Don’t Know Much About the Pilgrims
Don’t Know Much About the Pilgrims by Kenneth C. Davis, published by HarperCollins in September 2002, is a 48-page exploration of the Pilgrims and their historical significance. This book presents a series of engaging questions and answers that delve into the lives of the Pilgrims, their journey aboard the Mayflower, and the origins of Thanksgiving traditions. Through a combination of informative text and detailed illustrations by S. D. Schindler, readers can gain insights into the challenges faced by the Pilgrims and the relationships they formed with Native Americans.
In this edition, readers will find a wealth of fascinating facts about the Pilgrims’ experiences, from their cramped ocean voyage to their first Thanksgiving celebration. The book addresses various aspects of life during the Colonial and Revolutionary periods, making it a valuable resource for those interested in American history. With its focus on juvenile nonfiction, this title is designed to engage young readers and encourage curiosity about the past, particularly regarding holidays and celebrations like Thanksgiving.
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- How much fun was life aboard the Mayflower?
- Did Pilgrims dance with Indians to Plymouth Rock?
- If there was no football to watch on TV, what did people do during the first Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving today is a time for families to say grace and gobble turkey. But why did the Pilgrims start this tradition? And who were these people anyway?
Now you can discover a wealth of cool and astonishing facts about the Pilgrims. Did you know that they made the long ocean journey in a cramped boat, or that the friendly Indians helped the Pilgrims survive that first winter? Would you have liked being a child in Plymouth? You wouldn’t have gone to school, but just read about the chores you would have done!
Kenneth C. Davis delivers another outstanding picture book in the Don’t Know Much About series. With his trademark question-and-answer format and S. D. Schindler’s detailed artwork, you’ll get an insider’s view of the Pilgrims’ life. It wasn’t easy, but they helped make America what it is today. Now that is something to give thanks for!
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