Mr. and Mrs. Moose invite all their animal friends for Thanksgiving dinner and the only one missing is Turkey. When they set out to find him, Turke...
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Nov 21, 2008
Kathryn
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***SPOILER***
Cute little story (the picture on the cover was a bit scary, I thought--but the ones in the book are a bit more gentle) about a moose who must get a "turkey for Thanksgiving dinner" for his wife. Of course, the turkey is to be a GUEST at the vegetarian feast but he (and perhaps young readers) do not know that until the end. So, depending on the age and sensitivity of your readers, it might be a bit disturbing for them to read and think poor turkey is being hunted ( More...
Cute little story (the picture on the cover was a bit scary, I thought--but the ones in the book are a bit more gentle) about a moose who must get a "turkey for Thanksgiving dinner" for his wife. Of course, the turkey is to be a GUEST at the vegetarian feast but he (and perhaps young readers) do not know that until the end. So, depending on the age and sensitivity of your readers, it might be a bit disturbing for them to read and think poor turkey is being hunted ( More...
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Nov 04, 2011
Sarah
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The book A Turkey for Thanksgiving is a great nonfiction book written by Eve Bunting about Mr. and Mrs. Moose who invite all their animal friends over for Thanksgiving dinner and the only one missing is Turkey. When they set out to find him, Turkey is quaking with fear because he doesn't realize that his hosts want him at their table, not on it. This was an adorable book and I think it is most appropriate for ages 5 and up. I think a lot of children will like this book. It’s cute, kind of fun
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Dec 01, 2008
K-4
This book is super fun. Two moose (husband and wife) are preparing their table for Thanksgiving dinner. They have all places ready for all the animals to join them, a rabbit, goat, sheep, etc. expect for one animal, a turkey. The wife moose is extremly sad a turkey will not be there, so her husband sets off to find one. Along the way,he picks up all the animals that are going to join them for dinner and they attempt to find the turkey they want. They finally find one, and the turkey More...
This book is super fun. Two moose (husband and wife) are preparing their table for Thanksgiving dinner. They have all places ready for all the animals to join them, a rabbit, goat, sheep, etc. expect for one animal, a turkey. The wife moose is extremly sad a turkey will not be there, so her husband sets off to find one. Along the way,he picks up all the animals that are going to join them for dinner and they attempt to find the turkey they want. They finally find one, and the turkey More...
Nov 17, 2010
Ronda
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Nov 19, 2010
Heidi
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Thanksgiving books are so hard to find. I would really love to have a whole collection of them that we could read all through the month of November, but there are just not a ton of great ones out there. One that I do have, that is an absolute favorite is called "A Turkey for Thanksgiving", by Eve Bunting. The story is sweet without being sappy. There are some humorous twists and best of all, the illustrations are amazing! Mr. and Mrs. Moose want a turkey for Thanksgiving, so Mr.
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Mar 13, 2009
Patrick
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This is a good seasonal book. The book teaches children that friendship and kindness is what is important on Thanksgiving. Throughout the story, the reader believes that they are searching for a turkey to eat, but in the end, the turkey is simply invited to dine with the reast of the animals. This is an interesting twist and makes the story more enjoyable. Also, all of the animals work together to find the turkey, which teaches the children the importance of team work. This book would be good fo
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Nov 27, 2011
Ina
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This is one of my favorite Thanksgiving book for toddler storytime...it has lovely pictures, animals, humor and a happy ending. When Mr. and Mrs. Moose are putting the finishing touches on their Thanksgiving table and she wistfully expresses a wish for Turkey for Thanksgiving, since everybody has a turkey, Mr. Moose sets out to find one for her. All the other guests join him and help him find the perfect turkey for Mrs. Moose - the kids, worried about Mr. Turkey, love the twist at the end.
Dec 02, 2007
Jorie
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Summary: Mrs. Moose is inviting everyone over for Thanksgiving, and tells Mr. Moose that she really wants a turkey, so Mr. Moose goes out on a search in order to have a turkey for dinner. On his way he finds all the other animals that are coming over for the feast and they all go on a search for a turkey together. When they find the turkey he is hiding and tells them all to go away. But Mr. Moose does not want to disappoint his wife and forces the turkey to come back to his house for dinner.
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Jan 13, 2010
Mary
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Another book chosen by my daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Moose are preparing for the Thanksgiving feast and Mrs. Moose is upset that she only has a paper turkey for Thanksgiving and her husband goes out with their friends to find a turkey to bring her for Thanksgiving. Poor turkey thinks that he is the main course and not a guest and is pleasantly surprised.
Dec 10, 2008
Relyn
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I have a string of Thanksgiving books that I read to my daughter and my second graders. These will be quick reviews based on the reactions of my daughter and students. I put the date the same for each book, but I really read them in the week leading up to Thanksgiving, and on Thanksgiving Day. Under the how many times I've read it category, that will be how many Thanksgivings I've used this book.
I love the surprise of this book. So do kids. And the illustrations are amazing. Wh More...
I love the surprise of this book. So do kids. And the illustrations are amazing. Wh More...
Jan 26, 2012
Nathan
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Nov 25, 2009
Josiah
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I would give one and a half stars to this book.
Eve Bunting's story about a group of human-like animals who go off on a search for a turkey to bring to their Thanksgiving dinner is both well-thought-out and humorous. I could see how this tale might become a favorite around Thanksgiving time for many families.
Eve Bunting's story about a group of human-like animals who go off on a search for a turkey to bring to their Thanksgiving dinner is both well-thought-out and humorous. I could see how this tale might become a favorite around Thanksgiving time for many families.
Mar 09, 2009
Amy
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Summary: Mr. and Mrs. Moose have invited all of their forest friends for Thanksgiving dinner, but one thing is missing-the turkey. They find one , and he becomes part of the dinner, but in an unexpected way. The wintery holiday illustrations compliment the text and humorously capture the turkey's emotions.
Audience: K-3
Uses: Could be used as an example of personification and use of irony. Could be used for story sequencing and plot development. Late early readers for gu More...
Audience: K-3
Uses: Could be used as an example of personification and use of irony. Could be used for story sequencing and plot development. Late early readers for gu More...
Sep 27, 2011
Cheryl
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Kids love this book! When Mr. Moose goes out looking for a turkey for Thanksgiving, you automatically think that he is going to eat it. Little do you know that he wants to have Turkey as a Thanksgiving guest. I just love the expressions on Turkey's face. A must read for Thanksgiving!
Feb 06, 2011
Mrs.
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One of my favorite Thanksgiving stories though younger children need it explained in the end. It can be perfect for older students as they will get the ending better. I like doing this book with multiple voices as a read aloud as it lends itself well to teaching voice and character in the text.
Jan 11, 2012
Kelly
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Really liked this book. The animals want to have a turkey "to" Thanksgiving dinner. All of the friends help find the turkey and the turkey is running scared. The turkey comes to dinner expecting to be eaten when he finds out that he is a guest. Great book!
Nov 16, 2011
Firstgradejags
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This is a book with a twist because the author totally surprised us with the ending. We liked this book because it was funny and we thought all along that they were going to eat the turkey. The turkey character was also very funny. This was a fun book to read!
Dec 13, 2011
The Reading Countess
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I could see the ending a mile away. Thinking I would check out my youngest son's prediction skills, he surprised me by knowing it, too. Of course, then he proudly said that he saw the pictures in the library and knew what to expect.
Yup. Great prediction.
Yup. Great prediction.
Jan 01, 2012
Tanya
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Fun Thanksgiving book... for some reason I guessed the end from the beginning. I really liked the illustrations.
I think it could have a connection with a vegetarian message... or simply fun children's reading.
I think it could have a connection with a vegetarian message... or simply fun children's reading.
Nov 26, 2010
Jessica
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Picture Book: I thought this book was SO cute! I read it with my class in the Practicum and even the sixth graders liked it! I loved the vegetarian Thanksgiving Feast and the "twist" at the end! This was a lot of fun.
Nov 23, 2010
Susan
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An old family favorite, I "read" this today to my students in the library, (with the full-cast cassette that came with the copy we have at home - perfect, since I'm recovering from a cold!) We all LOVE this story.
Nov 17, 2010
Angie
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Read this one with the PreK kids today ... and they liked it. But the humor of the situation ... some of the wordplay? Lost on the little guys.
Love Diane DeGroat's illustrations. Cuddly little bunny. Worried turkey.
Love Diane DeGroat's illustrations. Cuddly little bunny. Worried turkey.
Nov 24, 2010
Mack Makenna
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the turkey is afraid he is being invited to dinner by Mr. and Mrs. Moose to be eaten but that isn't what happened.
Mar 18, 2010
Lenna
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This story was in our second grade reading book. The students loved it and it even tugged at my heart!
Nov 25, 2011
Teri
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Same storyline as Sometimes its Turkey, Sometimes it's Feathers book. Nice for young children.
Apr 13, 2011
Savannah
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A cute story with a delightful twist that can be used during the fall holiday.
