9. There is a legend that says the Pilgrims placed five grains of corn beside each plate on Thanksgiving Day. Each piece of corn had a special meaning for them. Read the legend below. Then use your own words to explain why the Pilgrims placed the corn beside each plate.

The Legend Of The Five Kernels

It was very cold for the Pilgrims that first winter. Food was in short supply. Some days, they had only five kernels of corn. When spring came, the Pilgrims planted the remaining corn. The sun and rain helped the seeds to grow and much food was harvested in the fall. Every Thanksgiving thereafter, the Pilgrims placed five kernels of corn beside each plate to remind them of their blessings.

1. The first kernel reminded them of the autumn beauty.

2. The second kernel reminded them of their love for each other.

3. The third kernel reminded them of their family's love.

4. The fourth kernel reminded them of their friends...especially their Indian brothers.

5. The fifth kernel reminded them of their freedom.