NavigationWatch the movie to find out how early explorers navigated the oceans. Turn to pages 120 and 121 of your textbook and read about all of these instruments. Draw each one and write two sentences explaining:
1. What they were used for 2. How they worked Now you are almost ready to begin. First, you need a map of the world to start you on your way and a crew of brave men. You are setting out to find an overseas route to India. Why India? Read to find out: http://www.masters.ab.ca/bdyck/early-canada/explorers/index.html |
Write a blog entry describing • why explorers wanted to find a new route to India • what dangers they faced • what they found when they got there |