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Book Synopsis: The Panama Canal: 66 Fascinating facts For Kids for 9-12-year-olds
In the late 18th century the French began work on building a canal across Panama, but after eight years of battling against tropical disease, thick jungle, and raging rivers they finally admitted defeat and returned home. 25 years later the Americans succeeded where the French had failed, constructing the Panama Canal, a 50-mile-long (80 km) waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
The Panama Canal almost ended up as the Nicaragua Canal. The Central American country of Nicaragua was a serious consideration for the building of a canal connecting the Pacific and the Atlantic, but Panama was chosen in the end.
The Panama Canal has 12 huge locks which form a massive water-filled staircase to transport ships over the mountains of Panama. Each 1,000-feet-long (76 m) lock is only 250 feet (76 m) shorter than the height of the Empire State Building.
These are just a few of our fascinating facts about the Panama Canal - why not find out more?
We hope that the facts about the Panama Canal in our book will fascinate you and encourage you to learn even more about this remarkable engineering project.
This book is suitable for children aged 9 and above.
Chapters: The Search for a Shortcut | The French Attempt | The United States Takes Over | Work Begins | The Panama Canal Plan | The Culebra Cut | The Gatun Dam | The Panama Canal Locks | Completion | Assorted Panama Canal Facts Read more
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Are you curious to learn about one of the most incredible engineering feats in history? Dive into "The Panama Canal: 66 Fascinating Facts For Kids" book, specially crafted for 9-12-year-olds. Discover the intriguing journey of how the Americans successfully constructed the Panama Canal, overcoming challenges that once defeated the French. Unravel the secrets behind the 12 massive locks that create a watery staircase for ships in this 50-mile-long marvel!
Did you know that the Panama Canal almost came to be known as the Nicaragua Canal? Explore the fascinating history and decision-making process that led to the canal being built in Panama instead. Each page of this book is filled with captivating stories and little-known facts about this incredible waterway. Let your imagination soar as you delve into the details of this iconic man-made wonder!
Embark on an educational adventure with our book and uncover a wealth of knowledge about the Panama Canal. From the initial search for a shortcut to the completion of this monumental project, every chapter is packed with interesting stories and details. Let the Panama Canal captivate your mind and inspire you to explore the world of engineering and innovation!
Ready to embark on a journey of discovery? Transport yourself to the fascinating world of the Panama Canal with our book. Delve into the rich history and remarkable achievements that have shaped this iconic waterway. Join us as we uncover the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal and inspire young minds to explore the wonders of the world around them!
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