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This biography explores the life of Pocahontas, a young Powhatan woman known for her connection to the English settlers at Jamestown over 400 years ago. Despite the many exaggerated tales and conflicting records about her life, Pocahontas remains a fascinating figure in American history. Readers will learn about her role during the arrival of the English colonists, her culture, and the Powhatan tribe. Perfect for 5th graders, this text transitions smoothly from discussions of the Powhatan tribe to the broader story of Jamestown.

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  1. TWS Text Set Amanda Michalski

  2. Pocahontas at Jamestown Shannon, T. M. (n.d.) Pocahontas at Jamestown. Reading A to Z. Biography (nonfiction), 2,116 words, Level Y (Grade 5) She was a young woman who lived more than 400 years ago, but people are still fascinated by her today-Pocahontas of the Powhatan is famous even though little is truly known about her life. Although stories and records have been exaggerated-and many contradict each other-we do know she was a young girl when the English colonists arrived in Jamestown. Read on to learn more about this amazing and mysterious woman! This text worked in my unit to transition from talking about the Powhatan tribe into the next unit.

  3. The Story of Jamestown Braun, E. (2006.) The Story of Jamestown. Capstone Press. Graphic Novel. (nonfiction) 3rd Grade Tells the story of Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America. Written in graphic-novel format. This text helps students to delve even deeper into the Native American/ European relationship.

  4. In a Circle Long Ago: A Treasury of Native Lore from North America Van Laan, N. (1995). In a Circle Long Ago: A Treasury of Native Lore from North America. Knopf Books for Young Readers. Anthology (fiction) Range of Reading Levels Brings Native American culture to life with real stories that are passed down from generations passed.

  5. Virginia: Native Peoples Smith, V. (2003). Virginia: Native Peoples. Capstone Press. (nonfiction) 4th Grade Discusses the traditions, clothing, food, tools, and current status of the different tribes of Native Americans who made their home in what became the state of Virginia. Students learn about the evidence there is proving that Native Americans were the first to live in Virginia.

  6. Why the Indians Have So Many Tribes: An Indian Legend Legend. (fiction) Can find on various levels. Retrieved from: http://web.archive.org/web/20090619090014/http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/education/projects/webunits/vahistory/legend.html Can be used to introduce Native American culture and folk tales.

  7. Werowocomoco: Seat of Power Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. (n.d.) Werowocomoco: Seat of Power. Article. (nonfiction) Above grade level. Describes the importance of Werowocomoco, it’s location, and what is happening there now. This article aids students in visualizing the area where the Powhatan Indians lived.

  8. Social Studies: Virginia Foresman, S. (2003). Social Studies: Virginia. Pearson. (nonfiction with fiction selections) 4th Grade Textbook provided to students. Most accessible to all students. On grade level. Has additional resources.

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