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Tommy's Thanksgiving dinner

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About This Book

A short stage play designed for young performers dramatizes a boy's Thanksgiving-day reverie, with the foods and dishes at his anticipated meal personified as costumed characters. The script combines rhymed lines, simple dialogue, and clear stage directions and costume notes to guide production, introducing figures such as a turkey, a bowl of soup, cranberry maids, vegetables, and a cookbook. Scenes emphasize movement, songlike speech, and playful banter as the characters parade, sing brief verses, and enact their fear of becoming dinner. The compact piece functions as an elementary-school pageant, easily staged with minimal scenery and child-friendly costumes.

About the Author

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Mary Taylor Cornish

Mary Taylor Cornish was an American author known for her children's literature, particularly her engaging storytelling and relatable characters. One of her notable works is "Tommy's Thanksgiving Dinner," which captures the warmth and joy of family gatherings during the holiday season. Cornish's writing often reflects themes of childhood innocence and the importance of family traditions, making her stories resonate with young readers and their families. Through her work, she contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century children's literature.