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Children's Books About Famous Explorers
On this page you'll find descriptions of books, coloring books, and activity books about famous explorers.
Books About Famous Explorers
Great Explorers Coloring BookBellerophon |
9780883881200 |
List $4.95
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Exploring Planet EarthJohn Tiner, Published by Master Books
Exploring Planet Earth is a journey of discovery, from early civilization to future exploration. Written as a resource tool for 5th grade through junior high. "Blending a creationism perspective of history
with definitions of terms and identification of famous explorers, scientists, etc., this book gives students an excellent initial knowledge of people and places, encouraging them to continue their studies in-depth. Also useful for elementary-age children. |
9780890511787 |
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Ingri & Edgar D'Aulaire, Published by Beautiful Feet Books
The biography of Leif the Lucky "covers the story of the Viking discovery of America around the year 1000. The Caldecott award-winning authors pen a refreshingly true text about Leif Erickson's childhood, immigration to Greenland, conversion to Christianity , evangelization of
Greenland, and subsequent discovery and colonization of the North American continent. Leif the Lucky is complemented with full color illustrations in the D'Aulaire's inimitable style. 64 pages, Over sized, full color, Trade PB, Primary/Intermediate. |
9780964380301 |
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The Travels of Marco PoloTranslated by Ronald Latham
In the Travels of Marco Polo, he tells of his travels to China and other places from 1271 to 1298. As you read you will learn about the "different societies he encountered: of their religions, customer, ceremonies and way of life; of the spices an silks of the East; of precious gems, exotic vegetation and wild beasts."
There's an introduction by the translator with additional information about Marco Polo's background, an index, and maps. Late 1200s from Europe to Asia |
9780140440577 |
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By Jean Fritz
These ten true tales of 15th-century explorers bring history to life, with accounts of the exploits of Christopher Columbus, Bartholomew Diaz, Ponce de Leon, and others. |
9780698116382 |
List $8.99
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Christopher Columbus, Adventurer of Faith and CourageBy Bennie Rhodes, Sowers Series, Published by Mott Media |
9780915134267 |
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By Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire
Columbus is "unmatched for an inspiring view on the life of the , greatest mariner of all. Columbus' full life story is told in historical detail with an honest portrayal of this remarkable figure. With the D'Aulaire inimitable style in art and writing they have brought to life the story of the 'Admiral of the Ocean Sea', Christopher Columbus! 64 pages, Over sized, full color, Paperback, ages 5 and up |
9780964380332 |
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Pedro's JournalBy Pam Conrad |
9780590462068 |
List $5.99
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By Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire, Published by Beautiful Feet Books
"Enjoy the true account of the Indian princess, Pocahontas, Captain John Smith, Powhatan, John Rolfe and the Jamestown settlement of 1607. In the D'Aulaire's original style of historical storytelling they have brought this colorful New World tale to life."
45 pages, Oversized, full color, Trade PB, Primary/Intermediate |
9780964380363 |
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G. A. Henty, Published by PrestonSpeed
G. A. Henty weaves an historically accurate tale of the Spanish Main and Drake's circumnavigation around 1580
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9781887159159 |
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Exploration of North America Coloring BookBy Peter F. Copeland
Thirty-nine realistic illustrations depict Vikings in Vinland (ca. 1000 A.D.), Columbus's ship Nina (1492), Ponce de Leon in Florida (1513), Verrazano exploring middle Atlantic coast (1524), and more. |
9780486271231 |
List $3.95
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Lewis and Clark Expedition Coloring BookBy Peter F. Copeland
Forty-five accurate, precisely rendered illustrations recapture highpoints of expedition. Captions identify action and provide background information. |
9780486245577 |
List $3.95
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The Incredible Journey of Lewis and ClarkRhoda Blumberg
With loads of great pictures, Rhoda Blumberg knows how to tell about a historical event in a way that is interesting to children. Great read-aloud for all ages. Reading level upper elementary and up. |
9780688144210 |
List $12.95
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James Daugherty, Published by Beautiful Feet Books
"First published in 1951, Mr. Daugherty has reconstructed in essence and detail one of the most splendid and daring exploits in the history of
exploration and discovery" in Of Courage Undaunted. "In simple, forceful, rhythmic language and pictures rich with imaginative understanding, he has captured the spirit of adventure and the beauty of the wilderness. Bold 2 and 3 color illustrations by the author exemplify the text." 169 pages, Trade PB, color
Intermediate/High School |
9781893103023 |
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Roland Smith
"Part history, part science--and adventure through and through--The Captain's Dog is the carefully researched, thrilling tale of America's greatest journey of discovery." This is a story of the dog who accompanied Meriwether Lewis on his famous trip through the Louisiana Purchase. Used in the book study section of the Trail Guide to U.S. History. |
9780152026967 |
List $6.00
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David Livingstone, African ExplorerBy John Hudson Tiner, Sowers Series, Published by Mott Media Africa |
9780880621649 |
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