Yellowstone National Park
Wonder books Series
What’s inside...
Describes Yellowstone National Park, its location, its landscape, and its scenic wonders, including the Old Faithful geyser. The highest-level Wonder Books encourage advanced students to extend their skills, by instilling the confidence that they can read to learn subjects of their own choosing. Level Three Readers feature more difficult vocabulary and longer page lengths, with three or four sentences per page. Topics are selected to meet higher comprehension abilities, including U.S. history and values. Children will also enjoy learning to use the complete glossary, index, maps, and references for writing reports.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-9
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some of the animals you remember seeing in the book about Yellowstone National Park? What makes them special?
Can you describe one of the geysers or hot springs mentioned in the book? Why do you think they are important to Yellowstone?
What did you learn about the different seasons in Yellowstone? How do you think the park changes with each season?
Why do you think it's important to protect places like Yellowstone National Park?
If you could visit Yellowstone, what would you like to see or do the most?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use open-ended questions that encourage your child to think deeply and articulate their thoughts about Yellowstone's wildlife and landscapes.
Connect the discussion to personal experiences or local nature to make the conversation more relatable and engaging.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite illustrations or sections of the book to foster a deeper connection and understanding of the material.
Discuss the importance of national parks and conservation efforts to instill a sense of responsibility and stewardship for the environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The book 'Yellowstone National Park' vividly illustrates the majesty and intricacy of natural landscapes, emphasizing the importance of preserving such wonders.
Real-World Application: Children can practice this respect by engaging in environmentally friendly activities such as recycling, conserving water, and participating in local clean-up days.
Example Lesson: Importance of Conservation
Explanation: Through descriptions of the park’s wildlife and geothermal features, the book teaches the significance of protecting and conserving natural habitats to maintain biodiversity.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to learn more about local wildlife, support wildlife conservation organizations, and visit national parks to understand the importance of conservation efforts.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: Cynthia Klingel's narrative style prompts questions and exploration about geology and biology, fostering a love of learning.
Real-World Application: This can translate to children being more inquisitive at school, visiting museums, or reading further about subjects that pique their interest.
Example Lesson: Ecosystem Interdependence
Explanation: The interconnectedness of species and their habitats is detailed, showing how every element in an ecosystem relies on others to thrive.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by understanding how their actions impact their surroundings and by learning to coexist harmoniously with nature and other people.