1. To describe the geological formations that both deterred settlement and encouraged tourism in the Bryce Canyon region; 2. To examine how the Bryce Canyon region was used by Mormon settlers, scientists, government agencies, and tourists; 3. To identify the major parties who promoted the scenic qualities of Bryce Canyon and influenced its development as a tourist attraction; 4. To research the history and use of a scenic attraction in their own community.
Recommended level: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
1. The Geology of Hoodoos: Why Bryce Canyon Looks the Way It Does
2. People and Bryce Canyon: Settlers, Scientists, and Tourists
3. Connecting Bryce Canyon to Your Community