Geronimo Stilton Out of Time The 8th Journey Through Time we make a visit to Sir Francis Drake. You’ll love the other Geronimo Stilton Books and crafts on my page.
I am so enamored with this little mouse and his wild adventures through time to meet famous figures.
At least we get to have a peek through his stories, right?
In this book, Geronimo visits Alexander the Great, Queen Cleopatra, Mozart, and our focus today Sir Francis Drake.
If you are not familiar with Francis Drake, he was an English explorer.
But he was also a sea captain, privateer, slave trader, naval officer, and politician.
His biggest claims to fame are having a major role in England’s defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588.
He was the first Englishman to circumnavigate the world and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth.
About the Geronimo Stilton Series
Geronimo Stilton is full of fun facts presented in a colorful and interesting way for even the child that is reluctant to read.
The series is a younger version of a graphic novel and a great way to introduce history to your child.
This book has jokes, a seek and count page, maps, and lots of fun pirate terms to learn.
Too, colorful words in different fonts and sizes keep kids interested in the story while learning new vocabulary and placing emphasis on what is important.
Activities for Learning About Sir Francis Drake
Besides the wonderful activities in the book, look at some other ideas for learning about Sir Francis Drake.
- Horrible Histories YouTube I’ve Got a Brand New Land to Find.
- Learn some Pirate Words and Phrases.
- Walk the plank by creating one on the floor with painters tape.
- YouTube Bedtime History Podcast.
- How to Draw a Pirate Ship.
- Make your own spyglass with an empty paper towel roll.
- Learn How to Make a Compass.
- Create your own treasure map by drawing out your backyard and creating a fun treasure to find.
- Visit a pet store and look at a real parrot.
- Trace Sir Francis Drakes famous route on your home map or atlas.
- Learn more about pirates with my Pirates Unit Study and Lapbook.
Then, add some information about the differences between a pirate and a privateer.
What is the difference between a pirate and a privateer?
A pirate attacks and robs ships at sea for their own gain.
Privateers are pirates that were hired by the government to do the same thing.
However, they keep part of what they steal for themselves.
Other Geronimo Stilton Chapter Book Activities
Next, look at these other crafts to go with the books.
- Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time Series Fifth Journey Fun Eiffel Tower
- 10 Things to Learn From The Fun Geronimo Stilton Chapter Books
- Geronimo Stilton The Fourth Journey Through Time Fun Cleopatra Collar
- Learn About Mozart The Eight Journey Through Time Geronimo Stilton Series
- The Geronimo Stilton Book Fourth Journey Fun Egypt Game
- Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time Craft a Fun England Tower Guard
- Mouse in Space Fun Puffy Moon Craft (Glow in the Dark)
- Down and Out Down Under Make a Fun Edible Coral Reef
- Field Trip to Niagara Falls Summary And Fun Corn Craft
- The Journey Through Time #2: Back in Time Colosseum Craft
- The Race Against Time Geronimo Stilton Activities: Fun Edible Spine
- Journey Through Time #2: Back in Time Mayan Craft
- The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy
- Who Is Geronimo Stilton Rodent Notebooking Page
Finally, look at how to make a Sir Francis Drake ship craft.
How to Make a Sir Francis Drake Ship
Here is a list of supplies.
- White Paper plate
- Brown craft paint
- Black, white, and brown construction paper/cardstock
- Two wooden skewers
- Red marker
- Hot glue gun/glue sticks
First, cut a paper plate in half, hot glue the two sides together.
You can do this with regular glue instead of hot glue if you’d like it to be an entirely child lead craft but it does take a lot longer for the glue to dry.
So, you may choose to just hot glue it so they can get on with the craft quicker.
This is what it should look like at this point.
Let your child paint both sides of the boat as well as the inside if they like and allow it to dry completely.
While you’re waiting for the boat to dry cut out three small circles of brown construction paper.
And cut three slightly smaller circles out of black construction paper.
Then layer them to create the little portholes on the ship.
Next, take white card stock and cut two smaller trapezoids.
Also, cut two larger trapezoids for the sales as well as a small rectangle for the flag and you can see what that will look like below.
Help your child to poke the top and bottom of the trapezoid through the skewer.
Bend it out a little bit to look like it has a little wind and it sails of course with a larger trapezoid on bottom and the smaller trapezoid on top.
Attach the flag to the top of one with glue.
Glue portholes to the side of the ship.
Slip the skewered flags inside the ship and attach with hot glue, this will make certain it is secure and allow it to be ready faster.
Once the glue is cooled your ship is ready to set sail for adventure.
What do you think? Ready to try another fun Geronimo Stilton activity?
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