Are you looking for a book to prepare your mood for the Thanksgiving holiday? Here are five favorite Thanksgiving books, perfect for curling up by the fire on a cool November night, or reading together with your family. They are written for children, but can be appreciated at any age.
1. Squanto and the Miracle of Thanksgiving
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The story of Squanto is about an Indian who was captured at age 12 and sold into slavery. He was taken from his native America, raised by a Christian family and taught about faith in God. After 10 years he was sent back to America and discovered that an epidemic had killed everyone from his village. Squanto then learned that God had a purpose for his life.
Author: Eric Metaxas
Hardcover; 36 Pages.
Author: Eric Metaxas
Hardcover; 36 Pages.
2. Thanksgiving, A Time to Remember
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This book is designed to help families rediscover "the roots of thankfulness" and the "joy of tradition" on Thanksgiving. As you gather together, take some time to remember that Thanksgiving is not just about turkey and football. Review Thanksgiving history, research God's Word about remembrance, and learn original ways to create enduring memories. This book incorporates an instrumental CD of Thanksgiving hymns.
Author: Barbara Rainey
Hardcover; 80 Pages.
Author: Barbara Rainey
Hardcover; 80 Pages.
3. An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving
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This newer edition picture book adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic holiday story will truly bring to life the old-fashioned spirit of Thanksgiving. On the day before Thanksgiving, Ma and Pa must depart to help an ailing neighbor, leaving their children in charge of preparing the meal. Upon their return, the parents discover a delightfully strange Thanksgiving dinner.
Author: Louisa May Alcott
Hardcover; 32 Pages.
Author: Louisa May Alcott
Hardcover; 32 Pages.
4. The Story of Thanksgiving
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This color illustrated book recites the story of the first Thanksgiving. It's perfect for teaching small children all about the pilgrims' voyage to America on the Mayflower, their quest for religious liberty, their arrival at Plymouth Rock, and their first year in the new land. They will learn how Native American Indians taught the pilgrims to plant and harvest, and then shared with them in a feast of thanksgiving.
Author: Nancy Skarmeas
Hardcover; 26 Pages.
Author: Nancy Skarmeas
Hardcover; 26 Pages.
5. Thanksgiving: A Harvest Celebration
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Through a fictional presentation, this book explores the harvest celebrations common in the colonies and how they established the tradition we celebrate each year at Thanksgiving. At their first harvest, the pilgrims gathered to give thanks to God. The feast, which lasted for days, consisted of food that had been grown, gathered, and caught. Today, we continue the tradition when we gather with family and friends to give thanks to God and share in his blessings.
Author: Julie Stiegemeyer
Hardcover; 32 Pages.
Author: Julie Stiegemeyer
Hardcover; 32 Pages.
