Teaching about Thanksgiving is an excellent way to teach how individuals and groups during the same historical period differed in their perspectives. This lesson provides the historical context needed to teach the history of Thanksgiving in an accurate, respectful, and engaging way. By replacing “Indians” and “Pilgrims” with Wampanoag and English Separatists, you can begin to tell the real story of the Wampanoag, who were instrumental in helping the English survive. This lesson has been reviewed by a Native American Scholar to ensure accuracy, respect, and guidance to state standards.