Welcome to the launch of AMERICAN MADE, Matt’s student-centered history podcast that proves the past doesn’t have to be boring — especially for middle-grade listeners (8-12 yrs old).

Each episode gives you a story-driven dive into the people, moments, and big ideas that shaped our country. With parents, teachers, and homeschoolers in mind, this content is perfect for car rides, classrooms, and co-ops.

Thanks for listening, enjoy the show!

🎧Teachers, Students, Parents!

Everything from today’s episode is right here:

* 🗂️ Google Docs folder with source handouts

* Blooket! Whole-class game (teachers copy to your account) or 🎮 Individual Game!

* 📜 Primary source links:

* Edward Winslow’s account in Mourt’s Relations (1622)

* Rev. Alexander Young’s The Chronicles of our Pilgrim Fathers (1841)

* Sarah Hale’s Northwood: A Tale of New England (1827, subtitle “Life in North and South” in the UK print)

* Hale’s relentless editorial letters in Godey’s Lady’s Magazine

* Hale’s Letter to Lincoln (1863)

🇺🇸Have fun digging in!

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