4 M2A - Interdependent Roles in Colonial Times
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A Primary Source History of the Colony of New York (Unabridged)This is a vibrant and fascinating look at the history of the colony of New York. From the discovery of the island of Manhattan and the founding of a tiny Dutch trading village, to New York's emergence as one of the world's most influential cities, the history of the colony of New York is traced... |
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About Face: Copley's Portrait of a Colonial SilversmithCurriculum ideas centered around the Portrait of a Colonial Silversmith by John Singleton Copley, housed at the Memorial Art Gallery in Rochester, NY. Teachers will have to wade through some repetitive info and the occasional broken link to find useful ideas, but the concept fits... |
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American Archaeology Uncovers the Dutch ColoniesAmerican archaeologists uncover important information about English immigrants who settled on the eastern coastline of North American during the colonial period. Among these colonies was the well-known settlement of Jamestown which grew in "fits and starts," and produced evidence of Native... |
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American Archaeology Uncovers the Earliest English ColoniesUses a student-friendly tone and format to introduce readers to the science of historical archaeology, focusing on the earliest English settlements. Explores key concepts of historical archaeology and discusses the tools for understanding how archaeologists uncover clues to America's past.... |
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Colonial America CollectionThis collection contains books about colonial life and times. Includes information about growing up, about tradespeople, and about different historical towns. Content and level is appropriate for 4th grade curriculum. |
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Colonial Times: Field Trips to YesterdayStudents take an educational and entertaining journey back to Colonial America to learn what life was like in the original Thirteen Colonies. Shot at historic restoration in York, ME; Philipsburg Manor, NY; Philadelphia; and Colonial Williamsburg, program interviews "Colonists" at each site so... |
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Colonial WilliamsburgThis web site includes information not only about the village of Colonial Williamsburg, but also American history and what life was like in the colonial and revolutionary times. Interactive games for kids bring history to life! |
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Leaders in Colonial New YorkNew York would not be the state it is today without the many strong leaders of its past. This fascinating resource examines some of the most influential men and women in New York's early history, including Peter Minuit, Sybil Ludington, Peter Stuyvesant, Red Jacket, and George Clinton.... |
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The ApothecaryExplores the daily lives of apothecaries in colonial America and examines how they worked to keep colonists healthy. Outlines several of the techniques and remedies apothecaries used to treat disease and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources... |
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The BarberExplores the daily lives of barbers in colonial America and examines the many tasks they performed in their communities. Outlines several of the techniques and tools used by barbers and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources. |
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