Yellowstone National Park

by Cecilia Pinto McCarthy

Overview

Geysers, hot springs, and wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park a popular destination. Yellowstone 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. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781680799903
Publisher:	ABDO
Publication date:	01/01/2017
Series:	National Parks
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	10 MB
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2017
Gr 4–7—Pedestrian best describes this set, which shares a common five-chapter format. The introductory first chapter is followed by the park's geology, flora and fauna, human history, and current status and challenges—all standard topics. Primary source excerpts and sidebars add supplemental information, and a final "Stop and Think" section suggests research and writing projects. Images are not always in line with the text: Yellowstone's geology chapter doesn't have a single photo of its "hydrothermal wonders," and the map of the bighorn sheep range in the Yosemite area doesn't have an accompanying photo of said sheep. Uninspired text and illustrations limit this series' ability to communicate the marvels and beauty of these spectacular places. VERDICT No improvement on extant sets, including ABDO's 2005 "National Parks."

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