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Rocky Mountain National Park
Home to elk, bighorn sheep, and mountain lions, Rocky Mountain National Park has more than one hundred mountains higher than ten thousand feet. Author Doreen Gonzales, who has visited the park many times, explores its geology, the Continental Divide runs through the park, as well as its history and ecology. Descriptions of its alpine tundra, dense forests, and mountainous meadows are here, along with activities that can be done in the park, such as hiking and horseback riding.
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Intended as a research tool, this book is chock full of information. Readers will find a description of Rocky Mountain National Park, an explanation of its geological origins, an historical summary, information for visitors, an introduction to park wildlife, and some of the ecological challenges the park faces. People who were influential in settling near and establishing the park are mentioned in appropriate places. The valuable work done through the U. S. Forest Service and by park rangers is honored. Full color photographs of scenic views, animals, and birds found in the park, and of a laptop computer showing websites, are generously interspersed throughout. Owners of the book are also invited to visit the publishers website for up-to-date listings of related Internet sites. (Access requires a password found in the book.) This title includes a Table of Contents, a list of report links sites, a glossary, chapter notes, and an index. An excellent resource for young researchers. Part of the Americas National Parks series. A MyReportLinks.com Book., Children's Literature
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6-7 IL
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6-12+ GRL
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