Washoe County Library System

An introduction to the national park best known for its dramatic thermal features.

Describes the Grand Canyon National Park, including its location, history, plants and animals, weather, and activities for visitors.

Describes the history, geographic features, and plant and animal life of the natural wonder known as the Grand Canyon and the activities of visitors to Grand Canyon National Park.

Describes the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, including its location, history, animals and plants, weather, and activities people can do while visiting the park.

Offers insight into the camping trip that President Theodore Roosevelt and naturalist John Muir took to the redwoods of Yosemite in 1903, during which the two men had experiences and conversations that eventually contributed to the establishment of national parks in the United States.

"Our Great Big Backyard follows Jane, whose plans of spending the summer playing video games with her friends are dashed when her parents announce that her family is going on a road trip to national parks around the country. Yet somewhere between the Everglades and Big Bend National Park, things begin to change. Jane starts paying attention to the magnificent sights and spends less time looking at her screen. The stunning views open up her imagination...

Describes the history, landscape, wildlife, and available activities of Arches National Park.