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Columbus Day

Mir Tamim Ansary

It is the second Monday in October and school is closed. But do you know why? It's Columbus Day of course! Turn the pages of this book to find out: how Columbus got lost but still became a hero, why native Americans are sometimes called Indians, how other countries celebrate Columbus Day. Each book in the Holiday Histories series describes one of America's holidays or special days. Explore the history of each day and learn the real reason why it is important. Discover what special meaning each day might have for you.

GenresJuvenile NonfictionBiography & AutobiographyHistoricalHistoryExploration & DiscoveryHolidays & Celebrations

32 pages, 6 editions

English edition · First published 1998 by Heinemann Library · ISBN 9780015757021

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Editions

6 editions

English

  • Columbus Day · Heinemann Library · 1998 · ISBN 9780015757021 This page
  • Columbus Day · Heinemann Library · 2006 · ISBN 9781403488961
  • Columbus Day · Heinemann Library · 2006 · ISBN 9781403488831
  • Columbus Day · Heinemann-Raintree · 2001 · ISBN 9781588104304
  • Columbus Day · Heinemann Library · 1999 · ISBN 9781575727028
  • Columbus Day · Turtleback · 1998 · ISBN 9780613360913

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