History of Thanksgiving Videos and Activities
Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. Watch these videos to learn about the holiday's history and traditions.
History of Thanksgiving Day
Appropriate Grades: K-5
Elementary students will review the history of Thanksgiving and learn how it became a national holiday.
Source: Studies Weekly on youtube.com
Length: 5 minutes 22 seconds
Extension Activities
A Brief History of Thanksgiving
Appropriate Grades: 6-8
Give middle school students a brief look at the history and traditions of Thanksgiving.
Source: GeoBeats on youtube.com
Length: 45 seconds
Extension Activities
History of the Holidays: History of Thanksgiving
Appropriate Grades: 9-12
High school students will learn about the history of Thanksgiving celebrations and the eventual declaration of Thanksgiving as a national holiday.
Source: History Channel on youtube.com
Length: 3 minutes 25 seconds
Extension Activities
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