Inspiring Stories of Explorers: 30 Biographies of Men and Women Who Explored the World

A collection of 30 illustrated explorers biographies at just the right size for kids transitioning into chapter books!

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Light Paperback • 72 pages • 6 in x 9 in • Ideal for kids 6-9 years old
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A collection of 30 illustrated explorers biographies at just the right size for kids transitioning into chapter books!

From frozen mountaintops to the depths of the ocean, from the vast Atlantic to the endless skies, this explorers chapter book takes you on a thrilling journey through history’s most daring adventures! Meet Leif Erikson, the Viking who reached North America before Columbus, Sacagawea, the Native American woman who guided Lewis and Clark, Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space, and many more!

Featuring 30 incredible explorers, you’ll sail with Ferdinand Magellan, race around the world with Nellie Bly, dive into the ocean with Jacques Cousteau, and climb to the highest peaks with Tenzing Norgay. These adventurers defied the odds, braved the unknown, and changed history forever.

Each story is packed with fascinating details, fun facts, and inspiring lessons about courage, curiosity, and perseverance. Plus, a timeline for each explorer, glossary, and discussion questions make this book perfect for classrooms, book reports, or curious minds at home.

You’ll love its many features, including:

  • Full-color illustrations throughout!
  • Perfectly sized at 72 pages to be manageable for kids starting chapter books
  • Includes timelines for every biography, plus a glossary, timeline, and discussion questions at the end of the book
  • Protective gloss coating on cover

Whether you dream of exploring space, discovering new lands, or diving into the ocean’s mysteries, this book will inspire you to embark on your own adventures!

Are you ready to explore?

Explorers include:

  • Leif Erikson
  • Marco Polo
  • Abubakari II
  • Ibn Battuta
  • Zheng He
  • Christopher Columbus
  • Juan Ponce de León
  • Ferdinand Magellan
  • James Cook
  • Jeanne Baret
  • Lewis and Clark
  • Sacagawea
  • Isabella Bird
  • John Wesley Powell
  • Calamity Jane
  • Mary Kingsley
  • Robert Peary
  • Matthew Henson
  • Nellie Bly
  • Bessie Coleman
  • Amelia Earhart
  • Jacques Cousteau
  • Tenzing Norgay
  • Edmund Hillary
  • Neil Armstrong
  • Barbara Hillary
  • William Pinkney
  • Sylvia Earle
  • Liv Arnesen
  • Mae Jemison
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    MindSpring is a California-based press dedicated to creating affordable and engaging nonfiction for young readers.

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