The Wampanoag & Pilgrims , The True Origins of Thanksgiving

A file or printable companion for Boom Cards

by MR.AISS

Price: 280 points or $2.8 USD

Subjects: thanksgivingUS,informationalText,litReadingComprehension

Grades: 4,5,6,7,8

Description: The Wampanoag & Pilgrims , The True Origins of Thanksgiving This text provides a nuanced exploration of the history behind the First Thanksgiving, challenging the simplistic and romanticized narrative often taught in schools. It delves into the complex relationship between the Wampanoag people and the Pilgrims, highlighting key historical events such as the Wampanoag's struggles with European diseases, the strategic alliance formed for survival, and the eventual betrayal and violence that followed. It also examines the mythologized version of Thanksgiving and its cultural impact on Native American communities, emphasizing the need for broader, inclusive perspectives in understanding the holiday. This content is available as a student activity in PDF format. It includes: Informational Text 10 - Written Comprehension Questions 10 - True or False Comprehension Questions A Report OF the Student: Translating understanding and revealing the facts of the topic. Crossword Puzzle: To enhance understanding. Word Search This is a rich and enjoyable resource for the student, containing activities that are crucial to their learning and motivation, encouraging them to focus