In My Classroom
When I teach Thanksgiving in my classroom, I find so much joy in emphasizing the importance of gratitude during the weeks surrounding the holiday. I help my students write Thanksgiving acrostic poems to their parents, expressing specific things for which they are most thankful. I've also implemented charity drives that help the needy in our community whether through collecting cans or other creative means. Additionally, it's important to me to offer some insight and instruction on Pilgrims and the heritage of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Quick Thanksgiving Tools
- Thanksgiving Journal Writing Prompts
- Thanksgiving Acrostic Poem Lesson Plan
- Thanksgiving Vocabulary Word List
Puzzles and Ready-to-Print Activities
- Thanksgiving Fun
- Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzle
- Pumpkins Trivia Quiz
- Another Thanksgiving Crosswork Puzzle (short and sweet)
Thanksgiving Poems
Historical Background for K-6 Students
- History of the Mayflower
- All About the First Thanksgiving
- Turkey Trivia
- Virtual Tour of Plymouth Plantation
