Get an inside look at Colorado's rich history, from the time of early American Indians to the Colorado Gold Rush to today. This engaging social studies book is four chapters, covering major events, people, and time periods in Colorado history. It includes a glossary, extension activity, guided reading questions, and other exciting features. Colorado's History covers the early history of American Indians in Colorado through the exploration of the...

Presents the history and heritage of Hispanic Americans in Colorado beginning with sixteenth century exploration and ending with the Chicano movement of the present day.

"On October 20, 1890, Bob Womack struck gold and staked his El Paso mining claim at Poverty Gulch, which eventually ignited the greatest gold rush in Colorado's history. During his lifetime, over $250 million worth of gold was mined from the district, which Womack was instrumental in establishing. The story of the man and the gold discovery are told through firsthand accounts from Womack and other legendary figures."--Provided by publisher.

"Paints a ... portrait of Colorado history using 100 objects selected from the History Colorado collection. These objects reveal how Colorado evolved over time, allowing readers to draw multiple connections between periods, places, and people"--