Meinders Community Library Pipestone

"A young explorer's introduction to Florida's Everglades National Park, covering its wetlands landscape, plants, animals such as West Indian manatees, and activities such as boating"-- Provided by publisher.

Provides information about Everglades National Park, including how it became a national park, which wildlife can be found there today, and how it is affected by environmental issues.

Examines the animals that inhabit the waterways of the Florida Everglades, as well as the tourist attractions in the region and the cultural practices of those who live nearby.

Discusses the history of this national park, its geological features, trails, wildlife, dangers in the park, and efforts to preserve it. Reviewed National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this series examines the most compelling parks in the country. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that make each park unique. Readers will learn each park's history from early human habitation through its designation...