Peter Stuyvesant: New Amsterdam and the Origins of New York (The Library of American Lives and Times) [Library Binding]

L. J. Krizner (Author), Lisa Sita (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2002 | Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: The Library of American Lives and Times

The Library of American Lives and Times™ Biographies For Grades 4-8 Correlated to the Curriculum Extend the learning through this new biography series. The Library of American Lives and Times use extensive primary resources as it brings American history to life for your students. Learn about some of the greatest players who helped in shaping America as it grew from a colony to a world super power. Through a chronological narrative, enriched with diary entries, letters, and other primary documents, students will learn about the various stages of our nation's development, as well as learning to think about history from the perspective of both individuals and society. By learning about history from a particular and unique biographical perspective, each student will learn about the following themes that form the framework for the social studies standards: Culture; People, Places, and Environments; Individual Development and Identity; Individuals, Groups, and Institutions; Power, Authority, and Governance; Production, Distribution, and Consumption; Global Connections: Civic Ideals and Practices. These books are comprehensive biographical treatments of important Americans, emphasizing not just their lives, but the times in which they lived. Peter Stuyvesant - Legends abound about the character, temperament, and wooden leg of the last director-general of New Amsterdam, fueled primarily by Washington Irving's satirical A History of New York. Krizner and Sita set the record straight here and address other misconceptions about the early days of the colony. Indeed, historical evidence does not support the legend of the 24-dollar purchase of Manhattan Island. Stuyvesant did, however, rule with an "iron fist," but loved New Amsterdam and its people, staying on after the colony fell to the English. To this day, street, neighborhood, and borough names (Broadway, Harlem, the Bronx, and Brooklyn), and the popularity of some foods (pretzels), reflect the early Dutch influence in New York.

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-7-Legends abound about the character, temperament, and wooden leg of the last director-general of New Amsterdam, fueled primarily by Washington Irving's satirical A History of New York. Krizner and Sita set the record straight here and address other misconceptions about the early days of the colony. Indeed, historical evidence does not support the legend of the 24-dollar purchase of Manhattan Island. Stuyvesant did, however, rule with an "iron fist," but loved New Amsterdam and its people, staying on after the colony fell to the English. To this day, street, neighborhood, and borough names (Broadway, Harlem, the Bronx, and Brooklyn), and the popularity of some foods (pretzels), reflect the early Dutch influence in New York. The tightly written text is supported by extraordinary illustrations, maps, paintings, and quotes from primary sources. An absorbing story of a man and a place.
Pamela K. Bomboy, Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From AudioFile

In The Library of American Lives and Times Collection, narrator Roscoe Orman delivers the straight facts on Peter Stuyvesant, the last director-general of New Amsterdam. Using primary sources, including diaries, letters, and government documents, coauthors Krizner and Sita dispel many of the myths surrounding the colony's early days, including the popular notion that Manhattan Island was purchased from Native Americans for $24. Orman's precise reading gives the listener a sense of confidence in the well-researched materials. His controlled, self-assured voice resembles that of a serious teacher offering explanations of why some place names still exist in New York and why some popular colonial foods are still found on New York menus. Helpful explanatory notes are preceded by a sound alert and read with clarity. Supplementary student materials are also included. S.J.H. © AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Library Binding: 112 pages
• Publisher: PowerPlus Books; 1 edition (May 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823957322
• ISBN-13: 978-0823957323
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,306,272 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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