Green River Reader

A Green River Reader

Beginning above Flaming Gorge Dam in southwestern Wyoming, the Green River traverses the complete variety of terrain on the Colorado Plateau before joining the Colorado River above Cataract Canyon in southeastern Utah. Like its more famous cousin, the Colorado, the Green has captivated, capsized, and cajoled all types of characters with challenges and beauty to match its geologic variety.

Green River

Green River is home to several beavers. Unfortunately, the river becomes polluted with trash and other items left behind by people who came to visit Green River. Disappointed by what is happening to their home, several beavers decide to pack up their belongings and find another home. However, Kobe, a young beaver, decides to clean up the trash. As the other beavers began to see the progress Kobe is making, they too want to help. Each day the beavers work together to carry away the trash that is polluting Green River. With the trash, the beavers are able to build an amazing playground with a tire swing, a slide, climbing bars, and more. Kobe and the others are able to save their home! Social and emotional learning concepts include environmental responsibility, teamwork, and goal setting. Book includes a note to caregivers and story coaching activities. A Reader’s Theater version is available online so that children can benefit from dramatic interpretation.

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