History Smashers: The Mayflower

History Smashers: The Mayflower dismantles the familiar story of Plymouth Rock and the first Thanksgiving, revealing that the Pilgrims did not go straight to Plymouth, met no Wampanoag people that first day, and left out crucial context about the people whose land they settled on. Developed with a Wampanoag educator and historian, the book pairs graphic panels and sidebars with rigorous fact-checking. This is an eye-opening choice for students because it replaces a familiar myth with a more complete and honest version of American history.

Publishing Details

Author : Kate Messner

Illustrator : Dylan Meconis

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Graphic Novel

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 224

Size: 8.3 x 5.5 inches

Year Published: 2020

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 3rd

Genre: Non-Fiction

Sub-Genre: Informational

Theme: Native Americans, Social Studies