1600-1775, colonial period

After his thievery conviction in 1724, Oliver Cromwell Pitts is sent from England across the Atlantic to America where he is enslaved on a tobacco farm, never giving up on finding his sister, Charity, brought to the colonies on a different ship.

Describes the Salem witch trials which took place in Massachusetts in the seventeenth century.

The story of Hester Prynne, shunned for her adultery in seventeenth century Massachusetts, and how she used her inner strength to overcome society's ridicule.

An illustrated introduction to the very first Thanksgiving.

Tells the story of colonial North Carolina, from the arrival of explorers to the Revolution, discussing the colonies at Roanoke, relations with Native Americans, the Regulators, and other topics.

Draws from letters and other contemporary documents to tell the story of the Pilgrims, describing their experiences in England, their desire for religious freedom, and the impact of their quest on American history.

Offers information about colonial America and includes instructions for related arts and crafts.

Chronicles the history of the American colonies, from the first English settlement in Jamestown to the growing unrest with Britain that culminated in the American Revolution.

Introduces the personal relationships and daily activities that were part of the family life of slaves in colonial America.

Photographs and illustrations describe America's first settlements.