Discover the Southwest Region

Discover the Southwest Region

Author: Barbara Andrews

Publisher: Benchmark Education Company

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1410864367

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Read about the geography of the Southwest region of the United States.


The Rough Guide to Southwest USA

The Rough Guide to Southwest USA

Author: Greg Ward

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2009-10-01

Total Pages: 556

ISBN-13: 1848363818

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The Rough Guide to Southwest USA is the ultimate travel guide with clear maps and detailed coverage of all the best attractions Southwest USA has to offer. Discover the spectacular extremes of landscape; from scenic national parks, ancient sites of New Mexico and Arizona's Grand Canyon and Apache trail, to unique cities like Santa Fe, vintage Americana, Wild West towns and the lively nightlife of Las Vegas. Packed with reliable, up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels in the Southwest region of the USA, recommended restaurants and bars in Southwest USA and tips on the best shopping and festivals in Southwest USA for all budgets. Comprehensive coverage of the whole of New Mexico & Arizona, all of Utah's fabulous national parks, Las Vegas in Nevada and much of Southwest Colorado make this guide the perfect companion to one of the best road trip destinations in America. Features historical descriptions of the abandoned ruins of the Ancestral Puebloans, today's Native Americans, Southwest movie locations, and adobe architecture plus expert tips for hikes and other outdoor activities. Explore all corners of Southwest USA with the clearest maps of any guide. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Southwest USA.


What's in the Southwest?

What's in the Southwest?

Author: Lynn Peppas

Publisher: All Around the U.S.

Published: 2011-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780778718321

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Discover the four states that make up the Southwest region of the United States. The Southwest has many people of Hispanic descent as well as Native-American people from nations such as the Navajo, Hopi, Zuni, and Apache. Find out how the climate, population distribution, history, and culture of this region make it distinct.


A History of the Ancient Southwest

A History of the Ancient Southwest

Author: Stephen H. Lekson

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 460

ISBN-13:

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According to archaeologist Stephen H. Lekson, much of what we think we know about the Southwest has been compressed into conventions and classifications and orthodoxies. This book challenges and reconfigures these accepted notions by telling two parallel stories, one about the development, personalities, and institutions of Southwestern archaeology and the other about interpretations of what actually happened in the ancient past. While many works would have us believe that nothing much ever happened in the ancient Southwest, this book argues that the region experienced rises and falls, kings and commoners, war and peace, triumphs and failures. In this view, Chaco Canyon was a geopolitical reaction to the "Colonial Period" Hohokam expansion and the Hohokam "Classic Period" was the product of refugee Chacoan nobles, chased off the Colorado Plateau by angry farmers. Far to the south, Casas Grandes was a failed attempt to create a Mesoamerican state, and modern Pueblo people--with societies so different from those at Chaco and Casas Grandes--deliberately rejected these monumental, hierarchical episodes of their past. From the publisher: The second printing of A History of the Ancient Southwest has corrected the errors noted below. SAR Press regrets an error on Page 72, paragraph 4 (also Page 275, note 2) regarding "absolute dates." "50,000 dates" was incorrectly published as "half a million dates." Also P. 125, lines 13-14: "Between 21,000 and 27,000 people lived there" should read "Between 2,100 and 2,700 people lived there."


Let's Explore the Southwest

Let's Explore the Southwest

Author: Kathleen Connors

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2013-08-01

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1433991527

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The culture of the American Southwest blends Native American, Spanish, and Mexican traditions with a dash of US spice—and not just in the food! Readers will take a road trip across this unique US region through colorful photographs and cool destination recommendations. An introduction to the major geographic features and the region's big, bustling cities will engage readers as well as augment information learned in the classroom. Fact boxes add even more exciting trivia about one of the fastest-growing US regions!


DK Southwest USA and National Parks

DK Southwest USA and National Parks

Author: DK Travel

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2023-02-28

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 0744083273

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Stunning rock formations, ancient settlements, and vibrant cities: welcome to Southwest USA. Whether you want to be awed by the spectacular sight of the Grand Canyon, learn about indigenous culture at Canyon de Chelly, or test your luck in glittering Las Vegas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Southwest USA has to offer. Distinguished by red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and towering rock arches, the Southwest USA's dramatic landscapes evoke frontier legends. Dotted among this natural beauty are an array of historical cities and towns that offer endless opportunities to experience the state's multicultural heritage. Our newly updated 2023 guide brings Southwest USA to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Southwest USA''s must-sees and hidden gems. - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day. - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money. - Color-coded chapters to every part of Southwest USA, from the Grand Canyon and Northern Arizona to Southern Utah, the Four Corners to Las Vegas - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay. - Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently. - Covers: Grand Canyon and Northern Arizona, Phoenix and Southern Arizona, Southern Utah, The Four Corners, Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico, Albuquerque and Southern New Mexico, Las Vegas. Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness USA. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.


Southwestern Region

Southwestern Region

Author: Owens

Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1627179070

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The Southwestern region is the only area in the United States where you can stand in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah at the same time! This desert region is hot. With a hot climate, water is scare. The Hoover Dam is a very important source for this area. Many people live in this hot, desert region and the culture has influence from early Spanish settlers and Native American tribes. You will find beautiful pottery, hand-woven fabrics, and beautiful, ornate stucco homes with tile floors. Be sure to grab some sunscreen while you travel through this desert region of the United States. This book will allow students to use information gained from illustrations and words in a text to demonstrate understanding of the text.


Explore the Southwest

Explore the Southwest

Author: Kristine Spanier

Publisher: Regions of the United States

Published: 2022-06-15

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781636907260

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In this book, early fluent readers learn about the Southwest, its location, history, demographics, geography, climate, and other defining features. Vibrant, fullcolor photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about this region. A Take a Look! map highlights the region's location, while an additional infographic shows the region's top industries by state. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers quick stats on the region. Children can learn more about America's regions using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Explore the Southwest also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Explore the Southwest is part of Jump!'s Regions of the United States series.


The Southwest (a True Book: The U.S. Regions)

The Southwest (a True Book: The U.S. Regions)

Author: Dana Meachen Rau

Publisher: Children's Press

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780531283288

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Describes the Southwestern region of the United States, including the geography, weather, local animals, native peoples, and history of the region.