Book details
Mysteries In Our National Parks: Ghost Horses: A Mystery in Zion National Park
Description
Life-threatening accidents keep plaguing the Landon family as they investigate the mysterious deaths of white mustangs at Zion National Park in Utah. Even before they get to the park, Jack Landon knows that Ethan Ingawanup spells trouble. Things start to go awry after Ethan and his sister-two Shoshone kids-are placed in the Landons' care. The questions begin to mount after Ethan teaches Jack and Ashley the ancient Ghost Dance: Are all the hair-raising events just coincidental? Or is there some strange magic in the dance ritual? The answers await in the raging waters of a slick-rock canyon called The Narrows. The afterword by Lyman Hafen of the Zion Natural History Association discusses white mustangs and public lands in Utah.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
160 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: The book offers an exciting and suspenseful storyline that combines the allure of a mystery with the natural beauty and intrigue of Zion National Park, keeping readers hooked from start to finish.
- Educational Value: While being entertained, readers also learn about the national park's ecosystem, history, and conservation efforts, making it a great educational resource for both young readers and adults.
- Character Development: The characters in the story are well-developed and relatable, allowing readers to connect with their emotions and motivations as they navigate through the challenges and adventures of the mystery.
- Series Continuity: As part of the 'Mysteries In Our National Parks' series, this book offers a chance for readers to get invested in a larger collection of stories, each set in a different national park, providing an opportunity to explore various landscapes and mysteries.