Thanksgiving Holiday

The Pilgrims' celebration of the first Thanksgiving is a keystone of America's national and spiritual identity. But is what we've been taught about them or their harvest feast what actually happened? And if not, what difference does it make? Through the captivating story of the birth of this quintessentially American holiday, veteran historian Tracy McKenzie helps us to better understand the tale of America's origins—and for Christians, to grasp the significance of this story and those like it.

A vast array of poems old and new joyously celebrates each special day of the year, telling of New Year's resolutions, Valentine's Day love, Easter parades, Fourth of July fireworks, and more. Featuring verse from favorites like Walt Whitman, Jack Prelutsky, and Langston Hughes and poetic lyrics from the likes of Cole Porter and Oscar Hammerstein, plus heartfelt introductions by Julie Andrews describing favorite family holiday moments, this is the perfect collection for families to share together.

Gooney Bird Greene likes to be right smack in the middle of everything. That's why she wants to have the lead role of Squanto in her class Thanksgiving pageant. But that role will go to whoever finds someone to be the room mother. All the parents are so busy, no one can bring cupcakes to the play. Gooney Bird Greene to the rescue! She finds a room mother alright, but promises not to tell who it is until the day of the play. Now the kids are really busy getting ready for the show.

Follow along as dinos travel over the river and through the woods to join together with family. They enjoy favorite activities, including a corn maze, a televised parade with giant balloon creations, and of course a football game! The dinos share in not one but two feasts - one for the carnivores and another for the veggie-saurs. Join in the fun as the dinos find much to be thankful for on this special holiday!

Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon, the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself? Debut author-illustrator Oge Mora brings to life a heartwarming story of sharing and community as luscious as Omu's stew, with an extra serving of love. An author's note explains that "Omu" (pronounced AH-moo) means "queen" in the Igbo language of her parents, but growing up, she used it to mean "Grandma".

Gratitude and appreciation can make life wonderful. These five cute stories are excellent for teaching your little one about being thankful for the things they have. Each story is beautifully crafted with morals and lessons about gratitude and includes just for fun activities.

Known as the Thanksgiving Address, this Native American good morning message is based on the belief that the natural world is a precious and rare gift - from the moon and the stars to the tiniest blade of grass.

Thanksgiving is a special time of year when family gets together, we eat lots of yummy food, and we spend quality time together. This is a cute rhyming story about a "normal" family Thanksgiving, but you will quickly see how familiar it will be. Grab a slice of pumpkin pie and enjoy.

"On the Farm" follows the story of Amy, a single mother, and her two young daughters, Emily and Sophie, as they leave the bustling city to spend Thanksgiving at a family farm. This year, Amy decides that a quiet, rustic holiday away from the usual city chaos will be a refreshing change for her family.

The Waterloo Black Hawks’ first Thanksgiving game was not on the original United States Hockey League schedule in 1964/65. Nevertheless, the Black Hawks played on that holiday evening, starting a tradition which today draws thousands of Eastern Iowans to the rink each November after turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie.

This audiobook is an investigation about the idea that Thanksgiving is a dark holiday and what that says about American culture.

These fun Thanksgiving stories for kids are from the best-selling author Arnie Lightning! These short stories are perfect for early learners and great for quick bedtime listens, traveling, waiting rooms, and listening aloud with the entire family. Each story has a special lesson and gives a reason to show thanks. You and your children are sure to enjoy this Thanksgiving book!

Fashion designer Faith McClendon is back in Chicago to start over. She put her promising career on hold for too long, and she's ready to get back in the game. She's not willing to put her heart on the line again—it's still far too bruised from her failed marriage for that, so when a renewed childhood friendship starts to make her think about second chances at love, she's more than a little hesitant.

The hunt is on! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are spending Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts. They can't wait to see the sights and have a Thanksgiving dinner, just like the Pilgrims would have eaten. Then the kids learn about a sapphire necklace that went missing on the real Mayflower. Could the 400-year-old treasure be hidden somewhere nearby? And will someone else find it before they do?

Listen to these fun Thanksgiving stories for kids from the best-selling author Arnie Lightning! These Thanksgiving short stories are fun and entertaining to listen to and enjoy. Each story has a special lesson and gives a reason to show gratitude. The Thanksgiving jokes offer lots of laughs, too!

Your child will enjoy this cute Thanksgiving book full of fun stories and Thanksgiving jokes. This is an excellent listen for early and beginning learners. Your child will learn valuable morals about being thankful from these cute Thanksgiving stories.

On a snowy night, Snowman lends a helping hand to Bird, Rabbit, Farmer, and Traveler when they are in need. The next day when the sun comes out and melts Snowman, Bird, Rabbit, Farmer, and Traveler work together as a team to rebuild Snowman. The Giving Snowman is a book about kindness and gratitude. Children can learn through the story that giving to others is a virtue that connects all of us and makes our lives more beautiful.

Once upon a time, in the cozy town of Harmonyville, Portland lived a little turkey named David and his family. The town was bustling with excitement as Thanksgiving approached. David, unlike the other turkeys, wasn't too fond of the idea of Thanksgiving.

The big day was around the corner, Thanksgiving Day. Mr. Caleb would be celebrating the day in his Church with his family. The Catholic Thanksgiving Day used to be one of the best worship centers.

Discover the moving, true story of the Native American named Squanto, who is captured from his beloved Pawtuxet tribe, taken to Spain, and sold into slavery. Years later, Squanto regains his freedom and embarks on a miraculous journey back to his homeland where he teaches the Pilgrims how to survive the difficult early years in the Plymouth colony - culminating in the first Thanksgiving celebration.