Before you explore the Wild, Wild West or Canyon Country on a family vacation, check out our list of recommended books.  We’ve found some favorite tales for kids and teens about U.S. National Parks and other family vacation destinations. The books will help your children understand the setting and culture of your upcoming travels—and also inspire them to visit.

For 8-12 year olds we recommend:

• “Expedition Yellowstone, A Mountain Adventure” by Sandra Chisholm Robinson
• “The Great Yellowstone Fire” by Carole G. Vogel and Kathryn A. Goldner
• “Brighty of the Grand Canyon” by Marguerite Henry

For 13-17 year olds we recommend:

• “The Great Yellowstone Fire” by Carole G. Vogel and Kathryn A. Goldner
• “Mount Rushmore: The Story Behind the Scenery” by Lincoln Borglum
• “Downriver” by Will Hobbs

For additional books visit the Globus Family Travel Recommended Reading List.

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