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K-3Good Question! series.
This book chronicles the history of Columbus's first voyage to the New World with pertinent questions and succinct but thoughtful answers. Berne answers such questions as "What was life like aboard the ships?"; "How did Columbus treat the native people?"; and "How did Columbus change the world?"; giving young readers insight into Columbus's exploits. Maps and full-page illustrations enhance the readable text. Timeline.