時常懷有一顆感恩的心,會覺得一切糟糕的'事情並不如看起來那麼糟糕。懷有感恩之心的人格外的有人緣;懷有感恩之心的人格外幸福。
【Ready? Set the Table!】
To prepare for the holiday, it's always fun to get the kids involved in menus and food preparation. Setting the table or creating centerpieces are fun ways for kids to get involved and help out. Instead of table linens at the children's table, tape a sheet of brown butcher paper or a roll of white paper to the table and set the table over it. Set out cups of crayons, chalk, markers, or stickers and encourage guests to decorate their own place settings. This can be a hit at the grownups' table, too!
Thanksgiving Poems and Performances
Children enjoy writing and performing puppet shows or Thanksgiving plays, and it's a great way to extend the holiday by talking about the themes and leading up to the big day. Memorizing and reciting poems is fun for the second grade and up, and songs are fun for kids of any age.
Tell the story of Thanksgiving through a book such as Thanksgiving Day, by the mother/daughter team of Anne and Lizzy Rockwell (1999, Harper Collins) In the story, the children put on a class play to reenact the first Thanksgiving meal shared by the Wampanoag people and the Pilgrims. It serves as a great jumping off point for discussions, crafts, games and even performances related to the holiday. During a lull in the eating and serving, children can get together and make up a poem or story, then recite it for the adults when they finish. Parents can present kids with "story starters" – pieces of paper with a word or phrase on each one – to set a theme, tone or idea to get the group started.
【Dinner Games】
Some families use the theme of the holiday as a way to encourage the family to share things for which they are thankful. Going around the table and having each guest state one thing they are thankful for can often lead to multiple rounds of expressions of thanks.
This can also be turned into a game where each person writes what they are thankful for on a piece of paper, then put it in a hat. As each one is read aloud, everyone can guess who wrote it. Parents can also give thanks and bless their children at the Thanksgiving table. Placing their hands on each child's head, they can silently or aloud state something they appreciate about their child and add a blessing or wish for the child for the coming year.
For even more great ideas, check out our Thanksgiving crafts and printables as well as this list of great Thanksgiving books for kids of all ages to find more inspiration on celebrating this wonderful holiday with your family.
【感恩節美食：12款超級美味的南瓜派】
1. Traditional Pumpkin Pie
This classic holiday dessert is one of the most popular, and loved, recipes from Better Homes and Gardens.
2. Pumpkin Hazelnut Pie
Hazelnuts, long beloved in Europe, are now widely available in grocery stores across the U.S. already out of the shell, peeled, and chopped.
3. Pumpkin Pecan Pie
Pecans add a nice crunch to the topping of this pumpkin pie.
4. Pumpkin Chiffon Pie
This feather-light version with a gingersnap crust is a nice change from the more traditional pumpkin pie.
5. Born-Again Pumpkin Pie
Try this lighter, but delicious, version of a traditional pie.
6. Pumpkin Frangelico Pie with Mascarpone
Rich Mascarpone cheese, Frangelico liqueur, and a sweet hazelnut crust make this pumpkin pie recipe extra special.
7. Best Pumpkin Pie
This classic pie is just like the one grandma used to make. For a fresh spin, top it with our simple-to-make cranberry, pecan, and caramel sauce.
8. Brandied Pumpkin Pie
We've added a little brandy for a tasty variation on classic pumpkin pie.
9. Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie
The mascarpone cheese mixture is a little heavier than the pumpkin mixture and needs to be coaxed with a spatula or knife to swirl through the filling. Have fun creating your own unique pattern.
10. Pecan-Topped Pumpkin Pie
A mixture of chopped pecans, hazelnuts, and walnuts adds crunchy goodness to every bite of this creamy pumpkin pie recipe.
11. Pumpkin-Gingersnap Pie
Vanilla pudding mix is combined with canned pumpkin and crushed gingersnaps for an easy holiday dessert.
12. Toffee Pumpkin Pie
So simple, yet so impressive, a sprinkling of crunchy toffee-candy makes an interesting topping that perfectly complements the creamy pumpkin filling.
