Monday, October 26, 2015

Pocahontas: Fact vs. Fiction

After Disney's Pocahontas was released, the Powhatan Nation was furious that the real story of Pocahontas was distorted in the name of entertainment. (See the Powhatan's letter here.) After exploring the different resources on Pocahontas, do you agree with the Powhatan in believing that Disney should not have portrayed Pocahontas incorrectly? Why would Disney have changed the facts in the first place? Give evidence from at least one source to support your opinion. (Post as ANONYMOUS, using first name, last initial and class period only!)


Monday, October 19, 2015

Roanoke-October 19, 2015

Knowing what you now know about the "Lost Colony" of Roanoke, what advice would you give the settlers that may have helped them succeed in the New World? Post as anonymous using first name, last initial and class period only! Don't forget to save to your clipboard or Google Docs before publishing (just in case!)