AMISH HISTORY

The Amish movement began as a reform group within the Mennonite movement in an attempt to restore some of the early Mennonite practices. Their beliefs and practices were based on the writings of Menno Simons, the founder of the Mennonite faith.

Traveling to Amish Country in Ohio can provide more than unique entertainment. A day trip like this can help to teach historical and cultural lessons about the Amish lifestyle.

Who are the Amish? How did they come to live in the United States? What are their views on the educational system, technology and electricity? These questions and more are answered here.

Though the Amish seem an oddity to many Americans, they've lived in the United States for roughly as long as the country has existed. Today, more than 250,000 live in communities across the US and Canada.

Amish Acres is an Indiana resort rich in Amish history and culture.

A local business man wants to open an alcoholic beverage store in an Amish Community. The Amish Community does not think he should be able to. Find out what the law states, and who will get the final word.

Take an Amish buggy ride. See what an Amish-style Wal-Mart looks like. Have a chance to dine on a Flasch Mit Brodt. All this and more in Berlin, Ohio.

This article describes a day vacation close to home in Amish country. It was peaceful and fun!!

A second itinerary for a Day Trip to Amish Country, Lancaster, PA.

An overview of literacy and acceptable reading material and the breakdown of Amish philosophies about education and reading/writing in the community.

A paper discussing the Amish people's ability to retain their own culture, ultimately resisting assimilation.

Have you ever wondered about the Amish way? This is a basic compilation of Amish beginnings and beliefs. I have contributed a bit of my family genealogy, as well.

In the Understanding By Design format, the unit is on the Amish Community. It is cross curricular and exciting!

The history of the Amish community stems from a group called the Mennonites. The Mennonites are an Anabaptist religious group who do not believe in infant baptism; instead they believe that only an adult who can profess their faith should be baptized.

Both the Taliban and the amish live in a time-warp, but are a fascinating study in contrast. While one practises extreme terror and intolerance in the name of religion, the other has used religion to build an enchanting culture of harmony non-violence.

Northern Indiana is home to the third largest Amish settlement in the United States. A few days spent in this area can restore a fatigued city-dweller and at the same time, offer a glimpse into the unusual lifestyle of the Amish and Mennonite people.

Shipshewana is located in the heart of the third largest Amish community in the U.S. One of the Midwest's "hidden gems," Shipshewana offers many attractions for visitors.