Looking for some ways to incorporate Thanksgiving into your homeschool?
Here's a round-up of some of my past writings on the subject:
Thanksgiving science! 10 fun links for kids
Find out what makes a turkey timer pop up, the difference between a yam and a sweet potato, how you can make bones rubbery...
Creative Thanksgiving activities in language arts
Journal entries from kids who might have been at the first Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving mad libs, fictional letters to the editor from turkeys, seeing how many words they can make out of "Thanksgiving Feast"...
Sign up for First Thanksgiving webcast and historic letters for your kids
Scholastic is offering a live video webcast about the first Thanksgiving this November, and participating schools and homeschools can also sign up to receive fictional letters from historical characters...
How should we teach children about Thanksgiving?
How should we teach Thanksgiving to children? How do we balance a need to teach them accurate history with a desire to celebrate all of the best parts of a sentimental holiday?
Tips, crafts and activities for thankful children
Since Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks, it's a perfect holiday to use to encourage thankfulness in children. Here are some crafts, ideas and activities to foster gratitude and appreciation in children...
Families in the Mankato area might also want to take Thanksgiving as a reminder to visist MSU's Standeford Observatory, which is open to the public on clear nights Monday through Thursday, Labor Day to Thanksgiving.
