colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Describes the life of legendary eighteenth-century pirate Blackbeard, including his time as a privateer, his betrayal of his crew in 1718, and his violent death.

A biography of the founder of Rhode Island, often called the "father of religious liberty in America.".

A brief history of Charleston, South Carolina, from its founding in 1670 to the end of the Revolutionary War.

Traces the history of the thirteenth colony from DeSoto's search for gold in the area in 1540 to the end of the Revolutionary War.

Simple text and illustrations discuss the history of Philadelphia from its founding to the end of the Revolutionary War.

Traces the events which led to the Declaration of Independence, with emphasis on the events in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Ten true stories of emigrants from different countries and cultures who settled in colonial America.

Explores the history of Independence Day, celebrated in the United States on July 4, and discusses why it is important and how it is observed.

Collection of traditional songs sung in Colonial America, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812, each featuring the words, musical notation, and a historical commentary.

Presents important people, places, events, discoveries and inventions in United States history as well as focusing on social, political, and cultural factors specific to the American colonies before 1775.