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Description
The book "Thanksgiving" by Charles C. Hofer explores the history and traditions of the American holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. It covers the origins of Thanksgiving dating back to the 1620s and how the celebration has evolved from the first harvest gatherings to modern-day festivities. The book discusses traditional foods like turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, as well as contemporary traditions including parades and football.
Quick Summary
Young readers will gobble up this friendly introduction to Thanksgiving, which packs favorite holiday traditions and a bite-sized history lesson into just 901 easy-to-read words. From the first harvest feast to the famous Macy's parade, kids will love discovering why families gather each November to give thanks. If your kid enjoys holiday classics like "The Berenstain Bear and the Thanksgiving Visit" or "Pete the Cat: The First Thanksgiving," they'll be thankful for this read. Perfect for kindergarten through second graders (ages 5-8) who want to understand what Thanksgiving is all about before the big dinner.