This book introduces the holiday of Thanksgiving, its origins, and explains how the turkey came to be a symbol of the day. Kids love holidays--and they'll love reading about well-known symbols we associate with these famous days. Our Holiday Symbols series answers basic questions about some favorite holiday icons, including how they became linked to their special days. Each volume also includes information about the holiday itself. A glossary and further sources of information invite kids to follow up on their own

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