colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Teaches children about the daily life and culture of the Pilgrims, the voyage of the "Mayflower," the Mayflower Compact, and the food, shelter, and customs of the Native Americans of southern New England.

Tells the stories of significant people and events in American history, focusing on the early colonial period, discussing the Pilgrims and the voyage of the "Mayflower" to Plymouth Rock, the Mayflower Compact, Squanto and the first Thanksgiving, and life in colonial Williamsburg.

Introduces children to important people and events in the quest for American independence, covering the Declaration of Independence, the Boston Tea Party, Thomas Jefferson, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and the song, "My Country Tis of Thee.".

Documents the history of the Jamestown settlement, discussing scientific evidence of plague, violence, starvation, cannibalism, and struggles with Native Americans.

An old coin in the treasure chest transports twins Felix and Maisie to the island of St. Croix in 1772, where they meet seventeen-year-old Alexander Hamilton who is about to embark on a journey to New York.

Uses humor, puppetry, songs, and other means to explain aspects of American colonial life and the events that led to the American Revolution.

Explores how the characters and lives of King George III of England and George Washington affected the progress and outcome of the American Revolution.

Introduces children to important people and events in the quest for American independence, covering the social, political, and economic conditions that led colonists to seek freedom from England's authority.

An ecological history of colonial New England, looking at how the shift from Indian to European dominance affected the plant and animal communities of the region.

Learn the history behind America's progression from rule by the English monarchy to today's democracy. Explore colonial government, George Washington and the American revolution. See why the founding fathers set the standard of dividing and sharing power.