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Charity preparing hundreds of Thanksgiving dinners amid affordability crisis
Toronto's Scott Mission is getting ready to serve hundreds of Thanksgiving dinners. A spokesperson for the charity says it's experiencing increased demand and receiving fewer donations as many Canadians struggle to make ends meet.
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History of the First Thanksgiving
Travel back to 1621 and learn the story of the First Thanksgiving! After a hard winter, the Pilgrims at Plymouth and the Wampanoag people came together to share a harvest feast. We’ll explore how the Pilgrims survived with the help of...
Great Big Story
A plant-based twist on Thanksgiving, the Tofurky feast
Explore the rise of Tofurky as a delicious, plant-based alternative that’s changing Thanksgiving traditions.
Makematic
New England Colonies
What was life like in the New England Colonies? Explore the transformation of New England from a harsh Pilgrim settlement to a revolutionary hotbed, encompassing conflict, cooperation and the quest for freedom.
Makematic
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of the most well-known American holidays. But how did it come about? And how is it perceived by different communities today?
Great Big Story
Thanksgiving in space, a cosmic feast
Journey through a unique Thanksgiving celebration in space, detailing the experiences of astronauts sharing traditional meals in orbit.
Curated Video
25 Thanksgiving Signs in ASL | Sign Language for Beginners
You’re going to gobble up these 25 Thanksgiving Day Signs! Join me as I teach you and Kate these 25 holiday signs in ASL. Be sure to stick around to the end and I’ll teach you a few sentences as well in American Sign Language. Happy...
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History of Thanksgiving For Kids
Learn about the history of Thanksgiving, from the first Thanksgiving at Plymouth to the establishment of a national holiday thanks to Sarah Josepha Hale.
Wonderscape
Debunking Myths: Columbus, Leif Erikson, and the First Thanksgiving
Explore the true stories behind Christopher Columbus, Leif Erikson, and the first Thanksgiving. Learn why Columbus didn’t actually discover America, how Leif Erikson reached North America 500 years earlier, and the realities of the...
Great Big Story
The quirky origins of sweet potato casserole
Explore how sweet potatoes paired with marshmallows became a Thanksgiving classic, tracing its roots from ancient Egypt to modern tables.
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The Truth Behind the Legend of Pocahontas
Tai Leclaire explores the deep-rooted connection between the myth of Pocahontas and the ongoing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit (MMIWG2S) crisis. A People's History of Native America episode 1
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The Plymouth Colony and Colonial Life in the 1600s
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Plymouth Colony and how difficult life must have been for the early settlers like the Pilgrims and the Puritans.
Great Big Story
We Try the Best Pie in New York City
Discover the magic of Thanksgiving at Petey's Pie Company in Brooklyn, where thousands of pies are baked with love. Join Petra Paredez, the owner, on a journey through the bustling and delicious world of pie-making.
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Why turkey is hard to cook
Here's why cooking a turkey is so hard - and how brining can help.
The Kiboomers
Thanksgiving Turkey Song - The Kiboomers Preschool Songs for Circle Time - Learn Colors
Let's sing the rainbow colors with this super fun Turkey song for Thanksgiving. It's called Turkey Wore Rainbow Feathers. This is a great song to play during any circle time activity at home or in the classroom. Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy.
The Kiboomers
Thanksgiving Floor is Lava - The Kiboomers Preschool Songs - Brain Break Freeze Dance
Sing along and learn with The Kiboomers! The Thanksgiving Floor is Lava freeze song is a fun dance game for kids to play at a holiday dance party at home or in the classroom! Our preschool movement songs are also a great way to get your...
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First Pets of the White House
A succession of presidents and their families have kept animals at the White House, some more unusual than others, including sheep, a raccoon, a snake, and of course, cats and dogs.
Learn German with Herr Antrim
Thanksgiving: Alles, was man wissen muss
In this video I explain the origins of the American Thanksgiving festival, when we celebrate Thanksgiving and what we do nowadays on Thanksgiving Day. I also explain what Thanksgiving has to do with Black Friday.
Señor Jordan
Learn Spanish with a Joke - (#68)
¡Feliz viernes! A ver si les gusta este chiste. ~~~~~~~~~~~ Happy Friday! Let's see if you like this joke.
One Minute History
123 Thanksgiving - One Minute History
1621 - Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag natives share an autumn harvest feast; this is believed to be the first Thanksgiving in the colonies. Despite objections, George Washington issues a thanksgiving proclamation to celebrate American...
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Thank You in Spanish | Kids Learn Spanish | Habla Pamela ¡Gracias!
Say thank you in Spanish and learn Spanish words for being thankful. Pamela talks about Thanksgiving in Spanish and being grateful.
Neuro Transmissions
Why gratitude is good for you (seriously)
Gratitude may sound like a woo-woo concept, but science shows it might be a key to happiness. Gratitude is not just for the good times. I know it’s hard to feel grateful in 2020, but now is when we need it most. Believe it or not,...
Neuro Transmissions
How to cope with your awful family at the holidays
The holidays are supposed to be the best time of the year. But let’s face it, family can be stressful. They don’t just know how to push your buttons, they installed them there in the first place! But that doesn’t mean your family...
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The Case of the Missing Turkey (Reading Strategy: Summary)
A detective helps Farmer Taylor find her missing turkey. Students will write a summary of the mystery.