Parent Guide > What Turkeys Eat for Thanksgiving

This week in class, we’re reading "What Turkeys Eat for Thanksgiving" by Leslie Dendy.

In "What Turkeys Eat for Thanksgiving," Leslie Dendy explains how wild turkeys are different from the turkeys on many Thanksgiving tables.

As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Human vs. Nature as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :

"How do we view nature?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "What Turkeys Eat for Thanksgiving" about?
  • What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'Thanksgiving food: What did the pilgrims eat?'
  • 'Fun Facts About Turkeys!'
  • 'Why do people eat turkey on Thanksgiving?'