Arthur finds his role as director of the Thanksgiving play a difficult one, especially since no one will agree to play the turkey.

Little, Brown and Company, 0-316-11232-1

Thanksgiving today is a time for families to say grace and gobble turkey. But why did the Pilgrims start this tradition? And who were these people anyway?

Now you can discover a wealth of cool and astonishing facts about the Pilgrims. Did you know that they made the long ocean journey in a cramped boat, or that the friendly Indians helped the Pilgrims survive the first winter? Would you have liked being a child in Plymouth? You wouldn't have gone to school. but just read about the chores you would have done!

Kenneth C. Davis delivers another outstanding picture book in the Don't Know Much About series. With his trademark question-and-answer format and S.D. Schindler's detailed artwork, you'll get an insider's view of the Pilgrims' life. It wasn't easy, but they helped make America what it is today. Now that is something to give thanks for!

HarperCollins, 0-06-028609-1

Squanto Friend of the Pilgrims
by Clyde Robert Bulla

Squanto tells everyone he meets, "I'm going on the great ship across the sea."

"I wish you would not go," his mother says. "It is just for a little while," says Squanto. "I will come back."

But before Squanto can return, many, many years go by - years full of adventure. And when Squanto does come back, his family is gone. His village has disappeared. Now people have come - the Pilgrims.

Scholastic, 0-590-44055-1

It's a time for giving thanks...when the Magic Tree house whisks Jack and Annie back to 1621 on the first Thanksgiving Day. The Pilgrims ask them to help get things ready. But whether it's cooking or clamming, Jack and Annie don't know how to do anything the Pilgrim way. Will they ruin the holiday forever? Or will the feast go on?

Random House, 0-375-80615-6

Fluffy (the guinea pig) has another great adventure!! Actually 3 adventures in one book, making for short, easy to read bedtime stories. Appropriately set at a 6-8 year old level with an intriguing plot in each. What new trouble can a small guinea pig get into?? Where will he turn up next? These questions can only be answered by reading the book,and read they will!

Scholastic, 0-590-7215-7

Lift the flaps and help Little Mouse and her family prepare for a special Thanksgiving feast.

HarperFestival, 0-694-00408-1

It's Thanksgiving time! Peppermint Patty invites the gang over for dinner at Charlie Brown's, even though all he can make is cold cereal and toast! With the help of Snoopy and Woodstock, Charlie Brown braves the kitchen - but can he make a meal everyone will be grateful for? Celebrate with the Peanuts gang as they give thanks in this special adaptation of the classic television special.

Little Simon, 0-689-85027-1

England, 1620. The Pilgrims are setting sail for far-off America. They are leaving behind friends and safe homes. They are afraid. What will they find in the new land? Will they survive? Their true story is full of surprises. Find out all about the Pilgrims' amazing adventures in this easy-to-read book.

Random House, 0-679-80218-5

"I wish we had a real turkey," Mrs. Moose tells her husband. "Everyone always has a turkey on Thanksgiving."

So Mr. Moose sets out to find her one. But when he and their friends spot Turkey and call to him, Turkey runs away. Why would he do that? The answer it revealed in a funny surprise ending to Eve Bunting's lighthearted story.

Clarion Books, 0-395-74212-9

The Pilgrims' first Thanksgiving lasted three whole days. Ann McGovern's simple text introduces children to the struggles of the Pilgrims during their first year at Plymouth Colony and the events leading to the historic occasion we celebrate today - Thanksgiving.

Scholastic, 0-590-46188-5