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Book Synopsis: This young readers adaptation of the New York Times bestselling We Gather Together shares the true story of how Thanksgiving became a national holiday and the way gratitude is looked at in America.
Fiction: Thanksgiving is an American holiday that began when the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock and met the Indigenous tribes already living there. Fact: Thanksgiving celebrations existed before the United States of America and were celebrated in other countries as well.
Fiction: American Thanksgiving was always on the fourth Thursday in November. Fact: Thanksgiving’s day, date, and even its existence was at the discretion of the president and other leaders until the date was officially established by Congress and signed into law by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941.
Fiction: George Washington is the person who decided we should celebrate Thanksgiving as a nation at the same time each year. Fact: Sarah Josepha Hale, a magazine editor and author, petitioned five presidents until she convinced Abraham Lincoln to declare a national day of Thanksgiving in November of 1863, starting an annual tradition continuing to this day.
There is much fiction surrounding the creation of Thanksgiving in America. Denise Kiernan debunks myths, provides facts, and explains how and why Thanksgiving evolved in the United States the way it did—and what gratitude means to society.
This young readers adaptation of Kiernan’s We Gather Together should be required reading in every school in America today.
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Discover the untold story behind Thanksgiving with the captivating young readers edition of We Gather Together. Uncover the truth about this iconic American holiday that goes beyond the Pilgrims and Native Americans. This New York Times bestselling book will take your young reader on a journey through history, exploring the origins and evolution of Thanksgiving unlike any other.
Don't be fooled by the myths surrounding Thanksgiving! Separate fact from fiction with We Gather Together. Learn how Thanksgiving celebrations predate the United States, transcending borders and cultures. This eye-opening book reveals the international aspect of this cherished holiday, shedding light on its significance worldwide.
Did you know that the timing of Thanksgiving was once subject to the discretion of the president and other leaders? Delve into the fascinating details with We Gather Together. Experience the pivotal moment when Thanksgiving's day and date were officially established by Congress and signed into law by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941. The historical truth will leave you astounded!
Contrary to popular belief, it wasn't George Washington who established Thanksgiving as a national tradition. Uncover the real hero behind this American holiday with We Gather Together. Learn how Sarah Josepha Hale, an influential magazine editor and author, tirelessly petitioned five presidents until she convinced Abraham Lincoln to declare a national day of Thanksgiving in November of 1863. Her unwavering determination shaped a cherished tradition that endures today.
Experience the power of knowledge and understanding with this essential young readers adaptation of We Gather Together. Denise Kiernan debunks myths, provides facts, and takes young minds on a captivating journey through the history of Thanksgiving. This book is a must-read for every school in America, helping children gain a deeper appreciation for this national holiday and what gratitude means to society.
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