Ferdinand Magellan

by Kristin Petrie

This biography introduces young readers to the life of brave Portuguese sea captain Ferdinand Magellan, who confirmed that the earth is round and introduced the Pacific Ocean to Europeans while sailing for King Charles I of Spain. Through engaging text, readers learn about Ferdinand Magellan's childhood, education, and early inspirations, such as Christopher Columbus's discovery of the New World and Vasco da Gama reaching India by sailing south around...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1596797444
• ISBN13: 9781596797444
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Abdo Publishing Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6