One of the best primary sources that historians use are journal and diary entries from individuals. For this option you will be writing journal entries from the perspective of people who lived during this era of exploration. For this option you will be using only your thinking map and textbook to help you write your journal entries. You will write a total of 4 journal entries. 2 journal entries will be from the perspective of a European explorer. 2 journal entries will be from the perspective of a native person who lived in regions that were colonized by the Europeans. You will use the template below to help you organize your journal entries. Journal Entry Template Each Journal entry requires the following: 5 or more sentences per journal entry. European Explorer Journal 1: Travel (Pages 671-678, 709 in the physical textbook) (Topic 16, Lessons 1 & 6 the online textbook) Share why you are exploring. Describe what travel was like (conditions and inventions used). Journal 2: Encounter with Native People (Pages 680-685,688-692,695 physical textbook) (Topic 16, Lessons 2, 3 & 4 online textbook) What was your reaction/interaction with the native people? Native Person Journal 3: Life before Eurpeans arrived Describe immediate effects the Europeans had on native peoples. (Pages 680-684 physical textbook) (Topic 16, Lesson 2 online textbook) Journal 4: Life after Europeans arrived How did the arrival of Europeans impact your way of life long term?(Pages 691-692, 695-696 physical textbook) (Topic 16, Lesson 4 online textbook)
Do all of this like a 7th grader.
European Explorer Journal 1: Travel
Dear Journal,
Today marks the beginning of my great journey to explore new lands and expand our empire. I am filled with excitement and anticipation as I set sail on this adventure. The conditions on the ship are quite cramped and uncomfortable, but I am willing to endure it for the promise of new discoveries. We are using the latest inventions such as the compass and astrolabe to navigate the vast oceans. It is truly a marvel of technology that is aiding us on our expedition.
European Explorer Journal 2: Encounter with Native People
Dear Journal,
Today we encountered native people on the shores of the land we have discovered. They were curious yet cautious of us, the strangers who arrived on their shores. We tried to communicate with them through gestures and basic words, but there was a language barrier that made it difficult to truly understand each other. Despite the initial tension, I am hopeful that we can establish peaceful relations with these indigenous people.
Native Person Journal 3: Life before Europeans arrived
Dear Journal,
Life before the arrival of the Europeans was peaceful and harmonious. We lived off the land, hunting and gathering to sustain our communities. However, with the arrival of the Europeans, everything changed. They brought diseases that ravaged our population, and their desire for resources led to conflicts and displacement. Our way of life was disrupted, and we were forced to adapt to a new reality imposed upon us by these foreign invaders.
Native Person Journal 4: Life after Europeans arrived
Dear Journal,
The arrival of the Europeans has had a lasting impact on our way of life. Our land has been taken from us, our resources depleted, and our culture eroded. We are now living under the rule of these colonizers, who impose their laws and customs upon us. Despite the hardships we have faced, we continue to resist and fight for our rights and our heritage. The legacy of European colonization continues to shape our lives in ways we never could have imagined.