A young explorer's introduction to California and Nevada's Death Valley National Park, covering its desert landscape, plants, animals such as desert tortoises, and activities such as bird-watching.

Part of the series

As summer vacation draws near, children (and adults) start dreaming about the next great adventure. Why not become National Park Explorers and discover the wonders contained in some of America's most popular national parks? Each book highlights key landscape features, wildlife, and activities unique to the park, noting when is a particularly good time of year to visit. Abundant photographs will captivate the eye and entice each armchair adventurer to hop in the car or catch a plane to experience the park in all its scenic glory.