| | | Era of Colonization (1585-1763), The |
|  | | |  This program vividly presents the hardships faced by the first European settlers, giving viewers a sense of the determination of the Jamestown and Puritan settlers. It traces the impact of the English in the New World, changes to Native American societies, religious diversity and freedom, and the role of the Pennsylvania Quakers. The French and Indian War occurs during this time as the struggle for control in North America unfolds. Part of the United States History Video Collection, a comprehensive series that supplements textbooks for the entire American history curriculum. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online. | " …Intermixing still and archival footage (with enhanced sound effects), excellent commentary from academic historians, and a stirring musical sound track, this superb series will offer students and general interest viewers a solid grounding in American history while providing immensely entertaining insights beyond the standard textbook fare...Highly recommended...Editor's Choice." - Video Librarian
"...an excellent addition to an American history collection in school and public libraries. Covering a specific time period, or a theme within an era, they can be used as an introduction, summary, or review....This excellent series will hold the interest of students." - School Library Journal
"...this impressive 20-volume chronology considers the social, cultural, and political history of the U.S....Another solid, well-produced series from this producer." - Booklist
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| Grades 5 to 12
Color, B&W, Live Action
Closed-Captioned
Copyright 1996
MARC Record Available
Catalog Card Kit Available
Single Main Entry Card Available
Teacher's Guide Available: Download Now
| Curriculum Correlation Documents Available NEW!
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