Synopsis
Discusses the Pilgrims' voyage to Plymouth, Massachusetts, and the colony they established after their arrival, aided by Native Americans and governed by an agreement called ...
Laura Hummel - Children's Literature
In November of 1621, passengers aboard the Mayflower ended a grueling Atlantic crossing and reached the New World. They needed to establish their own laws and created a brief document, which has come to be known as the Mayflower Compact. This was the first document written in the colonies to establish a plan for self-government and ensure the rights of its citizens. It became a stepping stone to the formation of the United States Constitution. The history of the people involved, the voyage, the relationships with native Americans, and the successful colony are clearly explained, making this an ideal source for a history curriculum. Excellent photographs and illustrations provide visual details. A glossary, timeline, bibliography references, and an index are included. The resource is a volume from "Cornerstones of Freedom, Second Series." 2003, Childrens Press,