colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Explores Maryland's history during its time as a British colony.

Explores Massachusetts' history during its time as a British colony.

Living in the American colonies was difficult at times as towns were built, governance was established, and people from many different backgrounds, including Native Americans, learned to live together. By the 1770s, many colonists were asserting their belief in a new country free from English rule. Readers meet a young colonist growing up during the tumult of the pre-Revolutionary era. This unique, first-person perspective introduces readers to a period important to the social studies curriculum. Historical images and fact boxes add context to the main content, which focuses more on the chores, schooling, and family life of colonial children.

Widens the history of colonial America to include the entirety of seventeenth-century Puritan New England to the Atlantic slave trade.

Edward Teach, otherwise known as the pirate Blackbeard, was a terror of the seas in the 1700s. Merchant ships had little choice but to surrender to his 40-cannon Queen Anne's Revenge. At one point, Teach accepted a pardon but couldn't retire from piracy for good. This adventurous volume takes readers into the background of the famous figure, explains the origins of his striking moniker, and describes the bloody skirmish that ended his life. Sidebars and fact boxes offer more information about both pirates and privateers and the perils of each chosen path.

Provides primary source documents about the colonial history of the United States, and includes lesson plans and document analysis for each selection.

"Begins with a summary of exploration in the New World [and] ... then follows early colonization efforts, describing the journeys of the first colonists into the unknown and their struggles to make something of their harsh new environment. Readers will learn about the colonies' early societies, governments, and trades."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the life of a colonial woodworker, including his job responsibilities, importance to the community, and everyday life.

Explores the life of a colonial cook, including her importance to the community, social standing, and everyday life.

"[A collection of thirteen stories recounting] the roles, hardships, and daily lives of Native American, European, and African women in 17th- and 18th-century colonial America."--Provided by publisher.