Tells about famous explorers such as Magellan, Columbus, Cortes, and Neil Armstrong and includes instructions for making a compass, a survival kit, a sea chest, and other items.
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Land ahoy! The Explorer's Handbook contains all the information an intrepid voyager needs. Whether you plan to circumnavigate the globe like Sir Francis Drake, trek through the jungle like David Livingstone, or journey to the moon like Neil Armstrong, you'll find fascinating facts to help you on your way.
There are easy-to-follow instructions on how to make vital exploring equipment, such as a compass or a sea chest, a quiz to see if you are truly the exploring kind, tips on putting together a survival kit, and hints on the best hat for the tropics. With activities that include baking Spice Island Cookies, drawing Plains Indian designs, and making an authentic Aztec mask, The Explorer's Handbook is essential reading for all those who dream of distant horizons.
Combining colorful drawings and photographs, and tales of danger and discovery, the adventurous world of the explorer is brought thrillingly to life.
—from the dust jacket
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