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Famous for his search for the legendary Fountain of Youth, Spanish
conquistador Ponce de Leon is credited with the discovery of
Florida in 1513. This sensitively written new book describes his
encounters with the native inhabitants of Florida and Puerto Rico.
Young readers will enjoy learning about life at sea and the
hardships faced by his crew also included. Other topics
include
- Ponce de Leon's life, from a page, to a squire, to Governor of a
plantation
- his motivation for seeking to settle the "New World"
- his discoveries of Florida and The Tortugas
- his plantation Cassava, and its role in future trade routes
- aid from the Taino Indians in farming, and the repulsion by the
Calusa Natives from the Florida coast
- a recipe for Cassava bread
- colorful maps and images showing the areas explored
- sections on the age of exploration
- the political climates of various countries that made explorers
venture out into the unknown
- real recipes for foods the explorers ate on their travels
- how explorers lived while on the high seas, on the trail, or in
the encampment
To many people, life is just cooler on the back of a 'hog.'
Children will be eager to find out about the culture and mechanics
of choppers, cruisers, and other motorcycles in the street bike
family. Kids will learn about different types of bikes, the parts
of a motorcycle, and the gear and clothing a biker needs to stay
safe. Other topics include - the evolution of motorcycles over the
last 120 years - the reasons that motorcycles became popular,
including the influence of Hollywood - the different styles of
American and Japanese motorcycles - motorcycle clubs, rallies, and
organized rides - noted designers and engineers who made great
bikes - and made bikes great!
This title explores the role of money in the lives of people around
the world, including its necessity for meeting basic needs, as well
as the importance for charity. Through authentic examples and
engaging scenarios, young readers will learn that money, when used
wisely, can be an instrument of good in the world. Teacher's guide
available.
What is that annoying whine? How about those disgusting worms
crawling in the dog's dish? What made those horrible bites that
itch like crazy? The answer to these creepy questions is FLIES, one
of the world's most important creatures. Fantastic full-color macro
images bring readers inside the world of a common housefly.
Designed for kids doing research and those wanting a ready source
of creepy information, Buzz off, Flies! offers information on life
cycles, family trees, and the fly's unique relationship with
humans.
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