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Thanksgiving Interview Thanksgiving is often a time to see family members outside your immediate family. It is a good time to help your children learn about their family and its history. Make a list of questions to ask people. Use the following to get you started.
When you were my age …
Make Family Talk Fun! The Pilgrims talked a little di erently than we do today. Here are a few examples of Pilgrim words, greetings, and phrases that were used back then. Practice them and use them when the family connects for Thanksgiving!
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What did you eat on Thanksgiving?
What chores did you do?
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What were you thankful for?
How did you get spending money?
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Did you have a pet?
What did you like to spend it on?
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What were your hobbies?
What was your favorite story your grandparents told you?
What We Say
What Pilgrims Said
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Did you watch television? What was your favorite show?
“Hi, how are you?”
“Good morrow!” “How now?” “How do you fare?” “What cheer?”
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How did you celebrate Thanksgiving?
EDITOR’S PICK by Vicki Whiting, Kid Scoop News Kid Scoop’s Super Silly Jokes for Kids
“Excuse me.”
“Pray pardon me.”
“Congratulations!”
“Huzzah!”
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“Goodbye!”
“Fare thee well!” “Pray remember me.”
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As Daylight Saving Time ends and the holidays approach, it’s a great time to check to make sure your home’s smoke detectors are in good working order. Make sure your kids know what to do in case of a re in your home. Review your family’s emergency escape plan and where you will gather to know everyone is safe.
© Vicki Whiting November 2025
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