"The Mighty Mississippi" by John Wallace follows the adventure of a young boy named Sam who explores the iconic river that shaped America’s history. Through his journey, he encounters diverse landscapes, meets fascinating characters, and learns about the rich cultural heritage along the Mississippi River. As he navigates its waters, Sam discovers the importance of conservation and the impact of humanity on this vital ecosystem. Through vibrant storytelling, the book reveals the natural wonders and historical significance of the Mississippi, ultimately inspiring readers to appreciate and protect this majestic river for future generations. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

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

This book is aimed at children in preschool-1st grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Turtleback Books .

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