About this ebook
In Our Rocky Mountains, children adventure through one of North America’s most iconic mountain ranges. With vivid photographs, kid-friendly explanations, and helpful text features, kids learn how the Rockies formed and how they have shaped U.S. history and culture and the natural world, influencing weather, providing habitats for diverse wildlife, and creating pathways—and barriers—for travel and settlement. By connecting geography to real-life experiences like hiking and living near mountains, this book builds early social studies and science understanding while encouraging kids to think like investigators.
Our Rocky Mountains:
- Strengthens geography learning through a famous U.S. landmark
- Uses engaging photos and accessible nonfiction features to build understanding
- Traces how the Rockies have shaped people, ecosystems, and culture over time
With towering peaks, rushing rivers, and wild weather—the Rocky Mountains are an unforgettable landmark sure to spark curiosity and learning.
The Remarkable Landmarks series helps children connect places to the stories and ideas that shaped the United States. Each book asks question that invites children to explore a famous landmark as young geographers and historians. With vivid photographs, kid-friendly explanations, and prompts that spark discussion, the series is perfect for curious kids who love learning through real places.
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About the author
Dani Neiley is a writer and editor who has worked on countless book series for Teacher Created Materials, including Exploring Social Studies: California, Primary Source Readers: Around the United States, Primary Source Readers: Around the World, Book Adventures: Classroom Libraries, and Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Earth & Space Science, Life Science, and Physical Science. Her favorite books to write have included Our Rocky Mountains, Watching Plants Grow, and Bunny’s Magic Day. She received two B.A.s in English Literature and Screenwriting from Chapman University. She lives in the foothills of Colorado and loves to explore the great outdoors.
