Welcome, Teachers!
PlymouthRock.org supports elementary educators with ready-to-use resources that make teaching early American history more musical, meaningful, and culturally respectful.
Whether you're teaching about the Pilgrims, the Wampanoag/Patuxet people, Plymouth Rock itself, or planning a field trip, you’ll find materials that combine social studies, literacy, and music in an engaging way.
Free Teacher Materials
- Student Script & Lyrics Booklet – age-appropriate dialogue and lyrics for Grades 3–5
- Teacher Guide – staging notes, lesson extensions, vocabulary, discussion questions
- Printable Worksheets – reading comprehension and creative writing prompts
- Activity Pages – coloring sheets, Plymouth geography, timeline activities
- Music & Rehearsal Tracks – vocals and instrumental versions for classroom use
The Classroom Musical (Optional)
“Rockin’ The Secrets of Plymouth Rock” is a 45-minute classroom musical based on the children’s book The Secrets of Plymouth Rock by Diane Finn with music by Candido Bretto.
- Perfect for Grades 3–5 social studies & arts integration
- 12 original, kid-friendly songs
- Flexible casting for classes of any size
- Performance licenses available for schools and community groups
Schools may perform the musical with a valid license. Preview pages are available to help you decide.
Rockin’ the Secrets of Plymouth Rock
A classroom musical for grades 3–5 that brings Plymouth Rock to life through story and song.
Perfect for Massachusetts and U.S. history units, school concerts, and interdisciplinary projects that blend social studies, music, literacy, and the arts.
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Includes student scripts and lyrics, teacher guide, rehearsal tracks, and performance materials to make your next school show easy to stage.
Teach Plymouth History with Cultural Respect
All materials acknowledge the important role of the Indigenous Wampanoag/Patuxet people and present history in a balanced, age-appropriate way. The musical and the accompanying resources encourage:
- Understanding multiple perspectives
- Respect for Native history and land
- Critical thinking about primary and secondary sources
- Creative expression through music and storytelling
Author Visits, Workshops & Virtual Programs
Invite musician and author Candido Bretto for:
- Songwriting & music production workshops
- Author Q&A sessions
- Musical direction for school performances
- History-through-music assemblies
Programs are available in Massachusetts and nationwide via Zoom.
Get Teaching Materials
Download previews or purchase a license to access the full script, lyrics, music, and teacher guide.
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