The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving by Ann McGovern

The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving

Ann McGovern

Scholastic Inc. · Paperback · October 1, 1993

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Who it’s for
A simple introduction to the Pilgrims’ struggles at Plymouth and the Thanksgiving that followed.
Themes
Pilgrim struggles at Plymouth Colony, The first Thanksgiving
Genres
Thanksgiving, Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.

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About this book

The Pilgrims' first Thanksgiving lasted three whole days. Ann McGovern's simple text introduces children to the struggles of the Pilgrims during their first year at Plymouth Colony and the events leading to the historic occasion we celebrate today - THANKSGIVING.

A Holiday’s Beginnings

A simple introduction to the Pilgrims’ struggles at Plymouth and the Thanksgiving that followed.

Come here for

  • A child-friendly doorway into early American history
  • The curious detail of a Thanksgiving lasting three days

Expect

  • Simple text for young readers
  • A focus on the Pilgrims’ first year at Plymouth Colony

Where it sits

Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.93%
Thanksgiving88%

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Publisher categories

  • Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.
Authors
Ann McGovern
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
October 1, 1993
Format
Paperback
Theme
Pilgrim struggles at Plymouth Colony · The first Thanksgiving
Reading lane
Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.