Thanksgiving Day?

Sara Hale wanted to have Thanksgiving Day a National Holiday. This would not be

easy!

• Perseverance

• Determination• Willpower • Purpose• NEVER GIVE UP!

She wrote many letters.

After 38 years of asking, Sarah’s wish and dream came true!

President Lincoln said “YES”

Thank you, Sarah!

Sarah’s actual letter to President Lincoln.

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Thank You, Sarah:The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving

Written by Laurie Halse AndersonIllustrated by Matt Faulkner

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