Presents information about life in Virginia, South Carolina, and Mississippi between 1770 and 1860 and provides instructions for making such related projects as a Commonplace book, a folk remedy for colds, a recipe for Hoppin' John, and a girls' game called Graces.

"Includes social studies projects taken from the ancient Egyptians"--Provided by publisher.

"Includes social studies projects taken from Chinese immigrants of the 19th century"--Provided by publisher.

"Includes social studies projects taken from the Revolutionary War"--Provided by publisher.

"Social studies projects reflecting Spanish culture on the American West"--Provided by publisher.