Pedro's Journal: A Voyage with Christopher Columbus, August 3, 1492-February 14, 1493

I read this book out loud to my children. We all enjoyed this story written from the perspective of a cabin boy.

I am a 10 year old and I like this book because it teaches me about Pedro's journey with Christopher Columbus. Pedro tells us what he did while sailing with Christopher Columbus. Take for example the time he tricked someone else into swabbing the deck while he sat back and watched. Also, the prayers written in the book gave me a mind movie. I can imagine myself there with Pedro on the wooden bed on the ship with my hands together, saying a prayer. I would recommend this book to other 10 year olds. They'll find it interesting.

A enjoyable book for my 9 year old. A story that captures and keeps the attention thoughout the book.

Pedro's Journal by Pam Conrad is a heartwarming story about trust. Pam really brought out the characters by using lot's of detail.Pedro is a boy who went sailing with Christopher Columbus. He's the only person on the ship who knew how to read and write.Pam kept you reading by her creative chapter endings. She changed font and size when writing about what the characters were saying and thinking.Anyone who reads this book will say it's hard to put down. Don't miss this good chance to read this outstanding book.

Pedro's Journal was read by my 5th grade classes to learn more about Christopher Columbus and his journey. It was perfect for a class of mixed ability readers, it's history was well researched, and it engaged the students. We used it for a Literary Circle book. I highly recommend it for Social Studies, Language Arts, or an example of journal writing.