Exploring Mount Everest: The World's Highest Peak (Curious Fox Books) For Kids Ages 9-13 - Sir Edmund Hillary, Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, Lucy Walker, and More (World's Greatest Mountains)
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The perfect way to introduce kids to the highest mountain in the world — Mount Everest!
For kids in grades 4-8, a narrative non-fiction book to expand young minds Learn all about Mount Everest, a 29,035 feet tall (or 8,850 meters) mountain in the Himalaya mountain range on the border between Nepal and Tibet Meet the climbers and the locals, learn about the formation of the mountain, and see how to prepare for a climb Fun facts about Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the legends of the Himalayas, what life is like at living at the foot of the mountain, and rare animals of the Himalayas Includes chapter notes, further suggested reading, a glossary, and an index
Get a compelling look at Mount Everest — the highest mountain on Earth — located in Central Asia.
Inside this book, kids ages 9 and up will learn all about the mountain and how Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay made the first successful climb to the summit on May 29, 1953.
You'll also learn fun facts about the mountain and how others joined the race to the top of the mountain, including one woman climber, Lucy Walker. Find out why, even though it's not technically as difficult to climb as other mountains, it is still considered one of the deadliest. Learn why altitude sickness can affect climbers quickly, how the local population has adapted to the high altitude, what plants and animals populate this beautiful mountain, and why people are compelled to climb it.
Featuring historical and contemporary photos, chapter notes, suggested reading for eager minds to learn more, and fascinating facts, Exploring Mount Everest will keep kids engaged while they develop a love and respect for mountains and nature!
For kids in grades 4-8, a narrative non-fiction book to expand young minds Learn all about Mount Everest, a 29,035 feet tall (or 8,850 meters) mountain in the Himalaya mountain range on the border between Nepal and Tibet Meet the climbers and the locals, learn about the formation of the mountain, and see how to prepare for a climb Fun facts about Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the legends of the Himalayas, what life is like at living at the foot of the mountain, and rare animals of the Himalayas Includes chapter notes, further suggested reading, a glossary, and an index
Get a compelling look at Mount Everest — the highest mountain on Earth — located in Central Asia.
Inside this book, kids ages 9 and up will learn all about the mountain and how Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay made the first successful climb to the summit on May 29, 1953.
You'll also learn fun facts about the mountain and how others joined the race to the top of the mountain, including one woman climber, Lucy Walker. Find out why, even though it's not technically as difficult to climb as other mountains, it is still considered one of the deadliest. Learn why altitude sickness can affect climbers quickly, how the local population has adapted to the high altitude, what plants and animals populate this beautiful mountain, and why people are compelled to climb it.
Featuring historical and contemporary photos, chapter notes, suggested reading for eager minds to learn more, and fascinating facts, Exploring Mount Everest will keep kids engaged while they develop a love and respect for mountains and nature!
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