The Pilgrims and the Mayflower (All Ages Apply)
Who were the Pilgrims? How did they find themselves at Plymouth Rock? What did they eat? These are just some of the questions that will be answered during this study of The Pilgrims and the Mayflower. Over the years, we have read, completed crafts, and watched various videos during our study of the Pilgrims and the Mayflower. Truth be told, I have learned a number of things too about that time period that I don’t recall learning about when I was a child. Funny, how you forget things and need a reminder! Not only have the children enjoyed our study time this week, so have I.
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Pilgrims and the Mayflower books...
Starting a unit study out with books is always a good idea. Books are the glue that can hold a study together making it flow from one story to another. Oftentimes, books take an abstract or far-off topic and bring life to it. Try these in your school.
Pilgrims and The Mayflower Printable Pack
The Printable Pilgrims Pack is just right for your early learner. As your older students are working on their assignments, your younger students can also be learning on their own level. This pack features 3 counting, 2 Big vs. Small, 1 Different, and 1 Patterns sheet. Happy learning!
Pilgrims and The Mayflower Coloring Sheets
Pilgrims and The Mayflower Coloring Sheets are the perfect sidekick for any younger siblings or early learners studying this unit. I have learned to have a few activities prepared for my 3 year old when it is time for every one else to sit and complete their assignment. She is always quite eager to participate and it makes her feel all grown up. Truth… my kindergarten and 1st grader often ask to have a coloring sheet too.
Pilgrims and The Mayflower Cut & Paste Activity Sheet
Pilgrims & The Mayflower Cut & Paste Activity Sheet is a great activity for early learners who are needing practice working their little hand muscles. First, your student will cut the 1st sheet in half down the gray line. Next, overlap and tape the bottom of the left side to the top of the right side (cover the instructions). This will give you a thinner and longer paper to deal with. Next, have your student cut out all 5 of the Mayflower boats. Then, instruct your student to place the ships in order from biggest to smallest. Glue the boats on. Happy learning!
DOWNLOAD PILGRIMS AND THE MAYFLOWER CUT & PASTE ACTIVITY SHEET
Pilgrims and the Mayflower Read a louds...
This fiction and nonfiction duo is the perfect combination to use for a group read aloud. We started with the Pilgrims nonfiction book, which explained historically what was taking place during that time period. It answered most of those questions you and yours have about the Pilgrims and the Mayflower. Once we finished the Pilgrims, we started the fiction version from Magic Tree House called, Thanksgiving on Thursday.
The Mayflower Reading Comprehension Activity (2nd-5th)
The Mayflower Reading Comprehension sheet is a short insert about the history of the Mayflower ship and some general information about the Pilgrims’ voyage. The comprehension questions are just right for those 3rd grade and above. Thank you K12 for this free resource!
Pilgrims and the Mayflower Draw & Write (1st to Middle)
This particular writing activity is one that my kids are familiar with, Draw & Write sheets. I gave each of my boys 3 different sized Draw & Write sheets and told them to draw and write about the Mayflower. As you can see, the activity was appropriate for three different grade levels. In this activity, I did not correct their mistakes. I let them write as they saw fit. However, I did make suggestions if I saw a word not capitalized and such. Even in this single activity, you can see each of their strengths and weaknesses. Appropriate assignment for many different types of students.
To DOWNLOAD the blank DRAW & WRITE SHEETS and other sets of Draw & Write Sheets here. Enjoy!
Map of the Mayflower Voyage Activity
The Mayflower Voyage Map is the perfect geography activity for students 3rd grade through Middle School. In this geography activity, your student will use an atlas or the short video in the post to label key continents and locations featured on the map. Not only will your student label, but he will also draw the Mayflower and identify its route. Download the Mayflower Voyage Map here.
Squanto: Friend of the Pilgrims
We read Squanto: Friend of the Pilgrims last year during the fall season. Great read. I remember the discussions we would have about how Squanto must have felt during his years of adventure and heartache. I love our read aloud time because if I am honest, I learn a lot. Squanto was a friend to the Pilgrims, but he was also a slave, captive, and translator depending on the time period. His quest for adventure went awry, for once he finally was able to make it back home, it was no more. His story is touching and memorable. He is an American hero.
Charlie Brown's The Mayflower Voyage Movie
Some of you may be wondering why I have a Charlie Brown movie as a reference for our study on Pilgrims and the Mayflower. To be honest, if you had seen this film, you would not be questioning my choice. This is truly an educational film. The Mayflower Voyage is one of the films in the DVD, This is America, Charlie Brown.
Live Worksheets: Parts of the Mayflower Ship
Live Worksheets are new to me. I did appreciate the interactive ability of the activity. Personally, if your child is not thoroughly into the parts of the boat, this may not be for you. Only one of mine found this live worksheet intriguing. He was interested in the parts of the boat and appreciated knowing what the parts were for. Consequently, he spent time looking those specific terms up. Happy learning!
Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims in the car...
Do you want to learn about history without feeling like you are reading a textbook? The Rush Revere book series is a winner for all of you out there that want your child to enjoy learning about history. My eldest read all of the books in the series firsthand, but then I wanted to read them. So, to switch things up a bit, we listened to them in the car via audio. One of the books in particular focuses on the Brave Pilgrims.
Articles All About the Pilgrims & The Mayflower
History.com does an excellent job at providing details that are commonly left out of the mainstream story. It makes sure to include the Pilgrims, or Separatists, venture to Holland before their voyage to the New World. My eldest son read about this in his 4th grade Abeka history book last year. So, this was a great review. The articles include details about the Mayflower Compact as well. Great resource.
The Pilgrims and The Mayflower Craft
I wish I had pictures of all the different crafts we have done over the years, but I don’t. Even though I want to tell you all about them, I know it doesn’t matter in your world! Smile. There are tons of creative Mayflower crafts you could do. This craft was just enough for my student to feel artsy and not too much to overwhelm me at the moment! If you would like the clip art the girls cut out to adorn their Mayflower, DOWNLOAD HERE.
Mayflower Compact PBS Video
Short but concise video concerning the Mayflower Compact. This video along with other reading materials we read gave way to discussing what the Mayflower Compact was and why it was important.
Another fun fiction read aloud...
The Mayflower Treasure Hunt is another fun fiction read aloud with a Mayflower twist. We just finished reading this one. I thought it was worthy to be added to the list. Even though it is based on a fictional script, this mystery does includes pertinent information to the study of the Mayflower and its passengers. My kids, ranging in age from 3, 5, 7, 8, and 11 all sat in on the read aloud. Worth reading…
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