Thanksgiving History Placemats (The Wampanoag and the Pilgrims) - Digital Download

Bring the story of the First Thanksgiving to life at your table!
This set of 2 beautifully illustrated Thanksgiving placemats teach children about the Wampanoag people and the Pilgrims, sharing accurate, kid-friendly history through captions, engaging visuals, and a few fun activities.

Each placemat highlights a different part of the story. One focuses on the Wampanoag people, their land, food, and homes, while the other side explores the Pilgrims, their voyage, their new village at Plymouth, and the 1621 harvest gathering.

Designed to be both meaningful and fun, these placemats include a maze and food searches that keep kids engaged while helping them absorb history naturally at mealtime. They make the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table!

Whether you’re looking to spark meaningful conversations, enrich your history studies, or offer children a hands-on way to learn about gratitude and early American history, these placemats offer a beautiful, no-prep way to learn together.

Perfect for Thanksgiving week, November lessons, homeschool mornings, or fun family mealtimes!

What's Included:

This set includes:

• Two printable placemats (Wampanoag side + Pilgrim side)
• Accurate historical captions written for young learners
• Engaging activities that reinforce learning
• Beautiful illustrations kids love

How to Use These:

• Place them on the table during meals to spark meaningful conversations about the First Thanksgiving
• Use the captions and illustrations to guide gentle, age appropriate discussions about the Wampanoag people and the Pilgrims
• Let children complete the simple activities while waiting for meals
• Easy to laminate with standard 11×17-inch laminating sheets for long-lasting durability
• Can also be printed on smaller paper sizes, but please note: the text will appear smaller and may be harder to read.

Why You'll Love Them:

• Easy learning that fits naturally into your day
• Beautiful illustrations that help the story of the First Thanksgiving come alive
• Encourages meaningful family conversations at the table
• A simple and enjoyable way to teach accurate history during the Thanksgiving season

Printing Note:

These placemats are designed for 11 x 17 inch paper so they’re large, durable, and perfect for mealtime learning. Many families laminate them with 11 x 17 inch sheets to make them last all year. You can print them on regular 8.5 x 11 inch paper if needed, but the text will be smaller and harder to read. Please also keep in mind that print shop prices for larger paper can vary, so it’s worth checking your local printer or office store ahead of time.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

• What size are these placemats?
  • They are designed for 11 x 17 inches (tabloid size). This makes them large enough to show images and text clearly.
• Can I print them on regular 8.5 x 11 paper?
  • Yes, you can — but the text and images will be smaller and may be harder to read. For the best results, we recommend printing on 11 x 17.
• How do I protect them from spills?

  • They are easy to laminate with 11 x 17 laminating sheets, which makes them wipeable and reusable. You could also slip them into large page protectors if you don’t want to laminate.

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• How many placemats are included?
  • This set includes two placemats. I recommend printing them front and back so one side teaches about the Wampanoag people and the other side teaches about the Pilgrims and the 1621 harvest gathering.
• What age group is this best for?
  • These placemats work well for ages four through ten, but older children and adults often enjoy them too.
• Where should I print these?
  • You can print them at home if your printer supports 11 x 17 paper, or at your local office supply/print shop. Costs vary, so it’s a good idea to check with your printer first.
• Are these digital or physical products?
  • These are digital downloads. You’ll receive the PDF files instantly so you can print them as many times as you need for your family.