So now that you know the untold story of Thanksgiving, how in the world do you teach your children about it? 

Don’t worry one bit friend, I have 4 concrete things you can do to make sure you are being honest and inclusive this fall!

1. Tell the real story of Thanksgiving.
2. Share resources with your child’s teacher.
3. Celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
4. Research harvest festivals around the world.

 

Articles, Studies, & Podcasts Referenced in the Episode

First Name Basis Podcast, Season 1, Episode 13: “The Untold Story of Thanksgiving”

Harvest eBook and teacher resources by First Name Basis

American Indians in Children’s Literature blog

A list of books by and about Indigenous Peoples on the First Name Basis Bookshop

Song Credit: “Away” by Geographer and “Beach Disco” by Dougie Wood