A Colonial Tour from TeachersFirst: Roanoke

The settlement of Roanoke in 1585 marks the beginning of permanent English settlement on the North American continent. But Roanoke's fame lies not in what the English did there, but in that the colonists had disappeared when the expedition's leaders returned with more supplies. The fate of this small band remains a mystery to this day.

Roanoke lies on North Carolina's outer banks, a popular summer location with numerous other attractions. While there are no reconstructions of the lost colony, there are lots of legends, and a visit to the historic site is well worth the time if you're in the area. The links beblow with give you more information.

 

 

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A First Hand Account: Roanoke - Ralph Lane

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A First Hand Account of life in the first Roanoke colony was written by Ralph Lane, whom Sir Richard Grenville left in charge of the colonists. The 16th century English ...more
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A First Hand Account of life in the first Roanoke colony was written by Ralph Lane, whom Sir Richard Grenville left in charge of the colonists. The 16th century English is a little tough, but you'll get the ideas.

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A Teacher's Heritage Education Handbook - National Park Service

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Fort Raleigh Teacher's Handbook is the teacher's guide that goes with Roanoke Revisited . If provides additional historical...more
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Fort Raleigh Teacher's Handbook is the teacher's guide that goes with Roanoke Revisited . If provides additional historical detail, along with suggestions for using the materials in the classroom.

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Search for the Lost Colony - National Park Service

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The Search for the Lost Colony is Roanoke's great mystery. This page from Roanoke Revisited may give young detectives some clues. ...more
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The Search for the Lost Colony is Roanoke's great mystery. This page from Roanoke Revisited may give young detectives some clues.

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The Roanoke Voyages - A Mystery Story for Young People - National Park Service

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The Roanoke Voyages describes how Raleigh and his advisors conducted their initial explorations, then sought Queen Elizabeth's help in launching their voyages. ...more
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The Roanoke Voyages describes how Raleigh and his advisors conducted their initial explorations, then sought Queen Elizabeth's help in launching their voyages.

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Fort Raleigh National Historical Site - The National Park Service

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Fort Raleigh National Historic Site is a 500-acre park which recounts the experiences of the settlers at Roanoke. This website provides a wealth of information for use in the ...more
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Fort Raleigh National Historic Site is a 500-acre park which recounts the experiences of the settlers at Roanoke. This website provides a wealth of information for use in the classroom including a children's page that includes information about a junior ranger program, the story of the Civil War for kids, plus a unique mystery story.

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Lost Colony of Roanoke - National Park Service

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National Park Service's website on the Lost Colony of Roanoke. ...more
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National Park Service's website on the Lost Colony of Roanoke.

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Roanoke Revisited - National Park Service

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National Park Service's site on the colony of Roanoke. ...more
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National Park Service's site on the colony of Roanoke.

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Roanoke Revisited for Young Readers - National Park Service

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Background on Roanoke Colony for young readers. ...more
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Background on Roanoke Colony for young readers.

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