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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
For Kids

Start Your Journey Here!
Whether you are planning a trip to Cuyahoga Valley National Park or doing research for a school project, we have lots of information just for kids. Click on the links above and below to start exploring. Keep your eyes peeled for over 70 special videos where local students got their questions answered by park experts. Under Park Fun, look for interviews with real kids about what they enjoy doing in the park. Under People of the Past, you will find writings by people who lived in and near the Cuyahoga Valley, describing their personal experiences. How did we do it all? Check out Behind the Scenes!

 
Junior Ranger

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Junior Ranger

Most of the For Kids section is new. What do you think? We need feedback from kids, parents, and teachers about what you liked best and what could be better. Did you find the information you were looking for? E-mail your comments to Ranger Arrye at e-mail us.

Dragonfly image by NPS volunteer John Catalano.  

Did You Know?
Dragonflies and damselflies look almost alike while flying. However, if you wait until they land, dragonflies lay their wings to the side while damselflies lay them back and above their bodies.

Last Updated: November 19, 2009 at 16:14 EST