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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2012 · Est. 11 min read-aloud
The Camping Trip That Changed America
Written by Barb Rosenstock · Illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein
Two men camp in Yosemite, sparking the birth of National Parks.
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32 pages· 1,353 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt and naturalist John Muir embark on a transformative journey through Yosemite's uncharted wilderness. As they camp beneath towering redwoods, their conversations and discoveries ignite a movement that will forever change America's landscape. What visions will they share, and how will their adventure shape the future of conservation? This pivotal moment in history unfolds amidst the breathtaking beauty of nature, revealing the origins of our cherished National Parks.
From the publisher
Caldecott medalist Mordicai Gerstein captures the majestic redwoods of Yosemite in this little-known but important story from our nation’s history. In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt joined naturalist John Muir on a trip to Yosemite. Camping by themselves in the uncharted woods, the two men saw sights and held discussions that would ultimately lead to the establishment of our National Parks.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,353
- Reading age
- 6–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 740L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5
- F&P level
- ~R
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 148137
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2012
- First published
- January 19, 2012
- Publisher
- Dial Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780803737105
- LCCN
- 2011021927
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