Examines th history and lore of Thanksgiving from A for "across the Atlantic Ocean" to Z for " the "zeppelin-like" balloons in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Describes how the Massachusetts Indian Squanto was captured by European raiders, sold into slavery in Spain, and ultimately returned to the New World to become a guide and friend for the Pilgrims.

The history of the feast after their first harvest in 1621, the Pilgrims at Plymouth shared a three-day feast with their Native American neighbors. Of course, the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag didn't know it at the time, but they were making history, celebrating what would become a national holiday.

Introduces readers to Thanksgiving and its traditions, and provides step-by-step, illustrated instructions for holiday handicraft projects, including a thumbprint turkey greeting card, a gratitude wreath, and a colorful corn bouquet.

"Do you know the true story of the Thanksgiving feast at Plimoth? What if you lived in a different time and place? What would you wear? What would you eat? How would your daily life be different? Scholastic's If You Lived... series answers all of kids' most important questions about events in American history. With a question and answer format, kid-friendly artwork, and engaging information, this series is the perfect partner for the classroom and...

This book provides information on the origins of Thanksgiving and describes how Thanksgiving is observed around the world.

Describes the history and activities of the American holiday of Thanksgiving Day. Examines numerous competing claims for the first Thanksgiving, including the traditional story of the feast shared by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621 in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Paints a fascinating picture of the holiday and its changing meanings throughout American history.