The Exploration of South America

by Tim Cooke

Book Overview

Explorers searching for a "New World" found a continent teeming with life and opportunity. Readers will learn how humanity pushed to the edges of the Earth in the quest for knowledge. They will also learn about the exploits of famous explorers such as Francisco Pizarro and Americo Vespucci while full-color photographs show the continent in stunning detail. Fact boxes add depth to every expedition and journey, while glossary terms and further information...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433986280
• ISBN13: 9781433986284
• Release Date: January 2013
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.7" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6