by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
Discuss with students why Molly and her brother, Joseph, are so valuable to both sides. Have students research the territories held by the Mohawk and the other nations in the Six Nations Confederacy. Ask them to create a map of the territories held and present it to...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
In chapter 5, there is a discussion that two nations of the Six Nations Confederacy were fighting for the Americans. Ask students: Which nations chose to fight for the Americans? Why did they choose that side? What did Molly (George’s mother) argue for?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
In chapter 2, a council is held. Ask students: Who attends? Why do they hold the council? Whose voice is the deciding factor?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
The British Army and the Native alliances were both strong forces that played significant roles in the American War of Independence. Have students research the following: What were the main differences between the British/American military structures and the...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
Have students explore the reasons why the Indigenous Peoples allied themselves with the British at the time. Ask students: What were the reasons for supporting the British? How did the events of the Seven Years’ War affect the alliances formed during the American War...
