History
Who were the Puritans?
This religious group sailed across the Atlantic in 1620 to settle in the New World.
Who is an older relative?
On Thanksgiving, families usually gather at the home of this type of relative.
What is turkey?
This bird remains the most traditional Thanksgiving dish.
Who were the Iroquois?
This Native American group taught the colonists how to grow corn.
What are charitable organizations?
These organizations provide traditional meals to the homeless on Thanksgiving Day.
What is pumpkin?
This sweet, orange vegetable was part of the first Thanksgiving and is still traditional today.
What is 1621?
This year’s autumn harvest of corn, barley, beans, and pumpkins led to the first Thanksgiving feast.
What is Thanksgiving dinner?
This activity brings family anf friends together to share gratitude and enjoy a traditional meal on Thanksgiving.
What is cranberry (or cranberry sauce/jelly)?
A red berry cooked by colonists after learning from the Indians; now a traditional side dish.
Who was Abraham Lincoln?
He suggested the last Thursday in November as the national Thanksgiving Day after the Civil War.
What is the fourth Thursday of November?
This day is when Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States.
What is pumpkin pie?
This dessert made from an orange vegetable is a famous Thanksgiving tradition.