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Description
The New York Colony is a nonfiction book that explores the history of one of the original thirteen colonies. The book examines the daily lives of colonial settlers in New York and describes the Native American peoples who lived on the land before European arrival. Topics include the colony's founding, economic activities, and relationships between colonists and Native populations. The book is written for early elementary readers at a fifth-grade reading level.
Quick Summary
This quick-read history book lets young readers step back in time to see what life was like in the colony that would become New York. Kids will love comparing their own lives to colonial children, from the food they ate and clothes they wore to the games they played and the challenges they faced. If your kid enjoys the Magic Tree House series and its time-traveling adventures, they'll love diving into this snapshot of colonial life. Perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are curious about how people lived long ago.