An ALA Notable CD by Ann and Ridley Enslow for studying Colonial America, with 22 songs performed on period instruments.
The 64-page booklet has lyrics and resources and relates the music to the historical time period. A teacher's reproducible guide contains 14 activities with cross-curricular connections, and the text to the period readings heard on the CD. Make instruments, recreate a colonial tavern, analyze/rewrite the song lyrics, research the instruments. Create a live performance of your own. Very well done CD—great listening. 61 min. Late Elem.-High school
Book, Teacher's Guide & CD