Thanksgiving Together: A Four Lesson Charlotte Mason Family Study

Thanksgiving Together Family Study: A Charlotte Mason-Inspired Journey for the Whole Family

Simplicity. Thankfulness. Joy.

Thanksgiving Together is a beautiful, Charlotte Mason-inspired curriculum that brings the historical Thanksgiving story to life in a way that engages the whole family. Designed as a four-lesson series leading up to Thanksgiving, this study offers an opportunity to connect, reflect, and deepen your family’s gratitude and thankfulness during this season.

Through Scripture, poetry, picture study, and hands-on projects, your family will explore the themes of gratitude, thankfulness, praise, and love. Each lesson invites children and adults alike to reflect on Scripture, poetry, and prayer, also while reading engaging read aloud stories about the Pilgrims’ voyage through The Thanksgiving Story and the classic An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving by Louisa May Alcott. The curriculum includes suggested narration exercises to foster comprehension and expression, along with a rich selection of picture books to captivate your readers.

This study isn’t just about history; it’s about creating lasting family memories. By baking traditional recipes, working on creative projects, and exploring the geography of the Pilgrims’ journey, your family will step into the story of Thanksgiving together. The Thanksgiving Together Family Study invites you to reflect on the true meaning of gratitude and to grow together through learning, storytelling, and shared experiences.

Thanksgiving Together is a perfect choice for families who want to cultivate meaningful traditions while learning together. Its Charlotte Mason-inspired approach encourages thoughtful connection to the Thanksgiving story through engaging activities and rich literature. By focusing on themes like gratitude and thankfulness, this study offers more than just history lessons—it fosters family bonds through fine arts exposure and appreciation while creating an atmosphere of thankfulness that will last well beyond the holiday season. Whether you’re singing hymns, memorizing Scripture, reading picture books, baking together, or discussing the Pilgrims’ journey, this curriculum helps your family make Thanksgiving truly memorable.

Thanksgiving Together includes four complete lessons, with each lesson including:

• Lesson contents
• Four day lesson grid (suggested weekly sequence)
• Bible reading
• Printable Scripture poster
• Hymn
• Printable hymn poster
• Hymn Music
• Picture to study
• Poem
• Prayer
• Art Project
• Nature Craft
• Recipe

Consumable pages include:

• Copywork for four ability levels (Bible or poetry)
• Coloring page loosely based on copywork
• Chapter book narration prompt page
• History book narration prompt page
• Geography page
• Coloring page based off of history

You can grab the first complete lesson to see if Thanksgiving Together is right for you and your family here.

Creating Thanksgiving Together has been a joy, as it reflects the traditions and values that our own family treasures. Every year, we love to slow down in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, setting aside time to read beautiful picture books, reflect on Scripture, and engage with history in a hands-on, meaningful way. This study helps us immerse ourselves in the spirit of gratitude by exposure to fine arts and exploring the Pilgrims’ journey; this helps us to practice thankfulness in our everyday lives. We bake traditional treats, work on creative projects, and share stories around the table, bringing the history of Thanksgiving to life. Using this Charlotte Mason-inspired approach has allowed our family to truly connect with each other and with the holiday, turning these moments into memories that we cherish year after year.

You can grab the first lesson for free above or, if you’re ready to see more, go here to the Grace in Homeschool shop to grab it now!