One of the primary jobs of historians is to read and analyze primary source documents. These documents allow us to come to a more personal understanding of history. The following document is a letter written by a group of men and women who were accused of witchcraft. As you read, try to [...]
Archive for September, 2008
Can Witches Request Bail?
Posted in History 8, tagged Primary Source Documents, Salem Witchcraft on September 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Hip-Hop History
Posted in History 8, tagged Hip-Hop, I Want America, Jamestown, Pilgrims, Plymouth on September 24, 2008 | 5 Comments »
Controlling Jamestown
Posted in History 8, tagged Adventure, Jamestown, Simulation on September 23, 2008 | 10 Comments »
The Jamestown Adventure is an online simulation that asks you to play the role of a decision-maker in Jamestown. Your success will be determined by four factors: food, health, wealth & morale. Give it your best shot and see how well you do! You may play the game as much as you like. [...]
Will the real Pocahontas please stand up?
Posted in History 8, tagged Annenberg Learner, Historical Thinking Skills, Pocahontas on September 22, 2008 | 4 Comments »
Most of us are familiar with the Disney version of the story of Pocahontas. However, as students of history, it is important to reflect on how the story and image of Pocahontas has changed over time. The following interactive will use images of Pocahontas to help build Historical Thinking Skills. As you complete the activity, [...]
