweit
• Joyce Bergen
NATURAL HISTORY •
1995 •
PAPER
• 124 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
A lively compendium of facts and trivia on the plants, animals, birds and bugs of the Southwest, for readers 9-12. It includes appendices of wildlife checklists, a list of the region's museums, cultural centers and other interesting places, and a glossary.
(SWU06, $14.95) |
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