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Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving — Content Guide for Parents

By Laurie Halse AndersonAladdin Paperbacks2005ISBN 9780605067738
Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving

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Religious themes

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Relates how Sarah Hale, a magazine editor and author, persuaded President Lincoln to transform Thanksgiving Day into a national holiday.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results for 'Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving.' The book focuses on the historical narrative of Sarah Hale's advocacy for Thanksgiving. No scary content detected in the search results. The book presents a historical account in a light-hearted manner.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results for 'Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving.' The book focuses on the historical narrative of Sarah Hale's advocacy for Thanksgiving.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the search results. The book presents a historical account in a light-hearted manner.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have religious themes?

    The search results indicate that the author removed any hint of Christianity from the origins of Thanksgiving, suggesting a secular framing of the holiday's history. No specific religious practices or beliefs are depicted in the narrative itself.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racism or racial themes detected in the search results. The narrative focuses on Sarah Hale's campaign for Thanksgiving without addressing racial issues.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results for 'Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving.' The content is appropriate for a children's audience.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results. The focus is on historical advocacy rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have sexual identity?

    Author is known for writing about sexual content, relationships, or abuse themes. No sexual content detected in the search results. The book is described as a historical picture book focused on Sarah Hale's efforts.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have gender roles?

    The book highlights Sarah Hale as a strong female figure who played a significant role in advocating for Thanksgiving, portraying her as an indomitable role model. This framing aligns with modern feminism, emphasizing women's contributions and empowerment.

  • Does Thank You, Sarah The Woman who Saved Thanksgiving have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for 'Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving.' The content focuses on the historical figure Sarah Josepha Hale and her efforts to establish Thanksgiving as a national holiday.