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K-3Ready-to-Read: Wonders of America series.
Illustrated by
John Wallace.
For children gaining confidence in reading, the stories of the presidential heads on Mount Rushmore and of America's most famous river--the Mississippi--will be enjoyable reading that might make kids want to visit these landmarks. Bauer's writing is succinct, factual, and interesting--especially with the support of Wallace's simple, unfussy illustrations. Additional information is included at the end of each text. Review covers these Ready-to-Read: Wonders of America titles: The Mighty Mississippi and Mount Rushmore.