Thanksgiving Holiday

Let’s eat turkey!

What is Thanksgiving?

• Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday each November.

• Thanksgiving Day is a day to give thanks for the things we have.

In 1620, Pilgrims were living in England.

England

England

aMERICA

Pilgrims came to America from England on a

ship called Mayflower.

Thank you, Indians!!You’re welcome!

Pilgrims invite the Indians to eat Turkey together!

Story of Thanksgiving

• Long time ago Pilgrims came to America from England

• Pilgrims and Indians became friends

• Pilgrims and Indians ate first Thanksgiving meal together

• Today all Americans continue this tradition

In my family…

• All my family members get together• We cook a lot of food together

– My father cooks the turkey– My mother cooks the side dishes

• Mashed potatoes, gravy, pumpkin pie

• My sister, brother, and I help make the table

• We enjoy the meal together and thank each other!

corn

stuffinggravy

Sweet potatoes

mashed potatoes

green beans

fruitApple & Pumpkin Pies

Drink tea

What is stuffing?

• Turkey stuffing is made of celery, onion, salt, pepper, and bread crumbs.

You put stuffing into You put stuffing into the turkey and you the turkey and you cook itcook it

What are you thankful?

• I am thankful for my family and friends.

• I am thankful that I am healthy and happy!

• What are you thankful for?

Drinking wine

• My mom and I toast (drink a glass of wine) to celebrate Thanksgiving!