The Grand Canyon
Informational (nonfiction) 398 words, (Grade 2) Nonfiction Series
In the high desert of northern Arizona is a canyon so big that it can be seen from space. The Grand Canyon provides students an introduction to this incredible wonder of the world from its formation and early explorations to the canyon as we know it today: one of the most popular national parks. The book can also be used to teach students how to discern fact or opinion and to identify synonyms and antonyms.