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It's another Thanksgiving at Grandma's. Gavin expects a long day of boredom and being pestered by distantly related toddlers, but his cousin Rhonda has a different idea: make a break for it - out of the kids' room to the swing set in the backyard! Gavin isn't so sure, especially when they encounter vicious guard dogs (in homemade sweaters), a hallway full of overly affectionate aunts, and worse yet, the great wall of butts! Will they manage to avoid...
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A New Look at Thanksgiving Using Children's Literature
Bordeaux Children's November Family Favorites
Native American Heritage Month for Kids
Sky Bear 2023
Bordeaux Children's November Family Favorites
Native American Heritage Month for Kids
Sky Bear 2023
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Wampanoag children listen as their grandmother tells them the story about how Weeâchumun (the wise Corn) asked local Native Americans to show the Pilgrims how to grow food to yield a good harvest--Keepunumuk--in 1621.
12) Trucksgiving
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The trucks of Trucktown create their own annual day of giving thanks.
13) Friendsgiving
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The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and Berry, Ginger, and Willow are enjoying the delights of fall. When these old friends join with new friends to bask in the bounty of the season, there is a lot to be thankful for--and a new tradition is born--Friends giving!
14) We are thankful
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Asked by their teacher to think about the things and people for which they are thankful, the first graders of the Robin Hill School take turns sharing their feelings, challenging young Reza to think of something original.
17) Molly's pilgrim
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Told to make a Pilgrim doll for the Thanksgiving display at school, Molly is embarassed when her mother tries to help her out by creating a doll dressed as she herself was dressed before leaving Russia to seek religious freedom.
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November is here and Hubie's class is ready to give thanks for the things that they enjoy most football, turkey, and vacation. They're even going to have a parade! But how can Hubie be thankful when none of his friends chooses to work on a float with him? And how can he possibly finish all of that food for Thanksgiving dinner?