There is a grain of truth in myths. Young historians investigate the truths surrounding the popular beliefs about the First Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts. After reading the information in a study guide, they use what they learned to respond to a series of discussion questions.

Concepts

harvesting, native american culture, native american history, native american legends, native american tribes, native americans, north american native americans

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Instructional Ideas

• Enlarge, print, and post the map to orient learners
• Younger readers will need assistance with the background information

Classroom Considerations

• The five-page study guide includes background information about the Wampanoag, Narragansett, and the European settlers
• The guide also includes discussion questions.
  

Pros

• The study guide demonstrates how the celebrations of both the Native Americans and the settlers were combined

Cons

• Although designed for grades K-12, no scaffolding is provided for younger learners