Price: 500 points or $5 USD
Subjects: speech,thanksgivingUS,cognitionProblemSolving,pragmatics,ela,firstDayOfAutumn,socialAspectsOfCommunication
Grades: 1,2,3,4
Description: Children will be captivated by a draggable flying saucer as they search through the Thanksgiving picture scenes using a UFO beam of light. Help the aliens understand the true meaning of Thanksgiving while using themed vocabulary related to Farming, Harvest, Fall, and Thanksgiving to target inferencing, problem-solving, and making predictions. This deck is also perfect for targeting WHY and HOW questions, making it a versatile tool for speech therapy sessions: 1 engaging story about 3 aliens visiting Earth 5 Thanksgiving picture scenes 32 inferencing questions Thanksgiving is rich with traditions, history, and various cultural inferences. Here are some key points that often come up when discussing Thanksgiving: -Thanksgiving is rooted in early 17th-century harvest celebrations shared between English Pilgrims and Native Americans, particularly the Wampanoag tribe. It symbolizes cooperation and gratitude, though it is essential to recognize the complex history and relationships between Native peoples and European settlers. -Today, Thanksgiving is often viewed as a time for families to gather, reflect on their blessings, and enjoy a meal together. It emphasizes themes of gratitude and togetherness, and many people also take this opportunity to volunteer or help those in need. -Common symbols associated with Thanksgiving include the turkey, cornucopia, and pumpkin pie.