Describes the first Thanksgiving the Pilgrims celebrated in the New World, what they ate, their treaty with the Wampanoag, and when it became a national holiday.
Presents color-illustrated answers to nearly fifty questions about the first Thanksgiving, from "Why did the Pilgrims come to America?" to "Who had to clean the dishes?".
Presents an introduction to the first Thanksgiving, providing information on the Pilgrim colony of Plymouth in 1620 and explaining how the Pilgrims interacted with the Wampanaog Indians.
Describes the settlement of Plymouth colony and the Pilgrims' first thanksgiving, relates the history of the custom of harvest celebrations, and notes the observation of Thanksgiving today.
Describes the history, customs, and symbols of Thanksgiving, explains how it is usually celebrated, and provides a list of resources for further information.