South Dakota Prairie Pasque Award Nominee 2008-2009
Who Carved the Mountain? The Story of Mount Rushmore is the story of the hard-working heroes who combined their talents to create Mount Rushmore.
With historical facts and rollicking rhythm, this picture book reveals how the mountain was carved and why George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt were chosen.
The book begins with Doane Robinson, who reveals his idea to carve figures of western heroes. He is followed by Gutzon Borglum, who explains why he wanted to carve four presidents. After the workers and the presidents tell their stories, readers discover how they also are a part of Mount Rushmore's story.
"Who Carved the Mountain? The Story of Mount Rushmore relays the factual history of Mount Rushmore in a fun and engaging way for children. The park is proud to have such a book available so that our history is accurately passed on to future generations for inspiration and reflection."
-- Judy Olson, Chief of Interpretation, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Who Carved the Mountain? The Story of Mount Rushmore. By Jean L.S. Patrick. Illustrations by Renee Graef. Mount Rushmore History Association, 2005. 32 pp. ISBN 0-9752617-4-6. To order: www.mtrushmorebookstore.com
South Dakota Prairie Pasque Award Nominee 2008-2009
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