Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday in North America to give thanks to God for the blessings of a bountiful harvest. Thanksgiving Day in the United States is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.

In 1620, the Mayflower, a ship full of Puritans, arrived in America. That winter, many died of hunger and disease. With the help of the Indians, the settlers learned to hunt, plant corn and pumpkins, and harvest the following year. On the day of the harvest, the European settlers invited the Indians to join them in thanking God for their gifts.
Today's Thanksgiving Food

Turkey is a traditional Thanksgiving main course, and is usually served with gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, sweet corn, and a variety of vegetables. In addition, pumpkin pie is often served as a side dish.