A Thanksgiving dream

Name: A Thanksgiving dream
Author: Effa E. Preston

By Effa E. Preston

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A short one-act pageant for primary children centers on a young boy who falls asleep after a Thanksgiving feast and dreams that Pilgrim maids, Indians, animated pumpkins, turkeys, and goblins confront him. Each group steps forward to recount origin stories, warn about greed, or threaten comic punishment for overeating, and a closing song delivers the cautionary message. Simple staging notes and costume suggestions enable easy school presentation, with the piece emphasizing gratitude, moderation, and playful moral instruction.

About the Author

Effa E. Preston

Effa E. Preston was an American playwright and author known for her contributions to children's theater. She wrote several one-act plays designed for young audiences, including "A Party in Mother Goose Land" and "A Strike in Santa Land." Her works often incorporate themes of celebration and imagination, making them suitable for primary school performances. In addition to her plays, Preston's writings include holiday-themed works such as "In a Toy Shop: A Christmas Play for Small Children" and "A Thanksgiving Dream." Through her engaging narratives and characters, she aimed to entertain and educate children, leaving a lasting impact on early 20th-century children's literature.