Story Notes and Extras

A Soldier’s Letter

written and presented by Sean Hunter

with the music of Kris Wilkinson

and Country Music Hall of Fame member

Charlie McCoy

Talk and Discover

For parents, families,, teachers and children to share and enjoy.

What is something that makes Thanksgiving special?

What should everyone be grateful for?

What is something someone in the military might be grateful for?

More Talk and Discover

 What are you thankful for today?

What were you thankful for yesterday?

What’s a good pie for Thanksgiving?

Honoring Our Veterans

 What are some of the sacrifices that someone makes when they serve in the military?

What are some of the sacrifices a family makes when someone is serving in the military?

How do our Veterans serve us every day?

Learning With Art

 Draw a picture of a soldier.

Draw a picture of a pilgrim.

Draw a picture of a turkey.

Being A Good Listener

 What did Grandma say to everyone?

How did the Pilgrims celebrate Thanksgiving?

Where did the soldier say that he was?

Extra Credit

 How did Thanksgiving become a holiday?

Bonus Question

 When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada?

Something Special

 Write a letter to someone is in the military.

And Not To Be Forgotten

 Write a letter of “thanks” to a Veteran