Search Results | southwestern tribes

Your search for "southwestern tribes" returned 16 results

The Best Turquoise Is More Valuable Than Diamonds

science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/geology/turquoise.htm

Cultures all over the world have treasured turquoise for its color and rarity for thousands of years — from Native American jewelry and Aztec and Mesoamerican art to King Tutankhamun's death mask.

Tecumseh: The Driving Force Behind the Native American Confederacy

history.howstuffworks.com/revolutionary-war/tecumseh.htm

Some consider Shawnee leader Tecumseh to be one of the most remarkable Native Americans in history. He stood not just for the Shawnee. He stood for all Native Americans.

Wile E. Coyote Never Had a Chance Against Roadrunner

animals.howstuffworks.com/birds/roadrunner.htm

The cartoon Roadrunner beep-beeped his way through the desert, outfoxing Wile E. Coyote every time, but the real bird can run up to 27 mph.

Are there really hallucinogenic frogs?

animals.howstuffworks.com/amphibians/hallucinogenic-frog.htm

'Hallucinogenic frogs' excrete a toxic substance that has psychoactive qualities. Learn how hallucinogenic frogs can get you high or possibly kill you.

Can You Pass This City Name Spelling Bee?

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/can-you-pass-this-city-name-spelling-bee

From Aa to Taumata­whakatangihanga­koauau­o­tamatea­turi­pukakapiki­maunga­horo­nuku­pokai­whenua­kitanatahu (phew!), we’ve curated a collection of challenging city names for you to spell. Can you “bee” the best at finding the right spelling?

10 Native American Music Traditions

people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/cultural-traditions/10-native-american-music-traditions.htm

Some Native Americans maintain traditions in which music plays a central role. Check out 10 Native American music traditions at HowStuffWorks.

What Is the Oldest City in America? A Look at the Top 11

history.howstuffworks.com/american-history/oldest-city-in-america.htm

Embarking on a journey through the United States' historical landscape to learn about the oldest city in America uncovers a rich mosaic of stories that trace back to a time before even the British arrived and settled on the land.

If You Know These 35 Texas Things, You're Probably a True Texan!

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/35-things-only-true-texans-know-1

All your exes might be from Texas, but they also have a unique way of interacting with the world. If you think you know all there is to know about the Lone Star state, prove it.

Put Your Traveling Knowledge To The Test With This Location Quiz

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/only-someone-obsessed-traveling-can-ace-this-location-quiz

Traveling allows you to see the world, and we know you have! So, put all you've seen to the test and tell us where these places are.

How Much Do You Know About the American Frontier?

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/how-much-do-you-know-about-the-american-frontier

You'll grow ever so curious with each amazing fact you discover on this American expansion quiz. The sweet land of liberty went through some rough patches during its birth. Learn a few of the more sensational events that made America so splendid!

1 - 10