FACT OR FICTION:
Wingapo! is Powhatan for hello!
This webquest will take you on a journey to uncover the truths behind the lives of famous figures in the history of Virginia Indians. Did Pocahantas really save John Smith from certain death? Did she marry John Smith? Did she have children? What happened to Chief Powhatan? Is that his real name? Did he have any important family members who impacted the relationships between the Indians and colonists? Uncover these mysteries and many more. Before you begin, let's review what we know about the Powhatan tribe by taking a look at a film clip.....
I'm a Powhatan!
Grade Level: 3-5 Curriculum: Social Studies : Virginia Studies VS 2d-f
Author: Donna Letson