Where did the Amish culture originate and diffuse?

Welcome: Where did the Amish culture originate and diffuse?
Description: The Amish people are a group that resides in Pennsylvania's Dutch Country where they hold with tradition and continue to live as their ancestors did. A devout group, the Amish believe that by separating themselves from much of the world and resisting the lure of many of today's material goods, they will endear themselves to their God. This WebQuest examines the origin and diffusion of Amish culture
Grade Level: 9-12
Curriculum: Social Studies
Keywords: Amish, Folk Culture, Origin, Diffusion
Author(s): Ak Bishop