Thanksgiving Food
88% of Americans eat this with their thanksgiving meal
turkey
True or False?
Only male turkeys gobble, while female turkeys cackle
True
Who is one person you have thanked today or one person you will thank?
friend, family, education, phone, apartment, etc.
Which State grows the most potatoes each year?
Idaho
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade takes place in this city every year.
New York City
What is gratitude?
being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and give kindness.
what is one of the Four A's of gratitude?
Awareness, appreciation, acceptance, action
In a tradition that is said to have started 2,400 years ago, which part of the turkey is saved and snapped as a good luck custom?
Wishbone
What sport is watched most on Thanksgiving?
Football
The tradition of watching football on Thanksgiving began in 1876 when the Intercollegiate Football Association hosted their championship game on the holiday.
Which word is a synonym of gratitude?
a) stubbornness b) gratefulness c) disapproval
gratefulness
Why is gratitude important?
Gratitude is important because it can transform our lives. It's not just about feeling happy in the moment, but creating a lasting positive impact on our mental and physical health. Practicing gratitude may improve our mood, enhance our relationships, or even lead to better physical health. It helps us focus on the positive, which can change how we experience life and interact with others.
This traditional Thanksgiving vegetable is grown on every continent except Antarctica.
Corn
The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in what year?
a) 1551 b) 1621 c) 1701
The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 and lasted three days.
What are 3 synonyms for Gratitude ?
What are Gratefulness, appreciation, thankfulness, praise, honor, or acknowledgment
What is one physical and one social benefit of practicing gratitude?
Physical:
Social:
In 1621, which of the following foods that we eat at Thanksgiving today did they NOT serve? a) Pumpkin Pie b) Yams c) Cranberry Sauce
a) Pumpkin Pie (there were no ovens!)
How much did the largest pumpkin pie ever baked weigh?
a) 330 lbs b) 1,998 lbs c) 3,699 lbs
The largest pumpkin pie ever baked weighed 3,699 pounds and was 20 feet in diameter
What are two ways to practice gratitude?
Practice mindfulness, Verbalize your gratitude, Reframe negative situations, Volunteer or help others
What are two psychological benefits of practicing gratitude? How does it make your body feel?