Where Is Colorado?

by Jennifer Marino Walters

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Colorado through history, geography, and culture

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Colorado through history, geography, and culture

Colorado’s landscapes and communities provide the frame for an introduction to the state’s past and present. The book connects landmarks such as Mesa Verde’s cliff dwellings with Indigenous histories, the gold rush and Denver’s founding, and the story behind the lyrics to “America the Beautiful.” It also touches on cities, sports, nature, and distinctive facts about the state. Timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and an “At a Glance” section give the material several ways to explore, from historical milestones to a compact overview of Colorado today.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

Children ages 9–12 learning about U.S. states
Young readers interested in Colorado’s history, geography, or culture
Students seeking a fact-based introduction to Colorado

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Colorado history and developmentGeography and landmarksIndigenous peoples and heritageState culture and notable facts

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Book overview

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Colorado in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Colorado? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you're proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination.

Visit famous landmarks like the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings. Meet the woman who wrote the lyrics to "America the Beautiful" after seeing the Colorado mountains. Read about the many Indigenous peoples who have lived in Colorado for generations. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all find something to love about the home of the highest auto tunnel in the world and an Olympic training facility. Not to mention the gold rush that led to the founding of Denver, the Mile High City!

Including timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and a fact-filled "At a Glance" section, this book has everything you need to know about the heritage, development, and present day of Colorado.

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