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A tour through California's Yosemite National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Half Dome, El Capitan, the Merced River, Tuolumne Meadows, and John Muir are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, detailed maps, map legends, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index. Publisher's marketing.

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,...

"With its tall granite peaks, towering waterfalls, and giant sequoia trees, Yosemite National Park is a feast for the eyes. Natural wonders can be seen around every corner."--Back cover

"In Yosemite National Park, leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs introduce Yosemite National Park and all it has to offer. Readers will learn about the park's location, geography, climate, wildlife, history, conservation, and attractions, including places to hike and camp."-- Provided by publisher.

""Engaging images accompany information about Yosemite National Park. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"-- Provided by publisher.

"Yosemite National Park is in eastern California. The park is known for its tall granite cliffs, vast forests, and picturesque waterfalls. The region's stunning landscapes and fascinating history draws more than four million visitors to the park every year. Yosemite National Park explores the park's history, wildlife, recreation opportunities, and conservation efforts"-- Provided by publisher.

"An exploration of Yosemite National Park, including how its mountainous landscape was formed, its history of preservation, and tourist attractions such as the granite monolith called El Capitan"--Provided by publisher.

The United States is steeped in history and continues to evolve today. These information-packed books cover the nation's fascinating facets. In the United States Encyclopedias series, learn about the history of the US government and how it operates today, take a look at the challenges and accomplishments of each US president, explore the breathtaking US national parks, and discover the significance of each US state. This encyclopedia set is sure to...