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“Each layer tells a story millions of years in the making.”

A deep dive into the wonders and history of the Grand Canyon.

A stunning exploration of one of the world‘s natural wonders, this book combines adventure with scientific detail, taking readers on a journey through the layers of history in the Grand Canyon.

“Every rock tells a story.”

Use to teach about natural history and Earth‘s changing landscapes.

A detailed look at the Grand Canyon‘s geology and history.

“That was the Grand Canyon as we know it today. But it wasn't always that way.“

Amazing pictures and great connection to multiple subjects. I would use this book to talk about the plants, animals and habitats of the Grand Canyon.

Non-fiction, 2017. Home to an astonishing variety of plants and animals that have lived and evolved within its walls for millennia, the Grand Canyon is much more than just a hole in the ground. Follow a father and daughter as they make their way through the cavernous wonder, discovering life both present and past.

In the 30‘s two botanists took an excursion through the Grand Canyon on the Colorado in wooden boats to collect samples of plants. They were the first to try to chart the botanical ecology of this unusual area, where desert meets water and extreme weather makes the cliff faces constantly change.

The author included so much history of the times, and the societal misogyny that meant most press attention focused on their gender instead of science.