Table of Contents
Introduction …………………….………………………………………………… 5
Chapter 1 - Why We Celebrate Thanksgiving …………………………………… 7
Chapter 2 - Thanksgiving Symbolism ……………………..…………………… 17
The Turkey ……………………………………….…………………………. 17
Cornucopia …………………………………….…………………………… 17
Corn ………………………………………….………………………………. 18
Pumpkins …………………………………….……………………………… 19
Cranberries ………………………………….……………………………… 19
Chapter 3 - Let’s Start Crafting! ………………………………………………… 21
Chapter 4 - Pilgrim and Indian Crafts …………….…………………………… 23
Pilgrim Hats for Boys ………………………….…………………………… 24
Pilgrim Hats for Girls ………………………….…………………………... 27
Indian Headbands ……………………………….………………………… 29
Other Pilgrim and Indian Crafts ………………..………………………… 29
Totem Pole ………………………………………..………………………… 30
Paper Canoes ………………………………………..……………………… 31
Pilgrim Dolls ………………………………………………………………… 32
Paper Plate Pilgrim ………………………………………………………… 36
Hand Print Pilgrims & Indians …………………………………………… 38
Chapter 5 - Turkey Crafts ………………………………………………………… 39
Handprint Turkey …………………………..……………………………… 39
Thankful Turkey ……………………………….…………………………… 41
Stained Glass Turkey …………………………..…………………………… 42
Pine Cone Turkey #1 …………………………….………………………… 44
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Pine Cone Turkey #2 …………………………….………………………… 45
Pine Cone Turkey #3 …………………………….………………………… 45
Pine Cone Turkey #4 …………………………….………………………… 47
Stuffed Turkey ……………………………………………………………… 49
Turkey Table Topper ………………………………….…………………… 50
Chapter 6 - More Thanksgiving Crafts ……………….………………………… 53
Thankful Wreath ……………………………………….…………………… 53
Thankful Centerpiece ……………………………………………………… 54
Thankful Tree ………………………………….…………………………… 55
Thanksgiving Card #1 ……………………………………………………… 55
Thanksgiving Card #2 ……………………………………………………… 56
Turkey Pumpkin ………………………………….………………………… 58
Another Turkey Pumpkin ……………………….………………………… 58
The Thanksgiving Story ………………………….………………………… 59
Thanksgiving Placemats and Place Cards ………..……………………… 60
Conclusion ………………………………………………………………………… 61
Recommended Resources ……………………..……………………………… 63
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Introduction
We have all been taught the story of the first Thanksgiving.
The Pilgrims came
over on the Mayflower to find freedom from religious persecution.
They were
met by the Indians (Native Americans) who were less than thrilled to see the
newcomers invading their land. After much negotiation and some give and take,
they finally came to an agreement to share the land.
After they came to an understanding, they wanted to commemorate the occasion
by thanking God for their good fortune, so they decided to have a feast with foods
that both the Indians and the Pilgrims considered native to their culture.
There
was corn, turkey, chicken, and a variety of vegetables.
Well, at least that is the story we all know. Of course, historians say that the real
first Thanksgiving was much different than what we have been taught.
However,
despite this, the Thanksgiving holiday has been celebrated for years as a holiday
where we take the time to remember our blessings, gather with family, and eat –
a lot!
The true story of Thanksgiving isn’t as important as why we celebrate this
holiday. Over the years, it has become a special time of the year for many
cultures. We usually decorate our homes for the holiday, and Thanksgiving is no
different a time.
That is why Thanksgiving crafts are very popular not only in our schools, but for
many creative people who like to make hand made decorations for the home.
Children especially love to make Thanksgiving crafts because it gives them the
chance to practice new skills and end up with a fun decoration they can be proud
of making themselves.
Most children’s Thanksgiving crafts will require some adult supervision, although there are crafts that can be made with a minimum of
adult involvement.
In fact, there are lots of Thanksgiving crafts that can be created by children of
almost any age. As long as they can use a pair of scissors, use a glue stick or a
bottle of glue, and wield a paintbrush, they can create fun Thanksgiving crafts
that can make your home look festive for the occasion.
Because there are so many ways you can involve children in Thanksgiving
decorating, this book is intended to give you a plethora of ideas that can help you
get started.
You can, of course, use your imagination, but why do that when we
can get you well on your way towards making fun and cute Thanksgiving
decorations that are easy to make and that will give you the opportunity to spend
some quality time with your child.
Let’s start with a brief history of Thanksgiving to give you an idea of how best to
commemorate the holiday. We all know the typical symbols of the holiday, but it
can be just as important to understand how we came to associate these symbols
with Thanksgiving.
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