This Is the Feast
On Sale: 08/26/2008
This Is the Feast
On Sale: 08/26/2008
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About the Book
This is Thanksgiving, a time to remember the friendships and freedoms we all share together.
When the Pilgrims embarked on their legendary Mayflower voyage in 1620, they couldn't predict what lay ahead of them. In search of religious freedom and a new life, the settlers faced hardships including harsh storms, illness, and unfamiliar terrain. Thanks to their natural perseverance and the help of their neighbor Indians, the Pilgrims survived their first year. And when the harvest the next fall was plentiful, the Pilgrims and the Indians joined together in a three-day celebration, the first Thanksgiving.
Diane Z. Shore's lyrical, rhythmic verse and Megan Lloyd's lively, joyful illustrations bring the Pilgrims' harrowing experience to life and demonstrate the strong bonds for which we give thanks every year.
Critical Praise
“A soaring tribute.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A poetic mosaic.” — Black Issues Book Review
“A valuable addition to children’s literature.” — School Library Journal
“With the bouncy rhyme and sun-filled illustrations, this offers an idyllic view of the happy holiday, fun for sharing with preschoolers before the holiday.” — ALA Booklist
“Lloyd’s primitive–inspired paintings effectively complement both verse and tale.” — Kirkus Reviews
-Product Details
- ISBN: 9780066237947
- ISBN 10: 0066237947
- Imprint: HarperCollins
- On Sale: 08/26/2008
- Pages: 32
- List Price:21.00 CAD
- Ages: 4 to 8
- BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / People & Places / United States / General
- BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / Historical / United States / Colonial & Revolutionary Periods
- BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Thanksgiving