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Hardback. Condition: Good. What does a Park Ranger do? This question leads one small boy--Morgan Duclo--on an imaginary journey with his dad--Ranger Kim--around the heart of San Diego's Balboa Park. Helping lost children is just one of the important things a Park Ranger does, but it reminds young Morgan of all the fun he and his dad have together in the Park. Along the way, Kim and Morgan revisit some of their favorite places, as they talk about the Park's early history. The book's uncomplicated dialogue and charming drawings offer a great introduction to Balboa Park for young children who've never been there--and a simple explanation of the Park's origins for those who have.Writer Pam Crooks and illustrator Joy Raab team up again to produce this delightful children's book on America's Greatest Urban Park. Raab, Joy (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. What does a Park Ranger do? This question leads one small boy--Morgan Duclo--on an imaginary journey with his dad--Ranger Kim--around the heart of San Diego's Balboa Park. Helping lost children is just one of the important things a Park Ranger does, but it reminds young Morgan of all the fun he and his dad have together in the Park. Along the way, Kim and Morgan revisit some of their favorite places, as they talk about the Park's early history. The book's uncomplicated dialogue and charming drawings offer a great introduction to Balboa Park for young children who've never been there--and a simple explanation of the Park's origins for those who have.Writer Pam Crooks and illustrator Joy Raab team up again to produce this delightful children's book on America's Greatest Urban Park. Raab, Joy (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Raab, Joy (illustrator).

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Hardback. Condition: Good. What does a Park Ranger do? This question leads one small boy--Morgan Duclo--on an imaginary journey with his dad--Ranger Kim--around the heart of San Diego's Balboa Park. Helping lost children is just one of the important things a Park Ranger does, but it reminds young Morgan of all the fun he and his dad have together in the Park. Along the way, Kim and Morgan revisit some of their favorite places, as they talk about the Park's early history. The book's uncomplicated dialogue and charming drawings offer a great introduction to Balboa Park for young children who've never been there--and a simple explanation of the Park's origins for those who have.Writer Pam Crooks and illustrator Joy Raab team up again to produce this delightful children's book on America's Greatest Urban Park. Raab, Joy (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Balboa Park began in 1868 when San Diego's civic leaders dedicated 1,400 prime acres to create an urban oasis. Originally the land, crisscrossed with canyons and dominated by native scrub, was called simply "City Park." In later years, Balboa Park hosted two successful world expositions: the 1915-1916 Panama-California Exposition and the 1935-1936 California Pacific International Exposition. The unique evolution of the park included occupation by the U.S. Navy, a zoo, a Native American village, and even a nudist colony. Balboa Park also suffered periods of neglect and demolition before citizens groups united to save and restore the beloved Spanish Colonial Revival buildings.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. This biography introduces young readers to the life of Spanish explorer Vasco N ez de Balboa. The book covers Balboa's childhood service as a page to the Lord of Moguer and the education he received in exchange for his work. Readers learn that Christopher Columbus's discovery of the Americas may have influenced Balboa's decision to become an explorer. Through engaging text, readers learn of Balboa's first expedition. Balboa sailed with Rodrigo de Bastidas to Hispaniola. They crossed the Atlantic Ocean and explored the coast of Colombia. Also introduced is Balboa's attempt at becoming a planter and a pig farmer on Hispaniola. Readers discover that Balboa was a stowaway on Mart n Fern ndez de Enciso's expedition to San Sebastian on the coast of the Gulf of Urab . The book explains that King Ferdinand I of Spain appointed Balboa governor of Dari n and that Balboa was the first European to record the sighting of the Pacific Ocean. Full-color photos, a detailed map, an index, a timeline, discussion questions, bold glossary terms, and phonetics accompany easy-to-read text.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. This biography introduces young readers to the life of Spanish explorer Vasco N ez de Balboa. The book covers Balboa's childhood service as a page to the Lord of Moguer and the education he received in exchange for his work. Readers learn that Christopher Columbus's discovery of the Americas may have influenced Balboa's decision to become an explorer. Through engaging text, readers learn of Balboa's first expedition. Balboa sailed with Rodrigo de Bastidas to Hispaniola. They crossed the Atlantic Ocean and explored the coast of Colombia. Also introduced is Balboa's attempt at becoming a planter and a pig farmer on Hispaniola. Readers discover that Balboa was a stowaway on Mart n Fern ndez de Enciso's expedition to San Sebastian on the coast of the Gulf of Urab . The book explains that King Ferdinand I of Spain appointed Balboa governor of Dari n and that Balboa was the first European to record the sighting of the Pacific Ocean. Full-color photos, a detailed map, an index, a timeline, discussion questions, bold glossary terms, and phonetics accompany easy-to-read text.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. What does a Park Ranger do? This question leads one small boy--Morgan Duclo--on an imaginary journey with his dad--Ranger Kim--around the heart of San Diego's Balboa Park. Helping lost children is just one of the important things a Park Ranger does, but it reminds young Morgan of all the fun he and his dad have together in the Park. Along the way, Kim and Morgan revisit some of their favorite places, as they talk about the Park's early history. The book's uncomplicated dialogue and charming drawings offer a great introduction to Balboa Park for young children who've never been there--and a simple explanation of the Park's origins for those who have.Writer Pam Crooks and illustrator Joy Raab team up again to produce this delightful children's book on America's Greatest Urban Park. Raab, Joy (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Condition: Good. 1st Carroll & Graf ed. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Very Good. 1st Carroll & Graf ed. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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