Christopher Columbus 

Author: Marion Dane Bauer

Illustrator: Liz Goulet Dubois

Genre: Biography 

Grade Level: PreK-3

This book is all about Christopher Columbus and his dream to adventure and discover the world. It tells about how he sails across the ocean to an unknown land and how many others followed. He seeks funding and help from the King of Portugal but is denied. He then asked the King and Queen of Spain for many years until they finally agreed. Eventually he lands in what he believes to be the West Indies and has no idea that he has just discovered a new country. It keeps the story simple for young children and short and sweet. It introduces Christopher Columbus to young readers. 

I could use this in the classroom to inspire young readers to follow their dreams. It is also very important to learn about the discovery of the Americas and the Indians. It can be used to teach about history. We could read this book on Columbus Day. 

The illustrations depict his journey with colorful and kid friendly pictures. The pictures are realistic but also kid friendly.