Exploration History

You've probably heard of Magellan in your history books, but do you really know his story? You might only know of his achievements and incredible voyages, but to know where he got his bravery from, you must first know how he grew up. This biography book will give you that chance to learn more about the first man to circumnavigate the world. Secure the audiobook today!

The disappearance of Amelia Earhart continues to be shrouded with mystery. There have been many theories and tales over the years. But this book is not about the mystery; rather, it’s about her life. Amelia is considered bold because she dared to fly solo and achieve a feat no man has done. She lived a very interesting life. Meet Amelia in this audiobook!

Join the American journalist Henry Morton Stanley on his amazing quest to find David Livingstone, England's most celebrated explorer, in this new addition to the number one New York Times best-selling series!

Train your child to be a future investigator starting with the realization of historical facts that shape the present. This book features the life and times of Samuel de Champlain, particularly his role as the father of the New France. But how did he do it? What are his other adventures and discoveries? Find out by listening to this book today.

The Paragon Expedition is the thrilling story of twins stranded on the moon. The story is inspired by the great explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. With his courage and prudence he saved 57 people who lost their ship but not their hope.

As a young boy, Charles Darwin hated school and was often scolded for conducting “useless” experiments. Yet his passion for the natural world was so strong that he suffered through terrible seasickness during his five-year voyage aboard The Beagle. Darwin collected new creatures from the coasts of Africa, South America, and the Galapagos Islands, and expanded his groundbreaking ideas that would change people's understanding of the natural world. This audiobook will make Darwin and his theory of evolution an exciting discovery for every young listener.

Winner of the Caldecott Medal, this stunning audiobook depicts Louis Bleriot's historic first cross-Channel flight.

Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator, and colonizer. Born in the Republic of Genoa under the auspices of the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, he completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. Those voyages and his efforts to establish settlements on the island of Hispaniola initiated the permanent European colonization of the New World. At a time when European kingdoms were beginning to establish new trade routes and colonies, motivated by imperialism and economic competition, Columbus proposed to reach the East Indies (South and Southeast Asia) by sailing westward.

This entertaining book encourages young listeners to become creative thinkers. People with great ideas, some famous and some not so much, invented the things we use every day. Inventors like Ben Franklin, the Wright Brothers, Heddy Lamar, and Josephine Cochran dreamed the big dreams that led to lightning rods, airplanes, torpedoes, and dishwashers.

Sacagawea was a Shoshone Indian woman who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition in their exploration of the Western United States between 1804 and 1806. This audiobook describes the expedition undertaken by Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and Sacagawea.

Lewis and Clark's famous 1804 expedition was told with great detail by the explorers themselves in an eight-volume account. Now young historians have the opportunity to learn the thrills, challenges, and adventures in a version accessible for them. Two years' worth of entries are condensed into a flowing account that maintains the historical essence of the original. With a fact-filled prologue and epilogue, young listeners can relive the adventurous 8,000-mile journey across uncharted wilderness.

So you want to be an explorer? Explorers need courage, like Alexander the Great, who conquered most of the known world. But for budding explorers out there, the rewards can be great. Neil Armstrong earned lasting fame when he became the first person to set foot on the moon.

In the early 16th century, Spanish adventurers swarmed over the islands of the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. Portuguese explorers and merchants pushed into the Indian Ocean and beyond to the Spice Islands of the South Pacific. The names of the leaders of these overseas conquests are well known: Hernán Cortés, Francisco Pizarro, Hernando de Soto, Afonso de Albuquerque, and Ferdinand Magellan. This audiobook explores the details of their incredible lives in service of their monarchs and personal wealth.

Dive into a riveting exploration of one of history's most astonishing chapters – the audacious conquest of the Americas by a handful of daring conquistadors. This book peels back the layers of history to reveal a story far more complex and gripping than the simplistic tale of firepower overcoming sheer numbers.

Introducing The Journey Of Pearl Jam, the definitive guide to one of the most iconic bands of the past three decades. With an in-depth look at the band's formation, history, impact on music, and social activism, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of Pearl Jam's journey.

Katherine knew it was wrong that African Americans didn't have the same rights as others - as wrong as 5+5=12. She knew it was wrong that people thought women could only be teachers or nurses - as wrong as 10-5=3. And she proved everyone wrong by zooming ahead of her classmates, starting college at 15, and eventually joining NASA, where her calculations helped pioneer America's first manned flight into space, its first manned orbit of Earth, and the world's first trip to the moon!

You probably know about the story of John Smith and Pocahontas as told by Disney. This time, however, you will learn about the true story of John Smith. You will also study his involvement in the establishment of the Jamestown colony, which was the first English colony in America. Learn from his story. Have a good listen!

The Pueblo Indians were a tribe that once lived in Northeastern Arizona. They were named Pueblo by the early Spanish explorers. Inside this book of social studies is information on the life of the Pueblos and their associated tribes. Also discussed are the conflicts between the Pueblos and the Spaniards.

Who were the Spanish explorers who toured Southwest America? Let’s listen about them and their story. In particular, study the early Spanish explorers of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. At the end of this book, you should be able to describe the contributions each of the explorers made. Grab a copy today.

This time, you will learn about the role of French explorers in the exploration of North America. In particular, you will be investigating the role of Samuel de Champlain in the establishment of the region of New France. Your child will also learn to identify, locate, and correctly label Quebec, as well as the western end of the St. Lawrence River in Northern New York.