The Age of Discovery web site provides information about a very exciting time in history. The New World (the Americas) was being explored by the best European seamen and heroes of the time. As you explore the text and maps about these interesting people and times be sure to click on the the linked words for explanations and more detailed information.

Remember to scroll down the page to find everything. The maps that show the explorers' routes are usually at the bottom.

There are many links to books available on the explorers. Those links go to the Internet Store, Amazon.com. Students should avoid those links and concentrate on the information. Teachers may find those links helpful for obtaining material for their classrooms.