Who Was Christopher Columbus?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013 · Est. 1 hour read

Who Was Christopher Columbus?

Written by Bonnie Bader and Who HQ · Illustrated by Nancy Harrison

Part of the Who Was . . . ? series

A sailor's quest for new trade routes faces financial hurdles and ambition.

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112 pages· 7,505 words· Est. 1 hour read· 640L
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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a journey with Christopher Columbus, a determined sailor who dreams of forging new trade routes to the Indies. As he navigates the challenges of securing financial backing, Columbus's ambition to become the 'Great Admiral of the Seas' drives him forward. Will his vision lead to fortune or failure? Discover the trials and triumphs of a man whose daring voyage changed the world.

From the publisher

Learn all about Christopher Columbus’ early life at sea, which led him to seek fortune by sailing west in hopes of creating new trade routes with the Indies. Kids will read about why he called himself the “Great Admirald of the Seas” and learn of all his struggles to find finacial support for his voyage.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Words
7,505
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
640L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~P
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
160146
Publication
Published
June 27, 2013
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780448463339
LCCN
2012037715

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