"Thanksgiving Then and Now" by Jessica Gunderson explores the evolution of the Thanksgiving holiday. Through a blend of historical and contemporary perspectives, the story contrasts traditional Thanksgiving celebrations, including the early Pilgrim feast, with modern-day practices. Young readers discover how families have adapted their celebrations over time, highlighting themes of gratitude, togetherness, and cultural diversity. The book encourages appreciation for both past and present customs, illustrating how Thanksgiving can be celebrated in various ways while underscoring the importance of community and thankfulness in our lives today. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Thanksgiving .

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-2nd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Picture Window Books .

Jessica Gunderson grew up in the small town of Washburn, North Dakota. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of North Dakota and an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has written more than fifty books for young readers. Her book Ropes of Revolution won the 2008 Moonbeam Award for best graphic novel. She currently lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and cat.