"Mount Rushmore" by Marion Dane Bauer tells the story of a young boy named Alex who embarks on a journey to visit the iconic national monument. Accompanied by his mother, Alex grapples with feelings of loss and change in his life, particularly surrounding the passing of his father. The trip serves as a way for him to connect with his family’s history and the larger-than-life figures depicted in the granite. Through his experiences, Alex discovers the importance of remembrance, legacy, and forging a path toward healing as he reflects on his own identity and the imprint left by those he loves. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Wonders Of America .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Simon Spotlight .

John Wallace loves to capture the vitality of children and his lively watercolours bring out the charm of the poems in this collection. He has written and illustrated several internationally successful picture books including Grump and, most recently, Pirate Boy. Marion Dane Bauer has written more than one hundred children's books, including the Newbery Honor Book On My Honor . She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota. www. mariondanebauer. com