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Explorers of the New World: Discover the Golden Age of Exploration with 25 Projects (Build It Yourself series)
Explorers of the New World Discover the Golden Age of Exploration with 25 Projects - Build It Yourself series Author:Carla Mooney 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, kids can enjoy 25 hands-on activities while learning about these legendary explorers in world history... more ». 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 kids to experience this era in a fun fashion.« less