In the New York Times bestseller, Sweet Land of Liberty, Ellis the Elephant sets off on a quest to find out how America became a free and exceptional nation. Now Ellis is back and ready to learn about the birth of our great nation in Land of the Pilgrims’ Pride. Written and illustrated by Callista Gingrich and Susan Arciero, Ellis once again educates and entertains as he discovers America's thirteen original colonies. Starting in Virginia, Ellis journeys through each of the colonies and learns about their unique characteristics. From Pocahantas to Benjamin Franklin, Ellis experiences life in Colonial America. Perfect for children ages 4-8, Land of the Pilgrims’ Pride will delight young and adult readers alike while exploring how America began.
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In Land of the Pilgrims’ Pride, the second book in Callista Gingrich’s best-selling series, Ellis explores the story of America’s beginnings, as he learns about each of the original 13 colonies.
Join Ellis as he goes back in history to see:
- Pocahontas rescue Captain John Smith
- The Pilgrims sign the Mayflower Compact
- Peter Minuit purchase Manhattan
- Pirates roam the American coastline
- Ben Franklin discover electricity
Seeing the places, meeting the people, and hearing the stories of the 13 new colonies, Ellis discovers how brave and resourceful settlers planted the seeds for a new nation.
Beautifully illustrated and presented in whimsical rhyme, Land of the Pilgrims’ Pride offers a delightful introduction to America’s early years.
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Join Ellis the Elephant as he discovers the 13 Colonies!
Join Ellis the Elephant as he discovers the 13 Colonies!
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82 of 85 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Land of the Pilgrims' Pride is a wonderful introduction for children to Colonial America by Ellis the Elephant. This is Callista and Ellis's second book (the first was Sweet Land of Liberty), and here again the illustrations are adorable and the writing is terrific.
Ellis starts off learning about the Jamestown settlers in Virginia, and then proceeds to each of the 13 colonies to learn about the most important events in colonial history, like the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth and the Dutch purchasing Manhattan from the Native Americans. A few of them might be new even to adults -- I hadn't realized how murky I was on some of our history, so it's a good refresher. Thankfully there is a resource section in the back with more information for parents.
Although it is written by Mrs. Gingrich, there is nothing partisan or ideological about this book. It is focused on the history and the American qualities that we have found since the very earliest settlers. It's the perfect introduction to colonial America for children -- and will be loved by any family. I highly recommend it.
Ellis starts off learning about the Jamestown settlers in Virginia, and then proceeds to each of the 13 colonies to learn about the most important events in colonial history, like the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth and the Dutch purchasing Manhattan from the Native Americans. A few of them might be new even to adults -- I hadn't realized how murky I was on some of our history, so it's a good refresher. Thankfully there is a resource section in the back with more information for parents.
Although it is written by Mrs. Gingrich, there is nothing partisan or ideological about this book. It is focused on the history and the American qualities that we have found since the very earliest settlers. It's the perfect introduction to colonial America for children -- and will be loved by any family. I highly recommend it.
33 of 35 people found the following review helpful
By Samantha R.
Format:Hardcover
Just bought this book for my nieces! They loved Ellis and his adventures in the first book, Sweet Land of Liberty, and I know they'll enjoy this one just as much. Great way to introduce American history to young children!
32 of 34 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
An inviting way to teach your children about our founding colonies in a positive and true way.
October 13, 2012
Format:Hardcover
Callista Gingrich and Susan Arciero have provided us with a fun and informative book for young children to teach them about our founding and the original thirteen colonies. I love its positive tone and cheerful atmosphere. Even so, the book is honest about difficult subjects like slavery and condemns the practice when discussing South Carolina, for example.
The language of the story is simple but not pandering. It is told in a rhyming style that will help children comprehend, enjoy, and remember the information they hear and read. My nine year old grand daughter picked the book up and enjoyed reading it and smiled and laughed as she went through the story. She likes Ellis the Elephant who stands in as the child in learning and travelling through the events and facts of the story.
Illustrations matter a great deal in books for children because they invite the child into the story and supplement the words with images that tie the words into their memory. This book has terrific illustrations. Yes, I noticed that EVERYONE and EVERY CREATURE in the book is smiling. (Do cows really smile?) But children's stories are not about verisimilitude. They are about learning and thinking and happiness and joy is much more inviting that pain and misery. For me, the images are an opportunity to sit with the child and talk about what they can see and learn from the pictures. And in this book they provide a great deal of material for conversation and learning that will supplement and highlight the text.
After the story, there is a resource section that provides the date each colony was founded, a paragraph about the colony, and some places you can visit in person or online to explore and learn more about each colony.... Read more ›
The language of the story is simple but not pandering. It is told in a rhyming style that will help children comprehend, enjoy, and remember the information they hear and read. My nine year old grand daughter picked the book up and enjoyed reading it and smiled and laughed as she went through the story. She likes Ellis the Elephant who stands in as the child in learning and travelling through the events and facts of the story.
Illustrations matter a great deal in books for children because they invite the child into the story and supplement the words with images that tie the words into their memory. This book has terrific illustrations. Yes, I noticed that EVERYONE and EVERY CREATURE in the book is smiling. (Do cows really smile?) But children's stories are not about verisimilitude. They are about learning and thinking and happiness and joy is much more inviting that pain and misery. For me, the images are an opportunity to sit with the child and talk about what they can see and learn from the pictures. And in this book they provide a great deal of material for conversation and learning that will supplement and highlight the text.
After the story, there is a resource section that provides the date each colony was founded, a paragraph about the colony, and some places you can visit in person or online to explore and learn more about each colony.... Read more ›
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By R. Halpern
Format:Kindle Edition
What a great way to share the story of Colonial America and its 13 original colonies with children. Ellis is adorable, the illustrations are great and the writing is superb. I especially loved the rhyming verse. It was so easy to read aloud. I am planning on buying copies for all of my grandchildren to use as the grow.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I read this book to my 7 year old nephew and was blown away at the wonderful questions he was asking and the ensuing discussion. This book opened our discussion on God, prayer, patriotism and the founding of our country. I highly recommend this book for any parents or others who are looking to introduce important ideas to children.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By SPayne
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Callista does it again with such an entertaining children's book which reads smoothly and has great pictures and color! My six year old son was so excited when it came in the mail and couldn't wait to read it. He loves it! He loves reading about Ellis' adventures and learning. I will be buying more as Christmas gifts for every child I know. It is so important for these little ones to understand America's true history and I believe in starting them on it young!
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By BWalters
Format:Hardcover
This is great way to introduce children to the founding of our country. Callista makes it very readable and appealing to youngsters. Kids really seem to be fascinated with Ellis' adventures! This book makes for a great Christmas present for nieces, nephews, children, and grandchildren. The illustrations are visual and imaginative and it reads smoothly! Great Work
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By DC Democrat
Format:Hardcover
Although I do not agree with the Gingrich's politics, I did not hestitate to buy this book for my niece and nephew, 3 years and 18 months old respectively. Ellis is such a cute character (seriously, is he not as cute if not cuter than Little Bear or Arthur) and this book is a great example of that. This book is great for reading as a bedtime or naptime story, as it is not too terrible long and wordy, but has enough words to keep the children's attention. I am always looking for books that are subtley educational for my niece and nephew and this one is perfect- not just a list of facts, but the historical anecdotes are there and proud.
The illustrations are adorable and I can tell my elephant-crazed niece loves them. At three, she is very into learning facts right now (just the other day she asked me if I knew that Georgia is the Peach state) to share with her friends at preschool. So I am sure we will be hearing all sorts of facts she has picked from this book in the coming weeks. My nephew, although still only 18 months old, loves for someone to read to him (never to early to start reading) and this book has eye-catching illustration that is sure to keep his attention.
I can't say enough good things about Ellis, and my only complaint right now is that there aren't more books in the series.
PS- Who wants to see an Ellis movie or television show? I bet it would rank right up there with "Olivia" as my nieces favorite tv indulgence.
The illustrations are adorable and I can tell my elephant-crazed niece loves them. At three, she is very into learning facts right now (just the other day she asked me if I knew that Georgia is the Peach state) to share with her friends at preschool. So I am sure we will be hearing all sorts of facts she has picked from this book in the coming weeks. My nephew, although still only 18 months old, loves for someone to read to him (never to early to start reading) and this book has eye-catching illustration that is sure to keep his attention.
I can't say enough good things about Ellis, and my only complaint right now is that there aren't more books in the series.
PS- Who wants to see an Ellis movie or television show? I bet it would rank right up there with "Olivia" as my nieces favorite tv indulgence.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Better for prechoolers
I bought it to read to a two year old. I think she is a little young to get the concept of the book. She will probably enjoy it more when she gets a little older. Read more
Published 3 days ago by azlandman
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent
a must read for kids, we (grandparents) read it also and enjoyed it thank you so much great book to read
Published 8 days ago by keri Banister
3.0 out of 5 stars
OK
Had too much of a Catholic slant to it. I would have preferred it to be more Christian. The book itself is very attractive.
Published 19 days ago by Connie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Received in very good time and in very good condtion.
The book was for my sister who collects elephants and she is a teachers aide and thought that she would enjoy reading the story in class. The class all loved the story.
Published 25 days ago by Susan Stoyke Stone
5.0 out of 5 stars
History
My grand children have enjoyed reading this book. It is a great way to introduce history to little ones. My little ones are 7, 5 and 4 and all have enjoyed reading this book
Published 3 months ago by read me
4.0 out of 5 stars
sweet
This is an adorable book. It is enjoyable to read and can be the basis of further discussion about our history.
Published 3 months ago by E. Robertson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Really fun book
I really enjoy the writing style of this book. It's a bit over my 4 year old's head, but my almost 7 year old has really enjoyed me reading it to her. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Chelsey M. Kayse
4.0 out of 5 stars
Children books
Never been a big fan of children books however in today's atmosphere I believe this is an absolute must for our children if for no other reason than to give them another... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sarah Adams
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun and informative
Really good way to engage the very young in learning about the wonderful history of the great nation. Read more
Published 3 months ago by marcia knapp
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good book
My grandson likes the story and the pictures. May order others by same author. A great way for children to be introduced to the history of our great republic.
Published 3 months ago by Larry Dibbern
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