Students — Rockin’ The Secrets of Plymouth Rock

Hey Students, Welcome!

Have you ever wondered what Plymouth Rock would say if it could talk? Rockin’ The Secrets of Plymouth Rock is a story and a musical that bring the famous rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts to life — with songs, characters, and history made just for kids.

These pages are made especially for students in Grades 3–5 who are learning about Plymouth, the Pilgrims, and the Wampanoag/Patuxet people in school.

What You Can Explore Here

• Meet the Characters – Plymouth Rock, Mr. Seagull, Madame Crab, Pilgrims, Kids from Today, and more
• Hear About the Music – 12 original songs that tell the Rock’s story
• See Sneak Peek Pages – sample script and lyrics (your teacher gets the full version)
• Try Fun Activities – writing prompts, drawing ideas, and classroom challenges

Your teacher may use these materials to help your class perform the musical or learn more about Plymouth history.

Learning About Plymouth Rock & History

Plymouth Rock is an important symbol in American history. It’s connected to:

• The Pilgrims who arrived on the Mayflower
• The Wampanoag/Patuxet people who were already living here
• The town of Plymouth, Massachusetts

In this story and musical, we try to show more than one point of view. You’ll learn that history is not just one story — it’s many stories woven together.

Songs, Singing & Performing

In many schools, classes turn Rockin’ The Secrets of Plymouth Rock into a real performance with costumes, simple sets, and lots of singing.

• Some students act as narrators
• Some sing in the chorus or as soloists
• Some help with art, props, and posters
• Everyone helps bring the story to life

Your teacher decides how the show will look and who plays which part — but the most important thing is that you tell the story together.

Respecting the Wampanoag/Patuxet People

When we talk about Plymouth, we also talk about the Native people who were here first, including the Wampanoag/Patuxet.

Your teacher may share information about:

• Where the Wampanoag/Patuxet lived
• How they cared for the land and the sea
• How their lives changed when the Pilgrims arrived

We learn this history with respect, and we remember that real people’s lives are part of the story.

Things You Can Do

• Write a short story from Plymouth Rock’s point of view
• Draw a scene showing Plymouth Rock long ago and today
• Imagine a conversation between a modern kid and a Wampanoag/Patuxet child
• Practice a song (with your teacher’s permission) and share it in class

Ask your teacher which activities from PlymouthRock.org you’ll be using in class.