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Grade 4–6—Cosson begins with a description of an early-day whale hunt and then describes the development of Yankee whaling, its struggles during the Revolutionary War, its golden age, life on a whaleship, and the industry's demise. Laager introduces George Washington as a young soldier, briefly explains the main causes of the war, and discusses the major campaigns and battles. Owens discusses the establishment of Thanksgiving as a national holiday. Following chapters discuss who the Pilgrims were, life on the Mayflower, the first winter in the colony, and the establishment of Plymouth as a permanent settlement. The Mayflower Compact is mentioned and briefly explained. Each title is liberally illustrated with vintage color, sepia, and black-and-white drawings and paintings of the era.