Historic communities

Describes what life was like in the United States during the colonial period.

Examines the many different toys with which children played in the nineteenth century.

This book presents information on pioneer cookery and instructions for recipes prepared in the spirit of the pioneers, including multicultural dishes, historical methods, and current adaptations.

This book examines the different types of outdoor schoolyard games, including dodgeball, tag, and skipping, as well as recess activities played by children in 19th century North America.

This book examines classroom games for different subjects, including mathematics, spelling, geography, and history, as well as art and music, played by children in 19th century North America.

A look at the social and economic life of pioneer villages in North America. Uses photographs of contemporary reconstructions to emphasize specific ideas and concepts.

Discusses various customs and traditions of the early settlers such as bathing newborn babies in wine to make them strong and healthy.

Text and accompanying photographs examine the daily routine of the one-room school and includes stories and activities.

Looks at the role of the kitchen in the daily life of pioneers, not just as a place for food preparation, but also as the home's social center.