Lamb, Susan

Summary: "Stretching across a rocky plateau in America, carved deep into the rocks by the rushing Colorado River, lies the Grand Canyon. Its bands of rock tell us about millions of years of our planet's history and the indigenous Hopi, Havasupai, and Navajo tribes amongst others that have ties to the land. Today at least five million people visit Grand Canyon National Park every year. This stunning...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Flying Eye Books 2024

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O'Connor, Jim.

Summary: There are canyons all over the planet, and the Grand Canyon in Arizona is not the biggest. Yet because of the spectacular colors in the rock layers and fascinating formations of boulders, buttes, and mesas, it is known as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Starting with a brief overview of how national parks came into being, this book covers all aspects of the canyon--how it formed,...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC 2015

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London, Martha

Summary: Explore the Grand Canyon's layers from the nearly 2-billion-year-old rocks of the Pre-Cambrian Era to the few formations of the Mesozoic Era. Learn about the different kinds of rock that make up the canyon and how the Colorado River carved them into the majesty of the Grand Canyon today. Additional features include a diagram labeling each of the layers, Fast Facts, a phonetic glossary, an...

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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2020

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Hamilton, John

Summary: Discusses the history of this national park, its geological features, human population, plant and animal life, dangers in the park, and efforts to preserve it.

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Publisher / Publication Date: ABDO Pub. Co. 2005

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Chin, Jason

Summary: "An exploration of the Grand Canyon on a grand scale, as only Jason Chin can illustrate and explain"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2017

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 557 CHI

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1 available in Juvenile Oversized, Call number: J 557 CHI

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Weintraub, Aileen

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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2001

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Bauer, Marion Dane.

Summary: "It all started with water. But how did one river make such a deep canyon? Read on and find out"--Back cover.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Aladdin 2006

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Stewart, J. J.

Summary: "The Grand Canyon's stunning path is visible from space and attracts more than 5 million people each year. Grand Canyon National Park explores the park, including its geology, plant and animal life, the peoples who have called it home, and its main attractions. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject." -- Publisher's website.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2017

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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J973.79 NAT

Lassieur, Allison

Summary: This encyclopedia offers readers the chance to explore the 63 national parks in the United States and its territories. Alongside photos of the parks, the text highlights each park's history, points of interest, and things to do. Features include glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Encyclopedias, an imprint of Abdo Reference 2023

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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J917.3 LAS

London, Martha

Summary: A massive canyon in Arizona glows red at sunset. Grand Canyon looks at when and how this canyon formed and what the future looks like for the popular landform. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Core, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2021

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Graf, Mike.

Summary: Describes the Grand Canyon National Park, including its location, history, plants and animals, weather, and activities for visitors.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2003

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Gilbert, Sara

Summary: "A young explorer's introduction to Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park, covering its desert and forest landscape, plants, animals such as California condors, and activities such as hiking"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education, Creative Paperbacks 2016

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