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Young Lives in Colonial America: Childhood, Society, and Education

Explore the life of children in Colonial America focusing on their place in society, education, and upbringing. Contrasts between Massachusetts and Virginia reveal unique aspects of childrearing, education practices, and societal roles. Discover the challenges, conflicts, and cultural norms shaping the young lives in this historical period.

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Young Lives in Colonial America: Childhood, Society, and Education

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  1. Childhood in Colonial America

  2. I) Life in Massachusetts and Virginia • Purpose Tobacco Puritans/Pilgrims • Demography Life expectancy stability and continuity vs. disorder and confusion

  3. II) Children’s Place in Colonial Society • Childrearing: Preparing for the Future Virginia: Property Conflict Early Maturation Massachusetts Order Religion Life Cycle

  4. III) Education • Virginia Distrust of Education Private Schools • Massachusetts Education and Salvation “Public” Education Moral Education

  5. Indian Girl with Doll, ca. 1580

  6. Child’s Walker

  7. Horn Book

  8. Hornbook 2

  9. Battledore

  10. New England Primer

  11. Janeway, A Token for Children

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