Books with title The Colony of Massachusetts

A True Book: Thirteen Colonies series allows readers to experience what makes each of America's colonies distinctive and exceptional.Readers will get to know each colonies' history, geography, and contributions. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

A True Book-The Thirteen Colonies Are you thrilled by true adventure stories? do you wonder how our founding fathers conquered the wilds of North America to create the United States? You'll experience it all in these books that tell the story of the brave men and women who escaped tyranny from across the ocean to forge a new world in 13 colonies that led to the birth of the United States of America.

Welcome to Massachusetts, the colony most associated with the earliest sparks of the American Revolution. In this volume, readers learn about the landing of the Pilgrims, early settlements that grew into famous cities, and important figures in Massachusetts’ history. The descriptions of major historical moments, including the Salem Witch Trials, Boston Tea Party, and Paul Revere’s famous ride, are sure to engage and delight elementary readers. Engaging text, primary sources, and supportive images will transport readers to the land that bred the Sons of Liberty and the true spirit of the American Revolution. This volume approaches national and state social studies curricula in an accessible and dynamic way.

Step back in time and visit Massachusetts during the Colonial period. After the Pilgrims established Plymouth Colony in 1620, other settlers flocked to Massachusetts seeking religious freedom. Find out what made Massachusetts unique, how it got the nickname "the Bay State," what role it played during the Revolutionary War, and what daily life was like in Colonial times and the early days of statehood.