Rivers and mountains are both critical parts of Earth s geography. This accessible text discusses how rivers and mountains form, how they interact with the weather, how they change over time, and how civilizations benefit from them. Informative fact boxes, simple diagrams, and vibrant, full-color photographs support the compelling main text. This introduction to rivers and mountains is sure to expand young learners minds, as they enhance their knowledge...

Simple sentences teach young readers about rivers, how they are formed, their importance in the ecosystems, and ways to keep them clean. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and sources of more information.

Imagine traveling a river through time. You float by Native Americans trapping beaver and pass boats full of European settlers. You spy waterwheels turning and factories buzzing with activity. Finally modern cities crowd the banks. Dive into this book, and learn about the changing lives of people in the Hudson River Valley.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to rivers. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Water binds all living organisms together. It is also the universal solvent. The Mississippi River in northern Minnesota is a twisting, turning thread tying us to our geography and environment, and telling our story, our past, our present and our future. Harnessing the headwaters of the Mississippi by using a series of dams was integral to the history of Minnesota. The power of the great river drove 19th century commerce of the Twin Cities, feeding...

Joan Rivers was known all over the world--from the Palace Theater to Buckingham Palace, from the bright lights of Las Vegas to the footlights of Broadway, from the days of talkies to hosting talk shows. But there was only one person who knew Joan intimately, one person who the authorities would call when she got a little out of hand. Her daughter and best friend, Melissa. Jo an and Melissa Rivers had one of the most celebrated mother-daughter relationships...

An introduction to the geography of rivers featuring many color photos. Also applies math concepts to problems involving rivers such as the Nile and the Amazon. Includes math challenges, answers, and a glossary.