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A biography of the fifteenth-century explorer, describing his lifelong interest in the sea and his voyages of discovery to the New World.

Discusses the history of Columbus Day, describes how it is celebrated, and includes a related song, activity, and recipe.

Examines the history Columbus Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

An introduction to the life of fifteenth-century Italian explorer Christopher Columbus, whose travels helped map our modern world.

Focuses on the first contacts between the European, especially the Spanish, on the Indians of the New World.

Surveys the history of North and South America from the pre-Columbian civilizations' encounter with European explorers through the American Revolution.

A biography of Sir Francis Drake, who was famous for his explorations and for helping to defeat the Spanish Armada.

Follows the voyages of discovery made by Christopher Columbus through excerpts from the journal he kept of his travels.

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

Describes some of the ancient sites believed to have been made by early Indian peoples, including mounds in the northern United States, huge stone pictures in the Southwest deserts, and pyramids in Central America.