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"I've written this book in hopes that its stories--and the incredible people they're about--will pull our country closer together through a shared history of the American West. In its own way the Wild West was a melting pot every bit as much as the cities of the East Coast--and maybe even more so. While the American cowboy is, deservedly, a cultural icon and part of our national mythology, what many people don't know, is that a significant percentage...
22) Mexican food
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""Describes historical, cultural, and geographical factors that have influenced the cuisine of Mexico. Includes recipes to create Mexican food"--Provided by publisher.
24) Mexico
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"Welcome to Mexico--home of the Sierra Madre mountains, Teotihuacan, the Riviera Maya, and Chichen Itza! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversize scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Mexico's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, and a facts page that includes major statistics complement the text. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state...
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"México-Tenochtitlan, fundad en 1325, fue la sede de uno de los imperios más poderosos de Mesoamérica. A la capital azteca llegaría en 1519 Hernán Cortés, dando inicio a una violenta guerra de conquista que culminó con el triunfo de los españoles. A partir de entonces se conformaron la Nueva España y la que sería su capital, la Ciudad de México, que durante tres siglos fue parte de la corona española."--Page [4] of cover.
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"The Great Cities of the World series profiles important cities in a lively, engaging way. The books are not meant as travel guides, but as fact-filled introductions that will give readers a sense of what each city is like and pique their curiosity. Each title will cover geography, history, people, economy, architecture, infrastructure, arts and culture, sports, attractions, food and shopping, daily life, celebrations and annual events. Each book...
30) The Aztecs
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This book introduces readers to the Aztec civilization. This last ancient empire of Mexico's geography, religion, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. QR Codes in the books give readers access to resources to further their learning.
31) Mexico
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Discusses the geography, climate, history, economy, government, people, religion, and culture of Mexico.
32) La Adelita
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Este libro ilustrado con dibujos de calaveras presenta la lírica del corrido o la balada folklórica sobre la soldadera Adelita. Se incluye un ensayo sobre las mujeres que se llaman soldaderas que viajaban con los revolucionarios mexicanos y los ayudaban en la guerra. Además se incluye un ensayo sobre el corrido mexicano.
This book, illustrated with drawings of skeletons, presents the lyrics of the corrido or Mexican folk ballad about the female...
38) Focus on Mexico
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"Mexico's varied landscapes--from deserts and mountains to tropical rainforests and fertile plateaus--are as diverse as its people and traditions. Read all about the country's land and resources, the ancient civilizations that thrived there, and its history as a Spanish colony, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Mexico."--
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