Shipping scene in Salem, Massachusetts in the 1770s
{Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons}
We found a few more supplemental links about the American colonies leading up to the Revolution, and the process of British Colonists becoming Americans. Enjoy these options if you have time this week!
VIDEOS:
A Brief History of American Independence: Part 1 – Here’s one of those animated drawing videos that gives a good overview:
School House Rock: No More Kings – Here’s a throwback the past… ho doesn’t love School House Rock?
Liberty: The American Revolution – Episode 1 – This PBS award-winning documentary series is not rated, but parents might want to preview it first:
You can find the whole series here.
WEBSITES:
American Revolution App by KIDS DISCOVER – This costs a few dollars, but we thought you might want to know about this educational app, available for iPad.
Timeline of the American Revolution – From a PBS series about the American Revolution, this site has tons of information. This is a nice, easy-to-follow timeline of all the major events.
Young George Washington’s Adventures – Try this interactive activity to follow 21-year old George Washington’s adventures in 1753.
For Crown or Colony? – From Mission US, here’s an interactive game aimed at middle school and high school students. Players are immersed in the historical setting of the American Revolution and must make choices that help them understand the people and events of that time.
Matching Game – Match each English Colony with its origin.
New England Primer – Look thorugh the pages of this reprint of the earliest known edition.
