Ms. Lori DeTrolio and Grade 3

As has been shown in the previous years, this program provides 3rd grade students with an enlivening interactive workshop to enrich and enhance the Grade 3 History and Social Studies Massachusetts Curriculum Framework standards. Representatives from the Plimoth based Wampanoag Museum will come to the Wrentham Elementary School to provide first hand insight into the culture and way of life of the local Native Americans. Contemporary Wampanoag presenters visit with all the third grade students, and with the aid of a colorful slide presentation and real artifacts explore the culture of the local Wampanoag People in both the 17th and 21st centuries. Students have opportunities to examine Wampanoag clothing, toys, animal skins and tools and to learn about the seasonality of the lifestyle of Native Americans in New England. The program has proven highly successful in its aim to excite and inspire students to learn more about the Wampanoag People and literally bring history to life!