The First Thanksgiving
aligned to Thanksgiving And Early Encounters Between Europeans &
Learning Objective
I can describe the interactions between Native Americans and Pilgrims during the first Thanksgiving.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
The First Thanksgiving: What Really Happened
Uncivil History
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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At the start of the 17th century, southern New England was home to a variety of busy communities within several confederations known as the People of the First Light, who called their home the Dawn Land.
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The Separatists, later known as Pilgrims, made a peace treaty with the Wampanoag ensuring mutual protection if attacked by enemies.
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The first Thanksgiving was a three-day feast to celebrate the bountiful harvest with Massasoit and 90 of his warriors.
Practice
9 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe two ways that the Wampanoag and the Pilgrims helped each other during their first year together in Plymouth.”
Teacher Guide
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