This collection includes a description of the life and work of Christopher Columbus, along with a discussion of why Columbus Day is a controversial holiday. Includes video.

Kids learn about Columbus Day. The history and facts about this holiday celebrating the discovery of America.

An exhibit by the Library of Congress supplies diverse facts on the famous 1492 voyage. The exhibition first examines the encounter between the European explorers and the native people. They explore five geographical areas: The Caribbean...

The National Postal Museum publishes a captioned exhibition of U.S. postage stamps depicting Columbus's first voyage to the New World.

Choose from dozens of simple crafts including activities for the holidays, animal crafts and much more.

TeacherLINK at Utah State University offers a wealth of topics and project information on celebrations held throughout the world. Click on "Topics and Authors," to access a long list of available lesson plans on a variety of...

Amerigo Vespucci was an Italian-born merchant and explorer who took part in early voyages to the New World on behalf of Spain around the late 15th century. By that time, the Vikings had established settlements in present-day North...