The hardy Swedes crossed the ocean for more than a chance to prosper in the New World. They came for religious freedom and a chance at democracy. Settling mostly in the American Midwest, the Swedes have cultivated a reputation for hard work and strong moral beliefs.

They would settle on an island in a river they named for their king—James. Just in time to celebrate the 400th anniversary of its settlement, Jamestown treats students to a fully illustrated and highly readable history of the first permanent English colony in North America.

 New Amsterdam chronicles the origins of the settlement destined to become one of the leading cities in the world. Students will learn in this book about the key events and prominent figures that created New Amsterdam.

Within his colony, Penn planted a great city—Philadelphia. Photographs, sidebars, and a chronology are some of the useful tools featured that help bring this city's dynamic history to life.

Plymouth is the story of how this group of brave individuals made a new life for themselves in North America. It details how they faced hardships that would put their lives and faith to the ultimate test, yet it also describes the remarkable opportunities that this new land presented to them.

This book is the story of Santa Fe, New Mexico's colonial capital and the oldest capital city in the U.S., a town whose enthralling physical and cultural landscapes were shaped by its Indian heritage and subsequent Spanish influence.

This book explores the rich history of the longest continually occupied European settlement in the continental United States, and its captivating text and vibrant images are sure to draw readers into this volume of the new Colonial Settlements in America set.

 Blogging tackles these issues by examining this hot-button topic from different angles. Full-color photographs, comprehensive sidebars, and relevant elements of the argument add value to this useful new resource for students of current issues.