Explorers of the New World Discover the Golden Age of Exploration With 22 Projects

Ages 9 to 12 years. Offering a fascinating look into the Age of Exploration, this investigative guide delves into the voyages of real-life adventurers such as de Gama, Columbus, Magellan, Cabot, Cortes, and more. With common household items and minimal supervision, children can enjoy 25 hands-on activities while learning about these legendary explorers in world history. Projects include making a star map, creating and using a compass, learning to tie a sailor's knot, and designing an earth pendant. Along with detailed, step-by-step instructions for each activity, this handbook includes biographical sidebars, engaging illustrations, interesting facts, and vocabulary words that allow children to experience this era in a fun fashion.

Carla Mooney is the author of several books for young readers including Forensics: Uncover the Science and Technology of Crime Scene Investigation, The Industrial Revolution: Investigate How Science and Technology Changed the World and Explore Rivers and Ponds! With 25 Projects. Her work has appeared in many magazines including Highlights, Faces, and Learning Through History.

Tom Casteel is an illustrator and cartoonist with a master's degree from the Center for Cartoon Studies. Tom has illustrated several books for Nomad Press, including Natural Disasters: Investigate Earth’s Most Destructive Forces with 25 Projects. He is working on his first graphic novel.