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Book Synopsis: 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 Hale's 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 didn’t “discover” the lands at all! And his name? Not even really Christopher Columbus! Cowritten by bestselling author Kate Messner and our country’s 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. Don’t miss History Smashers: The Mayflower, Women's Right to Vote, and Pearl Harbor.
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Uncover the shocking truth about Christopher Columbus and the Taino people with History Smashers: Christopher Columbus and the Taino People! This captivating book series is perfect for fans of the I Survived books and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales. Get ready to dive deep into the myths, lies, and secrets surrounding Columbus' voyages.
Contrary to popular belief, Christopher Columbus never actually set foot in what is now the United States. His journey led him to the islands of the Caribbean and the coast of South America. Explore the fascinating history of the Indigenous peoples, including the Taino, who had been living in these lands for thousands of years prior to Columbus' arrival. They were a thriving community, with their own families, societies, and trading networks.
Prepare to be amazed as bestselling author Kate Messner and our country's premier Taino scholar co-write this eye-opening addition to the History Smashers series. This is the book that teachers have been raving about and that kids need to read for a more accurate understanding of history.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to discover the nonfiction series that demolishes everything you thought you knew about history. In addition to History Smashers: Christopher Columbus and the Taino People, be sure to check out other thrilling titles in the series such as The Mayflower, Women's Right to Vote, and Pearl Harbor.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through history? Grab your copy of History Smashers: Christopher Columbus and the Taino People today!
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