colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

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.

A history of South Carolina from its beginning as an English colony to 1788 when it became the eighth state, focusing on the experiences of people who lived and worked in the region.

First-person accounts, archival illustrations, and historical maps describe the history of Maryland from 1634 to 1776, including its founding as a haven for Catholics.

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.

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.

First-person accounts, archival illustrations, and historic maps reveal the history of New France from 1534 to 1763, including early settlements and confrontations with Native Americans, wars with the British, and the fall of New France.

The first Thanksgiving was a celebration. The pilgrims were thankful for the harvest they planted. Find out what the pilgrims ate for the first Thanksgiving. Paired to the fiction title A Year of Fun.

Tells what your life would be like if you had lived at the same time as George Washington.

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

Makes study for the SAT easier using a facing-page format which, on the right-hand side, lays out the text of The Scarlet Letter, highlighting challenging SAT words, and, on the left-hand side, their definitions, part of speech, pronunciation, and synonyms.