Historical Sources on Colonial Life

By Chet'la Sebree

This book charts the course of colonial America from Christopher Columbus' discovery of the new world in 1492 to the beginning of the Revolutionary War in 1775. Works and personal accounts by historical figures like John Smith and Benjamin Franklin provide students an understanding of topics like life in Jamestown and colonial education. In addition to learning about European settlers and explorers through primary sources, students will learn about the Native Americans who originally inhabited the country. Similarly, students will learn about African Americans who were forced into slave labor. Overall, students will gain an understanding of the colonies and how they became the United States of America.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1502640783
• ISBN13: 9781502640789
• Release Date: July 2019
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12