Reproduction of the original: Child Life in Colonial Days by Alice Morse Earle

Examining the aspects of childhood in the American colonies between the late 16th and late 18th centuries, this text contains essays and documents that shed light on the ways in which the process of colonisation shaped childhood, and in turn how the experience of children affected life in colonial America.

Looks at the homes, clothes, family life, and community activities of boys and girls in the New England colonies.

Gives instructions for preparing foods, making clothes, and creating other items used by European settlers in America, thereby providing a description of the daily life of these colonists.

In the early 17th century, all the world knew of North America came from reports of the earliest European explorers. By the end of the 18th century, the world knew America as the United States—a country whose earliest years were shaped by colonialism. This historical, non-fiction text examines life in Colonial America through the eyes of the kids who lived there. Age-appropriate language takes readers inside the clothes, toys, schools, and ways of life in the 17th and 18th centuries. Fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning. A glossary and index round out the text, completing a comprehensive learning experience.

Illustrates the experience of children who lived in Colonial America. Captivating text, informative infographics, and historical photos make this title a compelling and thought-provoking read for young history lovers.

Paints a picture of life of children in the American colonies: daily chores, routines, and play; distinct religious and social attitudes that dictated how children were raised and what they were taught in New England and in the South.