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Dive into the history, culture, and heritage of the state of Colorado with Who HQ! Learn about everything from the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings to the Mile High City in this illustrated book for young readers. From the creators of the #1 Are you aware that the first lines of "America the Beautiful" were inspired by views of Colorado mountains? Did you know this state is home to the highest auto tunnel in the world? Or that it was named by Spanish explorers because the river water was a reddish color ("colorado" in Spanish)?;This book explores Colorado''s rich history and culture, from the Indigenous peoples who live there to today''s ski industry.
About the author
Jennifer Marino Walters is a writer and editor specializing in family and parenting topics. She has written for major media such as the Los Angeles Times, Reader’s Digest, Parenting, Scholastic News, and Care.com. Jennifer lives with her husband, twin boys, and daughter near Washington, DC, where they love to explore museums and more.
Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.
Summary
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 “American 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.
