Squanto's Journey: The Story of the First Thanksgiving

The first Thanksgiving celebration would not have been possible without one man-Squanto.

In 1620 an English ship called the Mayflower landed on the shores inhabited by the Pokanoket people, and it was Squanto who welcomed the newcomers and taught them how to survive in the rugged land they called Plymouth. He showed them how to plant corn, beans, and squash, and how to hunt and fish. And when a good harvest was gathered in the fall, the two peoples feasted together in the spirit of peace and brotherhood.

Almost four hundred years later, the tradition continues....

About the Authors:

Joseph Bruchac is a preeminent Native American writer. Author, poet, storyteller, and publisher, he has received many literary honors, including the American Book Award and the PEN Syndicated Fiction Award. Of Abenaki and Slovak heritage, he lives in Greenfield Center, New York.

Greg Shed has illustrated several acclaimed picture books, including The Language of Doves. He lives in San Diego, California.