How many children died on the Mayflower voyage? What kind of food did the children eat?
None of the children died on the voyage, but one child was born. The ship carried food that would not go bad easily. The Pilgrims ate dried meat and fish, grains like oatmeal, crackers, and cheese. They had very little fruits and vegetables. Did they have any books to read on the Mayflower? Was there school instruction on the Mayflower? The passengers on the Mayflower packed all their favorite things for the voyage to North America. After all, they did not expect to return to England. So, many families would have their Bible with them. That is the only book I know for sure was onboard. There was not any regular schedule of lessons for children aboard the ship. People were really just waiting to get to their new home. How did you get your information about the Mayflower voyage? Did children keep diaries? There are two firsthand accounts of the voyage and early years of Plimoth colony. The first is by William Bradford, who was governor of the colony. It is called Of Plimoth Plantation. T
