History Smashers: Christopher Columbus and the Taino People by Kate Messner (Eng

Description: History Smashers: Christopher Columbus and the Taino People by Kate Messner, Jose Barreiro Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about Christopher Columbus, and learn all about the Taino people. Perfect for fans of the I Survived books and Nathan Hales Hazardous Tales.Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth about Christopher Columbus, and learn all about the Taino people. Perfect for fans of the I Survived books and Nathan Hales Hazardous Tales.In 1492, Christopher Columbus sailed across the ocean and discovered America. Right? WRONG! Columbus never actually set foot in what is now the United States. His voyages took him to islands in the Caribbean and along the coast of South America.The truth is, when Columbus first arrived, Indigenous peoples, including the Taino, had been living there for thousands of years, raising their families, running their societies, and trading with their neighbors. He didnt "discover" the lands at all! And his name? Not even really Christopher Columbus! Cowritten by bestselling author Kate Messner and our countrys premier Taino scholar, this fascinating addition to the series is the one that teachers have been asking for and that kids need to read.Discover the nonfiction series that demolishes everything you thought you knew about history. Dont miss History Smashers- The Mayflower, Womens Right to Vote, and Pearl Harbor. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography KATE MESSNER is passionately curious and writes books that encourage kids to wonder, too. Her titles include award-winning picture books, like Over and Under the Snow; novels, like Breakout and Chirp; the Fergus and Zeke easy reader series and the popular Ranger in Time chapter books; and works of nonfiction with a focus on nature and history.JOS BARREIRO is a Cuban-born American writer, journalist, and former professor of Native American studies at Cornell University. He is a member of the Taino Nation of the Antilles. Review "With witty text and entertaining sidebars that add context, this highly illustrated myth-buster will entice reluctant readers and history buffs alike." -School Libray Journal Details ISBN059356426X Author Jose Barreiro Audience Age 8-12 Series History Smashers Language English Year 2023 Illustrator Falynn Koch ISBN-10 059356426X ISBN-13 9780593564264 Publication Date 2023-08-08 Imprint Random House Books for Young Readers Series Number 8 Pages 208 Publisher Random House USA Inc Format Paperback Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2023-08-08 NZ Release Date 2023-08-08 US Release Date 2023-08-08 UK Release Date 2023-08-08 Place of Publication New York Illustrations BLACK AND WHITE ILLUSTRATIONS Audience Children / Juvenile DEWEY 970.015 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:145101655;

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