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The Myths of the Thanksgiving Story and the Lasting Damage They Imbue
In truth, massacres, disease and American Indian tribal politics are what shaped the Pilgrim-Indian alliance at the root of the holiday
The Thanksgiving Tale Is a Harmful Lie. As a Native American, I’ve Found a Better Way to Celebrate
Congress Establishes Thanksgiving
On September 28, 1789, just before leaving for recess, the first Federal Congress passed a resolution asking that the President of the United States recommend to the nation a day of thanksgiving. A few days later, President George Washington issued a proclamation naming Thursday, November 26, 1789 as a "Day of Publick Thanksgivin" - the first time Thanksgiving was celebrated under the new Constitution. Subsequent presidents issued Thanksgiving Proclamations, but the dates and even months of the celebrations varied.
You Are The Historian
Plimoth Patuxet offers powerful personal encounters with history built on thorough research about the Wampanoag People and the Colonial English community…
Thanksgiving Mini Lesson Power Point
The Great Thanksgiving Listen: For Educators
Celebration, Conflict and Contemplation: Digital Thanksgiving Activities and Lesson Plans for Students
Investigating the First Thanksgiving Lesson.pdf
Thanksgiving Activities
7 Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Elementary Students
5 Engaging Thanksgiving Activities for the Week Before Break
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Investigating the First Thanksgiving Lesson.pdf
Investigating the First Thanksgiving Lesson.pdf