About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is curious about the origins of Thanksgiving or when you want to discuss how families find courage during big life transitions. This Caldecott Honor classic moves beyond the simple feast to explore the arduous journey of the Hopkins family as they cross the ocean and build a new life from scratch. It is a story of resilience that highlights how fear can be transformed into hope through community and hard work. While the text is accessible for elementary readers, it does not shy away from the historical realities of sickness and the harsh winter. It serves as an excellent bridge for parents who want to move away from cartoonish holiday tropes toward a more grounded, historical perspective. This book is ideal for fostering a sense of gratitude and discussing what it means to be a neighbor in a new land.
