Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving? This book explains how the pilgrims reached America, the difficulties they had, who helped them, and finally, how they gave thanks for everything they received.
Provides facts about the first Thanksgiving, describing the lifestyle of the Pilgrims, their pact with the Wampanoag, and the meal and festival they shared.
Recreates in accurate detail one of the most popular events in American history, with photographs taken at Plimoth Plantation, the living museum in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Discusses what the first Thanksgiving might have been like for the Pilgrims, including the people they invited, the games they played, and the food that was served.
Discusses the history of New Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts, the relationship between the colonists and the native Wampanoag people, and the harvest festival which would later become Thanksgiving Day.
"It's likely that the Pilgrims ate goose or duck at the first Thanksgiving and didnt eat pumpkin pie! Readers will be astonished at the myths surrounding one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States. Fun fact boxes add more surprising US history information that complements the social studies curriculum."--
* This is a used book. Now available in paperback, this interactive book allows young readers to learn about American history while easy-to-follow drawing lessons let them reproduce the book's characters, costumes, and settings.