In 1965, Walt Disney World Resort opened near Orlando, Florida. The Disney company, led by animator Walt Disney, built this park. Today, millions of people from all over the world visit this resort each year. This book explores the life of Walt Disney and the history of this iconic resort. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.