Brig Amity Ship Tour: find out what life was like aboard a convict ship in 1826.

Art

• The child can draw or paint scenes from the convict ship, showcasing the living conditions and the people on board.
• They can create a collage using images and materials that represent the ship and its surroundings.
• They can design their own version of the ship's flag or create patterns inspired by the ship's architecture.

English Language Arts

• Write a letter from the perspective of a convict on the ship, describing their experiences and feelings.
• Create a diary entry or a short story about a day in the life of a crew member on the Brig Amity.
• Compose a poem inspired by the journey of the ship and the emotions of the people on board.

History

• Study the historical context of convict ships in the 19th century and compare and contrast the experiences of convicts with other historical events.
• Research the impact of convict transportation on the development of colonies and the society of the time.
• Identify significant figures associated with the convict ship and investigate their roles in history.

Social Studies

• Examine the social hierarchy and power dynamics on board the convict ship and compare it to contemporary society.
• Understand the economic motivations behind convict transportation and its effects on colonial life.
• Analyze the reasons and consequences of convict transportation within the broader context of imperialism and colonialism.

After the ship tour, encourage students to engage in group discussions and debates about the ethical aspects of convict transportation and its impact on various social, economic, and political aspects of history.

Book Recommendations

• A Voyage to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple by Kathryn Lasky: This historical fiction book offers a glimpse into the experience of a young girl traveling on a colonial ship to America.
• Ships of the World: An Historical Encyclopedia by Lincoln P. Paine: This reference book provides in-depth information about various types of ships throughout history, including convict ships like the Brig Amity.
• The Convicts' Voyage: Convicts' First Journey to Australia by Frances Wilkins: This nonfiction book explores the journey of convicts to Australia and the conditions of convict transportation in the 19th century.