Across
- 1. – A long journey, historically tied to the Pilgrims
- 3. – The feeling of unity and closeness during celebrations
- 5. – Cooked or prepared at home
- 7. – Decorative item placed in the middle of the table
- 8. – In the same place; united
- 9. – Something to be grateful for
- 12. – Traditional main dish of Thanksgiving dinner
- 16. – Festive procession often watched on Thanksgiving morning
- 19. – The month Thanksgiving is celebrated
- 20. – Gathering crops at the end of the growing season
- 22. – A gathering of people who haven’t seen each other in a while
- 24. – A large celebratory meal
- 26. – Festive gathering to mark a special occasion Yams – Sweet potatoes often served baked or candied
- 27. – Moistening a turkey with its juices while roasting
- 29. – As in potatoes; crushed until soft and smooth
- 30. – Horn-shaped symbol of plenty
- 32. – Bread-based dish cooked inside or alongside the turkey
- 35. – Relating to the fall season
Down
- 2. – A group coming together for a celebration
- 4. – Food saved and eaten after the main meal
- 6. – To cook in an oven
- 10. – Appreciation for what one has
- 11. – Tart red berry often made into a sauce
- 13. – Willingness to give or share
- 14. – November holiday centered on gratitude and food
- 15. – Orange squash used in pies
- 17. – Fabric covering used for festive meals
- 18. – Festive gathering to mark a special occasion
- 21. – A long-established custom or practice
- 23. – People who often gather together for the holiday
- 25. – Customs passed down over time
- 28. – Savory sauce poured over turkey or mashed potatoes
- 31. – The season when Thanksgiving takes place
- 33. – Feeling or expressing gratitude
- 34. – Early settlers associated with the first Thanksgiving
