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Children's Books About Famous Explorers

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Books About Famous Explorers

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Exploring Planet Earth

John Tiner

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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Leif the Lucky

Ingri & Edgar D'Aulaire

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 Vikings

Elizabeth Janeway

The Vikings is another Landmark book.

9780394848853

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The Travels of Marco Polo

Translated 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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Columbus

Ingri & Edgar D'Aulaire

"This very popular title 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, Trade PB, Primary/Intermediate

9780964380332

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9780486255422

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The World of Columbus and Sons

Genevieve Foster

The World of Columbus and Sons "tells the story of the world of the Renaissance and the Reformation. Columbus, Prince Henry the Navigator, Ivan III, Gutenburg, Queen Isabella, Leonardo da Vinci, Mohammed II, Nomi Mansa, Martin Luther, Vasco de Gama, Copernicus, Michelangelo, and many others all come to life. The author, a three time Newbery Honor Award winner, presents the events of this important period as a series of miniature dramas with an emphasis on the interaction of events and people. 406 pages, Trade PB, Intermediate/High School.

97809643803871

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Christopher Columbus, Adventurer of Faith and Courage

By Bennie Rhodes, Sowers Series

Early America

9780915134267

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9781887159111

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Westward Ho!

Charles Kingsley

For studying the Elizabethan ere, there is no finer classic novel than Westward Ho!  Full of the drama of this age of exploration, discovery, and conquest, Kingsley has truly brought this colorful time to life.  From the coral reefs of the Barbados to the jungles of the Orinoco and to the providential defeat of the Spanish Armada, this vibrant novel captures the daring spirit of the Elizabethan adventurers who sailed with Sir Francis Drake. 413 pages, Trade Paperback

Advanced

9781893103207

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The World of Captain John Smith

Genevieve Foster

The award winning World of Captain John Smith continues the world's story near the turn of the 16th century during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.  Set amidst the drama of Shakespearean England, readers will also be introduced to the prominent personalities of Smith's world: Sir Francis Drake, Mary Queen of Scots, the Medici of France, Galileo, Henry Hudson, Sir Walter Raleigh, Pope Gregory, Chaplain, the Czars of Russia, the Pilgrims, the Puritans and many more.  Dozens of key events such as the closing of the Orient, the defeat of the Spanish Armada, the writing of the KJV bible are included.  400 Pages, Trade PB, Intermediate/High School.

9781893103009

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Pocahontas

By Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire

"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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9781887159159

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9780486271231

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Lewis and Clark Expedition Coloring Book

Peter F. Copeland, Dover Publications

With 45 historically accurate pictures for coloring, the Lewis and Clark Expedition Coloring will go along with any study of Lewis and Clark.  The captions provide background information about each picture and provide a continuous narrative of the expedition.

9780486245577

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The Incredible Journey of Lewis and Clark

Rhoda 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

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Of Courage Undaunted

James Daugherty

"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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The Captain's Dog

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

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David Livingstone, African Explorer

By John HudsonTiner, Sowers Series

Africa

9780880621649

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Powell’s Colorado River Expedition Coloring Book

Peter F. Copeland, Dover Publications

In May 1869, John Wesley Powell mounted a major expedition to explore the Colorado River valley.  Carefully researched with 39 black-and-white line illustrations, Powell's Colorado River Expedition Coloring Book depicts Indian villages, rock formations, hunting parties, running the rapids surveying work, campsites, rescues and more.

9780486275260

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