Explore with Ponce de León

by Cynthia O'Brien and O'Brien Cynthia

Book Overview

This informative book follows the travels of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Le?n to the Caribbean and Florida. Historical information and high-interest fact boxes are presented in a tabloid-news style that guides readers through major voyages, explorations, and discoveries. Topics include Ponce de Le?n's trip to the New World on Columbus' second voyage, being appointed a governor in the Caribbean, his actions toward the Taino people, life in the Spanish colonies, claiming Florida for Spain, and his legacy. Teacher's guide available.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778714357
• ISBN13: 9780778714354
• Release Date: September 2014
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6