Ignite a curiosity for historical events as students learn about the Age of Discovery. This informational text takes a look at some of the ambitious world travelers that have helped map the modern world--from the Vikings, Marco Polo, Christopher Columbus, to Amerigo Vespucci. Primary sources offer a glimpse into the past as students immerse themselves with authentic maps, artifacts, and images from that era.

• Build literacy skills and social studies content knowledge
• Appropriately leveled content provides access to every type of learner
• Includes text features such as captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary
• Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career