Thanksgiving in the Woods
Written by Phyllis Alsdurf
Illustrated by Jenny Lovelie
Published by Sparkhouse Family
on October 17, 2017
Genre: Children's, Picture Books, Holiday
Length: 40 pages
Ages: 4 - 8 years
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Synopsis:
Thanksgiving in the Woods is based on the true story of a family in Upstate New York who has hosted an outdoor Thanksgiving feast in the woods on their farm for over twenty years.
My Thoughts:
Thanksgiving in the Woods is a beautifully illustrated picture book about a real family in upstate New York that hosts a big outdoor dinner in the woods for family, friends, and locals every year.
Told from a child's point-of-view, we see what goes into the setup and execution of 'Thanksgiving in the Woods' for this family, from stacking hay bales for chairs and wooden planks for tables, to bonfires, and even fun forts. There are marshmallows and music, food and fun, and a sense of unity and community.
Thanksgiving can look different for so many people and I tend to see a focus on turkeys and Pilgrims in picture books so it was refreshing to find one more focused on family and togetherness. Bonus points for being set in nature!
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