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Mayflower Rebecca Siegel

Mayflower By Rebecca Siegel

Mayflower by Rebecca Siegel


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Summary

Marking the 400th anniversary of Mayflower's voyage to the new world, this beautiful and dramatic illustrated book brings the ship's journey vividly to life.

Mayflower Summary

Mayflower: The Ship that Started a Nation by Rebecca Siegel

Join the Pilgrims on their perilous journey across the ocean, as they start a new life in North America. This stunning book marks the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower's voyage, with edge-to-edge illustrated scenes, interspersed with detailed maps, inventories and cutaways, along with engaging, narrative text to make this a history book to treasure and pour over time and again.

Learn about the perilous journey, the crew and passengers, the cargo on board and what happened when they finally dropped anchor in Cape Cod. Meet the Wampanoag people and learn about how the Pilgrims' arrival changed their way of life. Atmospheric artwork and detailed scenes will spark your imagination as you discover the amazing true story behind the birth of a nation. Find out as if you were there:
  • Who were the Pilgrims?
  • Why did they want to leave England?
  • Why was the journey so perilous?
  • What was the Mayflower Compact?
  • Who are the Wampanoag?
  • How did the Pilgrims interact with the Wampanoag?
  • What happened at the first Thanksgiving?
  • What became of the Mayflower?
This fact-packed children's book includes a comprehensive timeline of events, an author's note, plus a glossary and ideas for further learning.

Mayflower Reviews

The true story of the relationship between the settlers and the Indigenous community is depicted in an honest and unbiased manner. -- V. Lynn Christiansen * School Library Journal *
Unreservedly recommended. -- James Cox * Midwest Book Review *
'A concise and very human history.' -- Annette Shaw * Devon Life *

About Rebecca Siegel

Rebecca Siegel has a master's degree in English Literature from Loyola University, Chicago. She has worked in children's publishing for over a decade, editing and writing books for trade and school library publishers. For more information, please visit rebeccasiegel.org.

Michael Lauritano is an illustrator who loves all forms of narrative creativity. He uses his broad imagination and critical thinking skills to create his varied work. Michael studied at the Rhode Island School of Design, and now lives in Ridgewood, New York.

Table of Contents

THE MAYFLOWER
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
LEAVING HOLLAND
ABOUT THE MAYFLOWER
INSIDE THE SHIP
SETTING SAIL
SHIPMATES
PACKING FOR A NEW LIFE
THE CREW
VIOLENT SEAS
NAVIGATING THE SEAS
LIFE AT SEA
STORMS
SAVED AND LOST
LANDING IN THE NEW WORLD
THE MAYFLOWER COMPACT
THE NATIVE PEOPLE
EXPLORING
FIRST THEFTS
THE FIRST ENCOUNTER
NEW PLYMOUTH
A LONG WINTER
BRINGING THE CANNONS
MEETING THE NATIVE PEOPLE
LEARNING TO LIVE
THE FIRST THANKSGIVING
NEW PLYMOUTH GROWS
WHAT BECAME OF THE MAYFLOWER?
TIMELINE
AUTHOR'S NOTE
MODERN DESCENDANTS
INDEX & FIND OUT MORE

Additional information

GOR010633590
9780711248250
0711248257
Mayflower: The Ship that Started a Nation by Rebecca Siegel
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Aurum Press
20200818
64
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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