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Description
The book is a biography of Sieur de La Salle, a French explorer who lived during the seventeenth century. It chronicles his expeditions through North America, including his historic journey down the entire length of the Mississippi River in 1682, when he claimed the river and surrounding lands for France. The book details his later attempts to explore the river from its mouth northward and his contributions to French exploration of the continent.
Quick Summary
This book brings to life a daring explorer who paddled down the entire Mississippi River when it was still a mysterious unknown stretch of water on the map. Kids will love following La Salle's dangerous journey through wild territories, camping under stars, and claiming huge chunks of land for France with just a flag and bold words. If your kid loves the action and discovery in historical adventure books, they'll be hooked on this quick but fascinating read. Perfect for readers in grades 4 through 8 who want a fast, fact-filled journey into the past.