The Children's Book of Thanksgiving Stories by Asa Don Dickinson

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The Children’s Book of Thanksgiving Stories by Asa Don Dickinson is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology celebrates the themes and traditions associated with Thanksgiving, featuring a variety of tales that reflect the holiday’s spirit, history, and the sharing of gratitude. Each story is curated to appeal to children and is accompanied by notes to assist selection for readings. At the start of the book, the editor introduces the purpose and inspiration behind the collection, drawing on the success of a previous anthology about Christmas stories. The opening story, The Kingdom of the Greedy, presents a whimsical fairy tale about a king whose subjects are obsessed with pastries, leading to humorous situations around their unhealthy cravings. As the tale unfolds, the king seeks to remedy their gluttonous ways, showcasing a playful narrative that warmly prepares readers for the festive and heartwarming stories that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)