Mount Rushmore
Patriot, the Bald Eagle, is your tour guide to some of the amazing national landmarks in the United States
About this book
Mount Rushmore is an advanced readers book for children ages 7 to 11. Patriot, the Bald Eagle, is your tour guide to some of the amazing national landmarks in the United States. He is ready to answer questions about Mount Rushmore, who built it, and what it symbolizes to the American people and the world.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Rachel Horon |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 9 to 11 years |
| Grade | Grade 4 |
| Reading level | Level 4, Advanced Readers |
| Length | 9 pages, 770 words, 7 minutes |
| Categories | Landmarks of US, Travel |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, Guess What? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, Guess What? activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Mount Rushmore with your child
This book helps children learn about Landmarks of US. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- What was the most surprising thing in this book?
- How did this book make you feel, and why?
- What would you ask the author about Mount Rushmore?
Inside the book
In Mount Rushmore, readers find Landmarks of US. Patriot, the Bald Eagle, is your tour guide to some of the amazing national landmarks in the United States. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Landmarks of US and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “How did they sculpt the side of a...”
Words to learn in this book
- dynamite: An explosive typically molded into sticks
- granite: A very hard rock often used as a building stone
- illuminated: Lit, to light up
- represent: To show as a sign or symbol
- sculpture: The art of making something three-dimensional, especially by carving stone or wood
- vault: A large room used for storage
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 4 and Level 4 (Advanced Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, Guess What? activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
9 pages, 770 words, 7 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the Guess What? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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