The ocean crossing is long and hard, and the children don’t know whom to trust. But now that her mother has died, Amanda is left to take care of her younger brother and sister all alone back in England.Īs the new head of the family, Amanda finally decides to take her brother and sister to America to find Father. Her father left three years ago for the new colony of Jamestown in America, thousands of miles away. The inspiring classic that The New Yorker called “an exciting tale top-notch writing,” about one girl facing harsh conditions and huge responsibility as she brings her family to the American colonies.įeaturing a heroine with faith, courage, and a great deal of grit, this acclaimed historical fiction novel portrays the realities faced by three children hoping to find a new home in an unknown land.Īmanda Freebold doesn’t know what to do. Join other innovative leaders to help ensure that Jamestown is preserved and protected for future generations. Learn more about making a lasting impact by including the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation in your estate plans. Help support archaeology, scholarly research, and the preservation of James Fort structures. Making a gift directly supports the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation’s ongoing efforts to research, preserve, and educate about the significance of the original site of America’s birthplace.

The award-winning Archaearium museum houses over 2000 artifacts that bring James Fort’s story to life.Įxplore selected artifacts from Jamestown Rediscovery's collection.įollow the growth of England’s first permanent colony in North America and learn about life in James Fort.įind your connection to the Jamestown story.īring Jamestown to the classroom through our lesson plans and virtual school programs.ĭownload kid-friendly activities and learn more about family fun on the island.Įxplore online resources to learn more about the archaeology and history of Jamestown. Archives cover years of archaeology at James Fort.Ĭlick each James Fort feature to learn more about what archaeologists have learned in 20 years of work.

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