Here are some online resources for the fourth grade research project on Famous Explorers.
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Fact Monster
Fact Monster is a great children's encyclopedia. You should enter the name of your explorer into the Fact Monster search bar and click "Go". You will see a list of results. "Biographies" is a great place to start. It will give you a short summary on your explorer. "Kids Encyclopedia" and "Encyclopedia" will provide additional information.
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bio. True Story
bio. True Story is part of A&E networks. You should enter the name of your explorer into the bio search bar and click on the video icon (if it is available); otherwise click on the explorers name in the search bar. There is a "quick facts" information on each explorer, as well as a synopsis of his life. Many also include a video of the explorer.
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Leif Erickson (Eriksson)
The only explorer that did not have a video on "bio. True Stories" is Leif Erickson. You can use this video:
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