Thanksgiving Crossword

2. The name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to the New World.
5. This flightless bird was almost the U.S. national symbol, but now it's a main course.
6. A type of squash that’s not just for pies but also for jack-o’-lanterns.
9. This small, tart fruit is often made into a sauce served alongside turkey.
13. An emotion celebrated during Thanksgiving, often expressed in thanks.
16. Something many people say before a meal to express gratitude.
18. A popular Thanksgiving side dish served in various forms.
19. Something passed down through generations, often tied to holidays.
20. Another word for a type of gourd, often cooked and eaten.

1. Describes potatoes prepared by boiling, mashing, and often adding butter.
3. This staple crop was vital to Native American agriculture and diets.
4. A savory mixture often served inside the turkey.
6. This lively event with floats and balloons is held on Thanksgiving morning.
7. This month hosts both Thanksgiving and the end of Daylight Saving Time.
8. The season that marks the reaping of crops after months of growth.
10. A group of settlers seeking religious freedom in the New World.
11. The season of Thanksgiving, also called fall.
12. This gathering of food was a symbol of cooperation between cultures in 1621.
14. This group of people shares laughter and traditions around the dinner table.
15. An attitude of appreciation or expressing thanks.
17. A term often used to describe Indigenous peoples present at the first Thanksgiving.