Colorado (America the Beautiful, Second) [Library Binding]

Jean F. Blashfield (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1999 | Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: America the Beautiful, Second

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, culture and people of the state of Colorado

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-8-Blashfield traces the history, culture, and natural wonders of Colorado. She glosses quickly over the Native American tribes, settlement by outsiders, and the mining that brought further development to the territory and highlights a few famous Coloradans before exploring the major towns and economic developments. Chapters are devoted to recreation, the natural world, and the tourism that is so important to the state's economy. The author includes up-to-date information about population, economics, and elected officials. The "Fast Facts" section provides answers to standard homework questions. Use of high-quality, full-color photographs and reproductions throughout enhances the presentation. The maps are accurate but in some cases faulty typesetting distracts from the otherwise high level of production and design. An update of a solid library resource.
Mary B. McCarthy, ACLIN/Colorado State Library
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Jean Blashfield is the author of several nonfiction books for children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Library Binding: 144 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press (CT) (March 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0516206842
• ISBN-13: 978-0516206844
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,063,022 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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