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 | MilitiasThe colonial militias played an important role in the struggle for independence, but then, as now, not without some misunderstanding.Grades 3-5 History-Social Science |
 | John White WatercolorsBy the time Jamestown was settled in 1607, John White had been to the New World and had been gone… for more than 15 years. He’s known as the painter of a series of watercolors that introduced Europe to a new land.Grades 3-5 History-Social Science |
 | Bermuda BeginningsIn June of 1609, a fleet of nine supply ships carrying new settlers and cargo left England bound for Jamestown, Virginia. In the midst of the Atlantic they hit a hurricane and the fleet was scattered. The largest of the fleet, The Sea Venture, was caught in the hurricane and wrecked off of the Bermuda Islands.Grades 3-5 History-Social Science |
| MedicineIn the eighteenth century the state of medical care and medical theory was undergoing a transition.Grades 3-5 History-Social Science |
| ArtilleryThe skill of the commander and the bravery of the common soldier weren’t the only factors leading to success in the War for Independence.Grades 3-5 History-Social Science |
| Turkey TalesLearn all about Virginia's wild turkey in this fun video that follows a group of students as they visit Jamestown, capture turkeys using rocket nets, participate in a "wing bee" and more.Grades K-2 | 3-5 | 6-8 Science | History-Social Science |
