Celebrate Columbus Day

Celebrate Holidays

by Joanne Mattern

Describes the journeys Columbus took during his exploration of the West Indies, highlights his life and career, and tells how people celebrate Columbus Day in the United States and the controversy surrounding the holiday.

104 pages, Library Binding

First published September 1, 2006

About the author

Mattern is the author of many books for children. Her favorite topics include animals, biography, and history. She lives in the Hudson Valley of New York State.

Reviews

[wildct2003 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this for the information on how the day is celebrated/commemorated and its history. Learned about Dia de le Raza (Day of the Race).