In Explore Colonial America!, kids ages 6-9 learn about America's
earliest days as European settlements, and how the colonists managed to
survive, build thriving colonies, and eventually challenge England for
independence.
How did the colonists build homes, feed and clothe themselves, and get
along with the Native Americans who were already here? This accessible
introduction to the colonial period teaches young children about the
daily lives of ordinary colonists and offers fascinating stories about
those who helped shape the emerging nation. Activities range from
creating a ship out of a bar of soap and building a log home out of
graham crackers and pretzels to making a wampum necklace. Projects are
easy-to-follow, require minimal adult supervision, and use primarily
common household products and recycled supplies.
By combining a hands-on element with riddles, jokes, fun facts, and
comic cartoons, kids Explore Colonial America!, and have a great time
discovering our nation's founding years.