columbus day

Columbus Day honors the accomplishments of Christopher Columbus as well as the spirit of discovery. Learn about Columbus and his voyages, as well as the controversy surrounding his explorations. While he opened up the Americas to exploration and settlement from Europe, it was at a great cost to the native peoples already living there.

With the discovery of an ancient diary, two children learn what drove Columbus to explore the unknown, who helped him in his journey, and what he found once he arrived in the New World.

Introduces young readers to the history and traditions associated with Columbus Day.

An introduction to some of the characters, events, and activities of October.

This is the story of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus, beginning with his childhood dream of being a sailor. Black-and-White Photographs, Full-Color Illustrations.

An introduction to Columbus Day that discusses special events, traditions, special foods, and more.

Explores the origins and historical background of Columbus Day, and offers details about how and why the occasion is remembered.

Junie B.'s journal entries start with Room One's stomach virus excitement, the first-grade Columbus Day play, and getting the part of the Pinta, the fastest ship.