New York's Erie Canal

by Patricia Drake

Book Overview

This fascinating book, based on current research, scrutinizes the Erie Canal and the pivotal role it played in shaping the economic, geographic, and political growth of New York State. Readers will explore the planning, building, and success of this historic canal. This book demonstrates how existing towns expanded and new towns grew along the canal. Readers are provided with a hands-on look at how the canal was built, the impact it had on commerce,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1477773428
• ISBN13: 9781477773420
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.9" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7