Henry Spelman: The Powhatan Indians' English Boy

In this comprehension instructional activity, learners answer a set of 13 multiple choice test questions covering chapters 13 and 14 of The Indian in the Cupboard. An answer key is included.

Sixth graders write a historical fiction narrative. In this interdisciplinary lesson plan, 6th graders read the historical fiction Henry Spelman: The Powhatan Indians' English Boy. Students write a piece from the point of view of the...

Students explore American history by researching Native American tribes. In this Powhatan Indian lesson, students visualize the environment the Powhatan indians used to inhabit by examining a map of America. Students view images of...

Young scholars read the story of the Eagle Boy. In this Native American Tale lesson, students discover the respect a boy has for wildlife. Young scholars discuss eagles and what they symbolize. Students create  song lyrics for the story...

Readers identify the irony in the ransom note to Ebenezer Dorset and his reply as part of a reading comprehension activity using O. Henry's "The Ransom of Red Chief."

Students explore the California Gold Rush.  In this U.S. history Gold Rush lesson, students view and analyze a number of authentic documents that originated during the California Gold Rush.  Students identify images that reflect the Gold...

What kinds of foods did the Powhatan eat, and how did they get these foods? Your pupils can learn about this topic along with Anna, the young girl in the video. Additional activities are provided.

Young scholars examine American Indian individuals and tribes involved in the settlement of English colonies.

Did you know that Pocahontas was 12 when Jamestown was established? Did you know that she later married John Rolfe? Did you know that she lived in London for two years? Did you know that she died of small pox? Class members study the...

Pupils complete a KWL chart about the American Indians using graphic organizers from websites. They read a teacher-selected book about the early Virginia American Indians and then read Becoming a Homeplace from the Virginia Historical...