Lesson 17 of 84 · Colonial History
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Colonial women and children played important roles in their communities during the colonial period.
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Colonial women and children played important roles in their communities during the colonial period. Women took care of the home, cooked meals, and made clothing for their families, while also helping on farms. Children, often working alongside their parents, learned skills like farming, sewing, and cooking from a young age. This teamwork was essential for families to survive and thrive in the new world.
Key Facts
Women often worked both in the home and on the farm.
Children learned important skills from their parents.
Colonial women sometimes participated in local decision-making.
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1 of 2What were some responsibilities of colonial women?
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