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Description
This book presents information about who the Pilgrims were, how and why they came to America on the Mayflower, and what happened in the colony of New Plymouth.
Quick Summary
This book takes readers behind the myths to discover the real, often surprising story of the Pilgrims and their historic voyage. Kids will love the little-known details like how the Mayflower almost sank, why the Pilgrims almost went to Virginia instead, and the quirky characters who survived that first brutal winter. If your kid loves the mix of history and humor found in the "Magic Tree House" series or "I Survived" books, they'll devour this fast-paced look at America's earliest settlers. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who want to impress their teachers with cool facts about the first Thanksgiving that go way beyond the textbook version.