Christopher Columbus

Presents the background and achievements of the Italian seaman who discovered the New World.

Exploration and conquest : the Americas after Columbus, 1500-1620

Christopher Columbus was not the first to discover the Americas, but his voyages led to European exploration of the New World. Rich in resources and natural beauty, the Americas were irresistible to gold-hungry conquistadors. The newcomers gave little thought to those who had called the lands their home, and exploration soon came to signify conquest. The New World -- and the lives of its inhabi…

Explorers in Africa

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ISBN/ISSN

0860200132

Collation

47 pages : illustration ; 29 cm

Series Title

The Museum Of Discovery

Call Number

960 HAL

Built below sea level : New Orleans

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ISBN/ISSN

9780531187746

Collation

32 pages : illustration : 23 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

976.3 STR

The islands

Indonesia offers a captivating first-hand account of life in one of Australia’s closest and most important neighbours. Its valuable insights into the daily life, culture, traditions and beliefs of the Indonesian people were all gained through first-hand interviews.

Indonesia

Each illustrated volume in this series explores the lives of children from all around the world. The combination of letters and non-fiction text make these ideal books to support both the geography and literacy work at Key Stage 1 and for less able pupils at Key Stage 2.

Let's read about-- Christopher Columbus

A simple biography of the Italian explorer who became the first European to discover the West Indies islands in three historic voyages sponsored by Spain's monarchy.

The Usborne book of explorers

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ISBN/ISSN

0590621769

Collation

47 pages : illustration ; 25 cm

Series Title

From Columbus To Armstrong

Call Number

923.9 EVE

Daniel Boone and the Cumberland Gap

This bestselling series has been redesigned and rewritten to appeal to today's students. Each volume includes a full-spread timeline that puts events in context at a glance; a short, gripping tale that hooks the reader into the story, setting the stage for the journey through history; a glossary of difficult vocabulary words; informative sidebars; and beautiful photos and original maps.

Bite size geography : 150 facts you won't believe!

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ISBN/ISSN

0590121979

Collation

56 pages : illustration ; 17 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

910 WES