History of Exploration, A

PRODUCT SUMMARY

People have explored since the dawn of time, seeking wealth, power, colonies, information and the attainment of other goals. This program takes a closer look at the major reasons that inspired people to explore throughout the ages and the innovations that supported advancements in exploration. Discover the motivations of early explorers whose bravery in exploration provided a foundation for the successes that would occur during the European Golden Age of Discovery. Learn about the development of some important tools of navigation, and see why these improvements enabled explorers to travel over land and sea more successfully. Part of the multivolume Explorers of the World DVD Series. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online.