Denali Visits the National Parks

Denali Visits the National Parks is a unique book aimed at introducing children, grades 1-4, to 11 of the national parks of the USA. It features a cartoon figure dog who encounters all kinds of adventures on his journey. It is written with the intent to have interaction between the reader and the child. It is unique having both photos of the national parks and illustrations.


Carla and Dan Weiss reside in Stow, Ohio. Carla is a registered nurse who works part time at Akron Children’s Hospital. Dan is a retired guidance counselor after 36 years in education. They enjoy visiting the national parks and memorials in the USA, reading, hiking, working with the homeless and spending time with their three grown children. They dog-sit Denali for their son, Chris, from time to time. 


Anita Souders is an elementary school art teacher. She and her husband, Ronnie, reside in North Canton, Ohio. Anita enjoys painting, reading, watching hockey and playing with their dog, Charlie. He is actually featured in the book. He is the fluffy, white dog looking out the window in the train illustration. We wanted to include him in the book!