This book provides a solid overview of the beginnings of immigration in America. Through a wealth of primary source materials, readers will be able to trace immigration from America's first settlers, the Native Americans, to Europe's immigrants from England, Spain, and France. Concentrating on the formation of the 13 original colonies, students learn why, for example, the first pilgrims came from England to settle in the colonies, and how the first African slaves came to be brought to America.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
In search of a better life -- The immigrants establish colonies -- Religion in the colonies -- The Native Americans -- The southern colonies -- Slavery and indentured servants -- New England colonies -- Government in the colonies -- The middle colonies -- Today's immigrants.