The New World held promises of fame and fortune. As explorers sailed into dangerous waters, the need for faster trade routes grew. The mythical land of California promised the most riches, but who would get there first? So began the quest for the West!

Ignite a curiosity about California's rich history through primary sources such as maps, letters, images, and photographs. This Spanish primary source reader will help English language learners achieve social studies literacy. Features include:

• Text features such as a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents increase comprehension and build academic vocabulary
• Sketch It! culminating activity challenges students to draw a map of their neighborhood
• Your Turn! activity challenges students to create a coat of arms
• Read and Respond provides post-reading questions that develop critical thinking