Juan Ponce de Leon and His Lands of Discovery (Explorers of New Lands)

Believing that the Fountain of Youth could be found in the New World, Ponce de Leon explored the coast of a land that he would call Florida. He also had explored and settled the island of Puerto Rico, long before setting foot in Florida.

Presenting the Spanish and Portuguese conquest of the Americas, focusing on the figures that had a profound influence on the exploration of new worlds. Featuring in-text citations, sidebars, comprehension questions, and complete backmatter, this series will enable students to understand the stages of European oceanic and overland exploration amid international rivalries. This series meets national history curriculum standards.