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Kids Try Snacks from the South
Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky includes the longest system of caves in the world. More than 350 miles (563 km) of caves have been explored, and people keep finding new caves. The caves are home to many kinds of wildlife, including more than 130 species. These include bats and eyeless fish. First established in 1941, the national park offers tours of the caves.
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Making Connections
Text-to-Self
Have you ever traveled to the South? If so, what was your favorite part? If not, what would you like to see there?
Text-to-Text
Have you read about other regions of the United States? How were those regions similar to and different from the South?
Text-to-World
There are many regions around the world. With the help of an adult, research a region in a different country. Write a few sentences about what makes this region special.