Thanksgiving on Thursday

    Thanksgiving on Thursday

    by Mary Pope Osborne

    Ages 6-102002
    Early Reader

    Part of the Magic Tree House series, this adventure follows siblings Jack and Annie as they travel back in time to the first Thanksgiving in 1621. The story explores early American history and the relationship between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people, though with a simplified perspective typical of early chapter books. The book emphasizes themes of gratitude, cultural exchange, and historical curiosity while providing an accessible introduction to this period in American history.

    2002Published
    Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Educational, Science Fiction

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Moderate
    Social or Historical Topics
    Moderate
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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