The Panama Canal is one of the most important waterways in the world. It was also one of the most ambitious building projects ever to be completed. This book tells how America built the canal 85 feet above sea-level despite overwhelming obstacles including deadly tropical diseases and massive landslides.
Rachel Lynette has written over seventy nonfiction books for children as well as resource materials for teachers. She is also a Top Ten seller on the website teacherspayteachers.com. In addition, she writes a blog for teachers, parents and homeschoolers focusing on higher level thinking skills called Minds in Bloom (www.minds-in-bloom.com).
Rachel lives in the Seattle area with her two delightful children, David and Lucy, and a cat named Cosette. When she isn't writing she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, reading, biking, drawing, and crocheting colorful hats.
Rachel also writes under the pen names: Lynette Robbins and Tori Miller.
