This lesson explores the history and traditions of Thanksgiving Day & connects the holidays with your curriculum standards. The activities are engaging for students & the guided, 5-E format is easy for you to use! Begin with a fun “Fact or Fiction?” warm-up testing their knowledge about Thanksgiving. Next, “A Little History” reviews the origins of the holiday. Fill-in notes accompany the lesson. The “My 5 W’s of Thanksgiving” activity lets students share their own customs and traditions.