The Dreadful, Smelly Colonies

The Dreadful, Smelly Colonies
Author: Elizabeth Raum
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2010
Genre: United States
ISBN: 1429639598

An educational and entertaining look at what life was like in Colonial America. From moldy food and dirt covered clothes to poisonous pests and extreme weather, American colonists did not have the easiest lives. Items that we take for granted like deodorant and soap were no where to be found. A great way to get kids interested in history and appreciative of our lives today.

The Dreadful, Smelly Colonies

The Dreadful, Smelly Colonies
Author: Elizabeth Raum
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2019-05-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1496656474

From moldy food and dirt covered clothes to poisonous pests and extreme weather, American colonists had a dreadful time in the New World. Get ready to explore the nasty side of life in the 13 American Colonies.

The Scoop on School and Work in Colonial America

The Scoop on School and Work in Colonial America
Author: Bonnie Hinman
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2012
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1429679867

"Describes various educational and work opportunities in colonial America"--Provided by publisher.

Gross Facts About the American Colonies

Gross Facts About the American Colonies
Author: Mira Vonne
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2019-05-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1496652355

From moldy food and dirt covered clothes to poisonous pests and extreme weather, American colonists had a dreadful time in the New World. Get ready to explore the nasty side of life in the 13 American Colonies.

You Wouldn't Want to be an American Colonist!

You Wouldn't Want to be an American Colonist!
Author: Jacqueline Morley
Publisher: Franklin Watts
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Colonists
ISBN: 9780531259467

This best-selling series engages readers of all levels by making them part of the story. Readers will become the main character and can revel in the gory and dark sides of life throughout important moments in history. Key Features:Perfect resource for reluctant readers with: humor and history tied to curriculum entertaining sidebars to pique reader's curiosity comprehensive glossary to support content index to make navigating subject matter easier

Colonial Voices: Hear Them Speak

Colonial Voices: Hear Them Speak
Author: Kay Winters
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-03-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0147511623

Follow an errand boy through colonial Boston as he spreads word of rebellion. It's December 16, 1773, and Boston is about to explode! King George has decided to tax the colonists' tea. The Patriots have had enough. Ethan, the printer's errand boy, is running through town to deliver a message about an important meeting. As he stops along his route at the bakery, the schoolhouse, the tavern, and more readers learn about the occupations of colonial workers and their differing opinions about living under Britain's rule. This fascinating book is like a field trip to a living history village. * "Winter’s strong, moving text is supported by a thoughtful design that incorporates the look of historical papers, and rich paintings capture the individuals and their circumstances as well as what’s at stake."—Booklist, starred review

Disgusting History

Disgusting History
Author: James A. Corrick
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2014
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1476577455

"Describes the disgusting details about daily life in several historical eras, including housing, food, and sanitation"--

Life in the Colonies

Life in the Colonies
Author: Emily R. Smith
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2004-12-14
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 074398742X

Young readers will be fascinated to learn what life was like for the colonists in early America. The detailed images and easy to read text explore such topics as Puritans, the Mayflower Compact, House of Burgesses, Navigation Acts, and slavery. Along with brief biographies on colonists and Indians like John Smith, William Penn, and Pocahontas and John Rolfe, this engaging reader explains mean of survival and living through farming, colonial crops, and plantations. A table of contents and glossary are provided to enhance readers' understanding of the content and vocabulary.