colonies

Illustrations and easy-to-follow text profiles the establishment of the Dutch colonial settlements of New Netherland, and describes the early settler's interactions with the Native Americans, the establishment of New Amsterdam, William Keift, and other related topics.

Illustrations and easy-to-follow text profiles the establishment of French colonies in America, and describes the settlements in Canada and Louisiana, the French and Indian War, and other related topics.

Brief text and illustrations discuss the British colonial system, the war for independence, the Constitution, and the era of good feeling.

Describes the methods used by American archaeologists to learn about early Dutch settlers in North America.

Describes what life was like in the first Spanish colonies in the Americas, discussing its settlers, social structure, daily activities, and impact on American history.

Offers a brief historical overview of the first Dutch colonies in the Americas, and the men and women who settled them.