History of Thanksgiving Writing Activities Reading Comprehension Recount Writing

Need to teach your students all about the history of Thanksgiving? This personal recount Thanksgiving writing activity will equip your students with first-hand knowledge about the history of the First Thanksgiving. The recount is narrated through the perspective of Mary (fictional character) aboard the Mayflower. She will connect to the reader with her gripping narration of the events that unfolded right when the Separatists left their small town in Nottinghamshire, England in the year 1620 to the time when they reached their final destination.

Your students will be able to recall dates and events that led up to the establishment of the Plymouth Plantation and consequently the celebration of the First Thanksgiving.

What's Included in this Educational Pack:

1."Peace at Plymouth: The First Thanksgiving" - A Personal Recount (3 Pages)

Immerse your students in Mary's recount of this historic event.

2. Constructive Questions (22 in Total)

Targeting crucial factual information, these questions help reinforce comprehension.

3. Historical Context Visuals (2 Pages)

Explore 12 images showcasing the Wampanoag Tribe and the Plymouth Pilgrims, providing essential historical context.

4. Cover Page

An attractive cover page for students to compile all sheets into a mini booklet.

5. Flipbook (5 Pages)

Collate information from the recount and answers to constructive questions using the flipbook. It includes guided questions to assist students in organizing their thoughts and writing.

6. Bonus: Editable Flipbook

Customize the titles and guiding questions as needed for your specific teaching approach.

How to Use

This educational resource offers a structured approach to help students deepen their understanding of historical events:

• Personal Recount Reading: Students will start by reading the personal recount to gather valuable information about the historical events. Mary's account will immerse them in the journey of the separatists aboard the Mayflower and their arrival at Plymouth.

• 22 Constructive Questions: To enhance their comprehension, students will engage with 22 constructive questions designed to encourage them to extract as much information as possible from the topic. These questions serve as a guide to explore key details and insights.

• Compilation in Flipbooks: The knowledge gathered from both the personal recount and the constructive questions will be compiled by students in their flipbooks. The flipbook provides a structured format for organizing and presenting the historical information, ensuring that students can clearly articulate their newfound knowledge.

By following this sequence, students will have a well-rounded understanding of the historical events related to the First Thanksgiving, making their learning experience both engaging and informative.

In addition to enriching students' historical knowledge, this educational pack offers additional benefits:

• Bulletin Board Display: The completed flipbooks can be used to create a visually impressive bulletin board display. This not only showcases the students' hard work and learning but also serves as a source of inspiration for others.

• Flexible Timing: This resource is perfect for students to engage with before, after, or even during the Thanksgiving break. It can be integrated into various parts of the curriculum, offering flexibility in its usage.

• Writing Analysis: Beyond history, the personal recount can also serve as a valuable resource for writing classes. Students can analyze its structure and figurative language, gaining insights into effective storytelling and narrative techniques.

The Flipbook

The flipbook will enable your students to collate information gathered from the personal recount and constructed questions. There are guiding prompts to facilitate writing information. You have the option to edit all text in the flipbook to suit the needs of your students.

The following editable sections are included:

• 1620, ENGLAND: guiding questions include target information on the Separatists, reason why they left England, King Henry VIII

• THE VOYAGE: obstacles faced on the voyage across the Atlantic

• PLYMOUTH: Wampanoag Tribe, life at Plymouth Plantation, difficulties faced.

• FIRST THANKSGIVING: details of the feast, the host and the guests.

*Instructions to assemble Flipbook in download.

File Format

• You will receive a PDF file that you can print without any changes to the flipbook. You will also get an editable PowerPoint file. Here you will be able to edit all text in the flipbook. You will be able to write your own guiding prompts to facilitate effective research.

• All text is embedded, although you have the option to insert your own font of choice.

• All clipart is secured in accordance with copyright terms.

This versatile educational pack goes beyond history, promoting creativity, critical thinking, and a sense of accomplishment among students. It's an ideal addition to your teaching toolkit for Thanksgiving and writing classes alike.

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