The Story of North America's First Explorers

by Michael Burgan

Overview

For some early explorers, the trip to the New World wasn't their first adventure. Readers will be fascinated by these daring men and what drove them to discover new lands. Each has an amazing and unique story.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515718680
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2016
Series:	Discovering the New World
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.38(d)
Lexile:	940L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

About the Author

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection.  Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

Table of Contents

Columbus, Admiral of the ocean sea — Ponce de Leon, explorer of Florida — Cartier goes to Canada — Coronado's quest for gold — Drake circles the world — Hudson reaches New York — Joliet and Marquette go down the Mississippi.

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