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Religious Tolerance in Colonial America

For Students 4th - 8th
Religious tolerance was an important but often misunderstood contribution of the colonial era. Tolerance developed only after time. Groups such as the Pilgrims and Puritans who left Europe to escape religious persecution often were...
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: American Religion

For Students 2nd - 6th
History for Kids presents an overview of the history of American religion in all of its forms practiced by various groups of citizens. With resources for teachers.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Dutch Reformed Church

For Students 9th - 10th
Short description of what is considered a reformed church. Followed by a detailed essay on the Dutch Reformed Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Beginnings of Revolutionary Thinking: Great Awakening

For Students 5th - 8th
The Great Awakening was a religious event that spread across all the colonies. Read about how it was a reaction against the Enlightenment and how it led to many different Protestant denominations.