Description

Explore the meaning behind Thanksgiving and discover why the holiday is a time for gratitude and togetherness.

In Thanksgiving, kids explore why many families celebrate this special day each year and what it means to be thankful. With warm, kid-friendly explanations and familiar examples, children learn how Thanksgiving connects to history and how traditions help people show gratitude for the people and blessings in their lives.

Thanksgiving:

Explores Thanksgiving traditions such as sharing a special meal, spending time with family and friends, and helping others
Connects the holiday to big ideas like gratitude, community, and shared traditions
Invites children to reflect on what they are thankful for and how they celebrate in their own lives

From special meals and family time to gratitude and giving back, Thanksgiving becomes a meaningful celebration children can understand and remember.

The Our Celebrations series helps children connect familiar U.S. holidays to the stories, values, and traditions that shape the United States. Each book invites young learners to explore why a celebration matters--introducing its origins, purpose, and customs. With kid-friendly explanations, relatable examples, and discussion prompts that encourage reflection, the series supports early social studies learning (especially civics) while helping children see how celebrations bring communities together.