Thanksgiving theme resources/ideas

[luv-my-boys]

Thought I'd start a thread about what resources/ideas you have for a "thanksgiving unit" We are currently doing world history but I think this month Im going to try to focus on Thanksgiving here in US. Im looking for elementary/preschool type ideas. I have a ton of books from the library on various Thanksgivig type topics/stories but looking for some more *filler* and craft activities. TIA

[BeanyMama]

Subbing! We found some great books at the library that tell the true Thanksgiving story. We're aiming for gentle honesty about it rather than the campy jolly pilgrim/Indian stories that are often aimed at early learners. A great one was put out by NatGeo.

Interested in hearing your filler and craft responses!

[*Jessica*]

We did Scholastic's The First Thanksgiving: Voyage on the Mayflower online activity and Plimoth Plantation's You Are the Historian: Investigating the First Thanksgiving activity today. My son is a first grader and enjoyed them both.

[zech13_9_goforgold]

I'm not a homeschool mom- in fact, I'm not a mom yet. Hence, I have time to research. I was also looking for some activities for my nieces who have never had a US thanksgiving. So, here's what I've found:

Historical Activities
- native american food
- pilgrim toilet paper tube
- tepee (yes, I realize that those NA were'nt living in tepees, but these are cute)
- pilgrim hats for boys and girls
- "If I was a Pilgrim" writing activity
- corn husk doll
- Mayflower model
- Native American website that teaches facts about different NA living all over N. America

Harvest Crafts
- natural elements turkey
- a popcorn (or mini marshmallow) and cranberry string for decoration. You could probably use it for Thanksgiving, then put it on the tree.
- hand and foot print turkey
- mini food cornacopias

Other
- print at home activity books, maps, crafts, coloring pages
- "give thanks" printable placemat

I really hope this helps you.

[craft_media_hero]

You might want to consider Native American perspective on the historical account of Thanksgiving while presenting the material. Just something to think about.