Christopher Columbus and the Age of Exploration for Kids by Ronald A Reis

Christopher Columbus and the Age of Exploration for Kids by Ronald A Reis

An NCS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People

Christopher Columbus is one of the most famous people in world history, yet few know the full story of the amazing, resourceful, and tragic Italian explorer. Christopher Columbus and the Age of Exploration for Kids portrays the Admiral of the Ocean Seas neither as hero nor heel but as a flawed and complex man whose significance is undeniably monumental. Kids will gain a fuller picture of the seafarer's life, his impact, and the dangers and thrills of exploration as they learn about all four of Columbus's voyages to the New World, not just his first, as well as the year that Columbus spent stranded on the island of Jamaica without hope of rescue. Students, parents, and teachers will appreciate the in-depth discussions of the indigenous peoples of the New World and of the consequences of Columbus's voyages--the exchange of diseases, ideas, crops, and populations between the New World and the Old. Fun hands-on activities illuminate both the nautical concepts introduced and the times in which Columbus lived. Kids can:

• Tie nautical knots
• Conduct a blanket (silent) trade
• Make a compass
• Simulate a hurricane
• Take nautical measurements
• And much more

"This book..offer[s] a straightforward glimpse into the life and times of Columbus with a narrative that does not shy away from more unsettling aspects of his life...Reis puts the explorer in context with a thorough look at motivations for exploration and scientific beliefs of the time." -- Booklist
"[ Christopher Columbus and the Age of Exploration for Kids ] marks an important part of our history with fascinating details, fun history and beautiful art and maps...This book is great for elementary kids, and little ones will enjoy the pictures and activities." --Kristen Kemp, Parents.com
"A brilliantly illustrated and well laid out account...I highly recommend it!" --Luxury Reading

Ronald A. Reis is the author of numerous biographies for young adults, including the Spur Awardwinning Buffalo Bill Cody.

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ISBN 13	9781613746745
ISBN 10	1613746741
Title	Christopher Columbus and the Age of Exploration for Kids
Author	Ronald A Reis
Series	For Kids Series
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Chicago Review Press
Year published	2013-10-01
Number of pages	160
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