What was the Boston Tea Party all about? What was life like on the Oregon trail? What would it be like to arrive on Ellis Island? In this overview of American history, we'll learn about the origins of our country and have lots of fun along the way. We'll learn about some important people who worked to make our country a special place, some tough times in America, and explore what it would have been like to live long ago. We'll try some old fashioned games and ways of life, bring events to life through dramatic reenactments, and might try on a costume or two. History comes to life through story, and in this class we'll learn key characters, important events, and timeless lessons through the story of the U.S.A.