america

Looks at the exploration of the Americas by Europeans and the relations they had with Native Americans.

Discusses the life of John Cabot, with an emphasis on his career as an early explorer of North America.

Tells the life story of Viking explorer Leif Eriksson, describing his discoveries and adventures, and includes a time line, glossary, "fast facts, " and a list of further resources.

A short biography for children on the life and journeys of French explorer Sieur de La Salle, and includes information about his expeditions to the Mississippi River, Louisiana, and his last expedition near Matagorda Bay, Texas.

Describes the life and accomplishments of explorer Christopher Columbus, covering his first arrival in the Americas and his later voyages, and includes a time line, glossary, and further reading list.

Presents a brief biography of John Cabot, the Italian born explorer whose voyage to the New World in 1497 secured new land claims for England and led to the settlement of Newfoundland and parts of Canada. Includes index and glossary.

A biography of Juan Ponce de Leon including his settling of Hispaniola and his quest for the fountain of youth.

A collection of Native American folktales about the indigenous plants and animals of the Americas arranged in alphabetical order by subject.

A brief biography of Christopher Columbus highlighting his ocean voyages and discovery of new lands.

Relates the story of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus and gives the history of Columbus Day.