Unit 7a - the Colonization of America - Columbus & New Spain

This unit begins with the voyages of Columbus and other early explorers of the New World.  We then discuss the establishment and early days of the colonies of New Spain, Roanoke, Jamestown, New France and New Netherland.
Vocabulary terms for this unit are on SpellingCity.com
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Nina, Pinta & Santa Maria
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Spanish conquistador fights Aztec Eagle Warrior
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Coronado's Search - 1898 painting by Frederic Remington
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Hernando de Soto's expedition to Tennessee & beyond