Description: The legacy of the 13 colonies is an essential building block for elementary social studies students as they develop an understanding of their civic heritage. The Colonial era was a dynamic crucible of politics, human drama, revolution and resolution, in which the formative principles of American culture and government were born. Here are fact-filled, visually compelling stories of the 13 colonies -- from settlement to statehood -- plus the intriguing, but pivotal story of the thwarted, though valiant, colonial effort at Roanoke. The mysterious disappearance of the Roanoke settlers was never resolved. This mystery of history is sure to engage young readers!

From the difficulties faced by the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth Rock to the hardships and triumphs of the American Revolution, the history of Massachusetts encompasses a wealth of pivotal events, including the first Thanksgiving, the Boston Tea Party, the Salem Witch Trials, and, of course, the first shots of the American Revolutionary War.

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