Cover of Squanto and the first Thanksgiving

Squanto and the first Thanksgiving

by Joyce K. Kessel

On My Own Holidays

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring story of Squanto, a Native American who helped the Pilgrims learn how to grow food and live through a tough winter. His kindness and knowledge brought new hope to both his people and the settlers. Celebrate the beginnings of friendship and Thanksgiving together!

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalHistoricalFriendshipFamily

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0876141998
Pages
47
Publisher
Carolrhoda Books
Published
1983
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,371

Genres

Indians of North America

Subjects

Squanto -- Juvenile literature.Squanto.Thanksgiving Day -- Juvenile literature.Wampanoag Indians -- Biography.Indians of North America -- Massachusetts -- Biography.Pilgrims (New Plymouth Colony)Thanksgiving Day.