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Recommended for grades 4 - 7 It’s the Age of Sail, and New England’s farmers, loggers, and merchants are closely connected to the distant ports of Europe, the West Indies, and South America. The exciting atmosphere of a bustling waterfront comes to life as your group takes on the roles of a ship’s crew in an interactive game of fortune and strategy. Retrace the global trade routes of New England sea captains while braving the dangers posed by warfare, weather, and the shifting balance of trade. Explore the home of a far-ranging sea captain and inspect the imported goods in an 18th century wharf-side shop. Supports NH Frameworks: Language Arts W:OC:1, Social Studies EC:2, EC:3, EC:4, EC:5, GE:1, GE:2, GE:5, HI:2, HI:5 |
