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History Smashers: The Mayflower

by Kate Messner

Beyond the familiar Mayflower story

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Beyond the familiar Mayflower story

Kate Messner examines commonly repeated stories about the Mayflower voyage and the early encounters between the Pilgrims and Wampanoag people, distinguishing familiar legend from details the book presents as less widely known. Its scope includes the failed second ship, the Speedwell, the travelers’ stop before reaching Plymouth, and the history surrounding Plymouth Rock and the first Thanksgiving. Illustrations, graphic panels, photographs, and sidebars give the history a varied visual format. The book is a focused look at how popular versions of an early colonial story can leave out important context.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 interested in U.S. colonial history
  • Young readers who enjoy illustrated nonfiction and historical sidebars
  • Readers curious about how familiar historical stories compare with lesser-known details

Themes

Mayflower voyagePilgrims and Wampanoag peopleHistorical myths and legendsPlymouth Rock and the first Thanksgiving

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Book overview

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Smash the stories behind famous moments in history and expose the hidden truth. Perfect for fans of I Survived and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales.

In 1620, the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock and made friends with Wampanoag people who gave them corn. RIGHT?

WRONG! It was months before the Pilgrims met any Wampanoag people, and nobody gave anybody corn that day.

Did you know that the pilgrims didn't go straight from England to Plymouth? No, they made a stop along the way--and almost stayed forever! Did you know there was a second ship, called the Speedwell, that was too leaky to make the trip? No joke. And just wait until you learn the truth about Plymouth Rock.

Through illustrations, graphic panels, photographs, sidebars, and more, acclaimed author Kate Messner smashes history by exploring the little-known details behind the legends of the Mayflower and the first Thanksgiving.

"Kate Messner serves up fun, fast history for kids who want the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Absolutely smashing!" --Candace Fleming, award-winning author

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