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A biography of Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, who led an army of discovery through the American southwest looking for treasure.

After the death of his best friend, Elam reluctantly moves with his family to the desert, where he wrestles with homesickness, loneliness, grief, and the search for new friendship.

Examines the life and explorations of Spanish nobleman Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, and considers his place in the history of the United States.

Examines the life and illegal exploits of Billy the Kid, an infamous bandit of the Old West.

Examines the sixteenth-century explorations of Spanish conquistadors in the southwestern region of North America, and discusses the discoveries they made while in search of the legendary cities of gold.

Surveys the Christmas traditions celebrated in New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and Oklahoma. Includes carols, recipes, and crafts.

A biography of the conquistador whose quest for the Seven Cities of Gold led to the exploration of the American Southwest in 1540.

Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Arizona, Nevada, and Utah. Includes maps, illustrated fact spreads, and other illustrated materials.

Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado, using maps, illustrated fact spreads, and other illustrated material to highlight the land, history, and people of each individual state.

While on her first hiking and camping trip, thirteen-year-old Sammy tries to solve a mystery involving endangered condors while avoiding scorpions, ticks, and embarrassment.