Magellan sailed across the Atlantic Ocean. He sailed around South America. He

sailed across the Pacific Ocean.

4

The King of Spain gave Magellan money for five ships and 270 men. He

wanted a faster way to get to the Spice Islands.

5

Magellan named the Pacific Ocean. He called it “El Mar

Pacífico.” Magellan died before he got back to Spain. Some of the men on his ship, the

Victoria, made it back.

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Spices were very important then. They were used in food,

medicines and perfumes.

Cinnamon

Cloves

Nutmeg

Pepper Grinder

2

Ferdinand Magellan was born in Portugal in 1480. He was a very good sailor and

a naval captain.

Magellan’s voyage was over three years long. He was given

the credit for being the first man to sail around the world.

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Glossaryspices: They are substances that come

from a dried plant or seed.explorer: It is a person who travels to a

place to learn about it or to find it.voyage: It is a long trip to a faraway

place that is sometimes unknown.credit: It is special attention that

is given to someone for doing something or for making something happen.

El Mar Pacífico: It means “The Peaceful Sea” in the Spanish language.

Activities1. Using a highlighter or a yellow

crayon, mark the sentence that tells why Magellan wanted to make this voyage.

2. Using a pencil, underline the sentence that tells why Magellan is remembered for being an important explorer.

3. Have you ever been on a boat? If yes, what kind of boat trip did you have. Write down your answer with details. If no, would you like to go on a boat trip? Where would you like to go? How long would you like your trip to be? Write down your answers.8

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