Francisco Vásquez de Coronado: An Explorer of the Southwest

by Amie Hazleton

Overview

Explore the life of Francisco Vasquez de Coronado in this captivating biography. Spanish legends claimed there were seven cities built of gold filled with treasure and riches. Coronado and his crew spent three years exploring the New World in search of gold, discovering only the beauty of the landscape. Follow along the brave journey of Coronado and learn the importance of his expeditions in the American Southwest.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515742036
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2017
Series:	World Explorers
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 8.75(h) x 0.38(d)
Lexile:	930L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction: A Journey Begins 4

Chapter 1 A Mysterious New World 6

Chapter 2 The Journey of Death 12

Chapter 3 A Glimmer of Hope 18

Chapter 4 Return to New Spain 24

Timeline 28

Important People 29

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Using the Common Core 32

Index 32

Interviews

Engaging, Mid-Level Text; Vivid and Accurate Photographs; Fact Boxes; On-Page Definitions of Glossary Terms; Maps and Infographics; Sidebars with Supplemental Information and Anecdotes; Timeline with Important Dates in Explorer's Life