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This is the story of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus, beginning with his childhood dream of being a sailor. Despite his incredible courage and determination, Columbus' greed caused many problems. His voyages never brought him the riches he sought, but what he did find was more important than he ever could have imagined.
2) Columbus Day
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Columbus Day might seem like just another day off from school, but every year we remember Columbus's important contributions to our nation. Today Columbus's journey to the West Indies is celebrated in a variety of ways, including parades, reenactments, and Italian-American festivals. Readers can learn about the holiday's history and significance, in addition to following a blue corn cake recipe and making a boat craft from a walnut shell and clay....
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Christopher Columbus landed in the West Indies on October 12, 1492. Today, October 12 honors Columbus' adventurous spirit as well as his Italian-American heritage. Easy-to-follow bilingual text in English and standard Latin American Spanish explains the holiday's history and contemporary celebrations in accessible terms. Photographs illustrate Columbus' life as well as modern celebrations of the holiday in his honor.
4) Columbus Day
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Introduces the life and accomplishments of Christopher Colombus, how Columbus Day became a holiday, and how it is celebrated in the United States.
5) Columbus Day
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Introduces Columbus Day, briefly outlines the life and accomplishments of the explorer, and describes the way people celebrate the holiday.
8) Columbus Day
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Each year on October 12th, millions of people in the United States celebrate Columbus Day. Celebrations include parades, songs, and special foods. The history of this celebration will engage children and teach them about Christopher Columbus, the events of his voyage, and the discovery of the New World.
9) Columbus Day
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Examines the history of Columbus Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.
10) Columbus Day
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Relates the story of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus and gives the history of Columbus Day.
11) Columbus Day
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Introduces Columbus Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.
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Readers will get the chance to understand who Christopher Columbus was and why his discovery was so important. Had Columbus and his men never arrived in the Americas, the country we live in would be an entirely different place. Colorful photographs and a picture glossary make this book accessible and fun for young learners.
16) Columbus Day
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Discusses why and how Columbus Day is celebrated and highlights the life and voyages of the famous explorer.
19) Columbus Day
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Discusses how the achievements of the man credited with discovering America led to the present-day celebration of his landing in the New World.
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