Lesson 36 of 84 · Colonial History
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepPlymouth: The Pilgrims' Story
The Pilgrims, a group of English settlers, arrived in America in 1620 and founded Plymouth Colony.
🎯 Your mission
Be a history detective — read between the dates.
⚡ The twist
What seemed obvious then is often shocking now (and vice versa).
Mind = Blown
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Then & Now
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The Pilgrims, a group of English settlers, arrived in America in 1620 and founded Plymouth Colony. They were seeking freedom to practice their religion without being persecuted. On their journey, they faced harsh weather and rough seas, but they were determined to build a new home. The Pilgrims celebrated their first harvest with a feast, now known as Thanksgiving, which showed their gratitude for the help they received from Native Americans.
Key Facts
The Pilgrims landed in Plymouth in 1620.
They celebrated the first Thanksgiving with Native Americans.
The Pilgrims wanted to practice their religion freely.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What year did the Pilgrims arrive at Plymouth?
Why this still matters
Every road sign, every flag, every holiday — there's history hiding inside.
Stretch Challenge
Try this in real life this week.
Ask a grown-up what the world looked like when they were your age.
For the dinner table
“What's something from history you wish you could see in person?”
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