John Smith

by Kristin Petrie

This biography introduces young readers to the life of Englishman John Smith. Readers learn about Smith's childhood, education, and the many battles he fought as a soldier for France, Netherlands, and Austria. Smith's meeting with explorer Henry Hudson is introduced. The book also explains that Smith sailed to North America for King James I of England, trying to find a waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Readers learn of Smith's bravery...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1596797517
• ISBN13: 9781596797512
• Release Date: December 2007
• Publisher: Checkerboard Library
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6