Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus used his knowledge about an upcoming lunar eclipse in 1504 to frighten Jamaican natives into giving him supplies. Idea: Do tables exist to predict lunar and solar eclipses?
Feb 292024
Aug 032024
Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus left Palos, Spain, in 1492 with three ships, the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, in an attempt to reach Asia from a westerly direction. He commanded a crew of 90 men. They spotted land in the New World on October 12, 1492. Children could learn more at: Christopher Columbus.
Sep 252024
Christopher Columbus started his second voyage to the New World in 1493. This time he had seventeen ships and close to 1,500 men. He discovered land on November 3, 1493 and still believed he had reached India. In all he made four voyages to the new world.
Oct 122024
Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492. He had left Spain on August 3, 1492, with three ships and 90 men. His journey, filled with dangers, marked the beginning of the age of exploration. Children can read a well-written summary of his explorations at: Columbus.
Oct 122024
Flag of Spain
Spain, recognizing Columbus’s 1492 accomplishment, celebrates National Day. At one time Spain controlled most of South America and Central America and portions of North America. Spain, home to over 47 million citizens, is about twice the size of Oregon, and Madrid is the capital. Children could learn more at: Spain.