Water Parks
Water Parks

Author: Sue L. Hamilton

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2015-08-15

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1629697575

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This title introduces readers to Water Parks. A short history of water parks is included as are the components of effective water park design such as drop, curve, gravity, friction, and lubrication, and safety features. Notable water parks from around the world are examined including Noah's Ark, World Waterpark, Aldeia das Aguas Park Resort, Tropical Islands, and Walt Disney World's Blizzard Beach. Elements of a waterpark are highlighted, such as waterslides, wave pools, water coasters, surfing simulators, and water catapults. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

Water in the Park
Water in the Park

Author: Emily Jenkins

Publisher: Schwartz & Wade

Published: 2013-05-14

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 0375987185

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From the first orange glow on the water in the pond, to the last humans and animals running home from an evening rain shower, here is a day-in-the-life of a city park, and the playground within it. A rhythmic text and sweet, accessible images will immerse parents, toddlers, and young children in the summer season and the community within a park. Seasoned picture book readers may notice Emily Jenkins's classic inspirations for this book: Alvin Tresselt's Caldecott Medal-winning White Snow, Bright Snow, illustrated by Roger Duvoisin, and Charlotte Zolotow's The Park Book, illustrated by H. A. Rey.

A Long Walk to Water
A Long Walk to Water

Author: Linda Sue Park

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 0547251270

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When the Sudanese civil war reaches his village in 1985, 11-year-old Salva becomes separated from his family and must walk with other Dinka tribe members through southern Sudan, Ethiopia and Kenya in search of safe haven. Based on the life of Salva Dut, who, after emigrating to America in 1996, began a project to dig water wells in Sudan. By a Newbery Medal-winning author.

Water Parks
Water Parks

Author: Virginia Loh-Hagan

Publisher: Triangle Interactive, Inc.

Published: 2017-12-13

Total Pages: 29

ISBN-13: 1684444942

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Read Along or Enhanced eBook: The 21st Century Junior Library Extraordinary Engineering series explains how important feats of engineering are accomplished. Water Parks examines the engineering concepts that make these fun and exciting structures possible. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. An activity, full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.

Amusement Parks and Water Parks
Amusement Parks and Water Parks

Author: Joanne Mattern

Publisher: Red Chair Press

Published: 2018-08-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1634404688

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Today's amusement parks are filled with amazing, high-tech rides. Some even take the fun to the water! Amusement parks of the past were exciting places as well. Amusement parks have been around for hundreds of years. Discover the history of these fun-filled places!

Water
Water

Author: Michèle Dufresne

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 12

ISBN-13: 9781603430326

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The reader will discover how important water is to our world in this nonfiction book.

Amusement Parks of New Jersey
Amusement Parks of New Jersey

Author: Jim Futrell

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780811729734

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This comprehensive guide profiles 17 major amusement parks in the Garden State. Complete information on rides and attractions is accompanied by dozens of vintage photographs and postcard scenes. Featured parks: Steel Pier, Atlantic City; Keansburg Amusement Park, Keansburg; Clementon Amusement Park, Clementon; Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach; Casino Pier, Seaside Heights; Playland, Ocean City; Bowcraft Amusement Park, Scotch Plains; Land of Make Believe, Hope; Storybookland, Cardiff; Funtown Pier, Seaside Park; Wild West City, Netcong; Gillian's Wonderland Pier, Ocean City; Morey's Piers, Wildwood; Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson; Fantasy Island, Beach Haven; Blackbeards Cave, Bayville.

Amusement Parks
Amusement Parks

Author: Dianne Irving

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials

Published: 2009-05-14

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780743909181

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Have fun learning about perimeter, area, and grid patterns at amusement parks! This exciting title teaches children all about amusement parks and how they are built while incorporating important mathematical and STEM skills. With vibrant images, easy-to-read text, engaging practice problems, clear mathematical diagrams, and an accessible glossary, this title gives readers everything they need to calculate perimeter and area with ease.

Amusement Parks of New York
Amusement Parks of New York

Author: Jim Futrell

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780811732628

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This comprehensive guide profiles 16 major amusement parks in the Empire State and offers information on smaller parks as well. Offers complete information on rides and attractions, a history of each park, and best times to go. Features vintage photographs and postcards scenes.

Scooby-Doo! and the Weird Water Park
Scooby-Doo! and the Weird Water Park

Author: Jesse Leon McCann

Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9780439172530

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Scooby-Doo and the gang decide to have some fun at a water park. But the park is abandoned--and haunted. Will Scooby and the gang drown in fear, or will they be able to solve the mystery at hand? Full-color illustrations.