Cranberries, oysters, lobster, deer, and cabbage were just a few of the foods found on the table at the First Thanksgiving. After reading a two-page passage about the historic meal, class members respond to 10 reading...

The story of how Plymouth Colony came to be. Looks at the Puritan movement with its roots in England, the sailing of the Mayflower, and the progress of the settlers in their first years in New England. Describes their first encounters...

Describes the types of farm animals that the Pilgrims likely raised in Plymouth Colony, based on historical reports.

A brief look at Squanto, the Native American who aided the Pilgrims as they settled Plymouth Colony.

Overview and biographical facts on the life of William Bradford, a leader of the Plymouth Settlement.

Detailed facts and an overview of the purpose and signing of the Mayflower Compact.

Seventeenth century author, William Bradford, set sail on the Mayflower and embarked on a journey to the New World using his experiences for his writings. Click on "William Bradford Activities" for related artifacts and activities.

Forefathers' Day is on December 22. The holiday commemorates the landing of the Pilgrim Fathers in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on December 21, 1620. Check out this article about the original signatories of the Mayflower Compact that we call...