A Child's Story of Thanksgiving

by Laura Rader

Book Overview

From the Mayflower to modern times, this easy-to-read text recounts the traditional tale of the First Thanksgiving in 15th century Massachusetts. It also illustrates common holiday celebrations of the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0824953274
• ISBN13: 9780824953270
• Release Date: September 2001
• Publisher: GuidepostsBooks
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.7" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 3 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

A Child's Story of Thanksgiving

I looked over dozens of Thanksgiving books at the bookstore to find one that told the story of Thanksgiving . I thought this one was one of the two best I saw. The story was told simply, but also describing new words well. It starts with why people chose to leave England, the hardships they faced here, how the Indians helped the newcomers, and how the first Thanksgiving came about. What I thought really added to this story was that it described how we celebrate Thanksgiving today, and things we can do to show our thanks by helping others. That was one thing I was really looking for in a Thanksgiving book. I wanted my 5 year old to understand better why we do things for others during the holidays, and throughout the year. This may be a little long for too young kids, but looks great for 4 and older. Hope you enjoy it too.