“This is one of the best books for children about Colonial America. History teachers should own this book.” – Children’s Literature

“An educational yet fun approach to history.” – Family Fun

With little understanding of where they were headed, brave men and women embarked on a journey to a new and unknown land. A land we now call America. What they found – and what they did – changed the course of history forever.

From colonial fashions and trades to biographies on key historical figures such as Captain John Smith and Thomas Jefferson, this interactive guide blends engaging activities with facts and trivia about early America. Through hands-on projects using common household materials, kids will explore the daily lives of early colonists and try their hand at activities such as rug braiding, candle making, and weather forecasting.

You can take a peek inside the book with this free excerpt of the yarn making activity from Chapter 4.
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