Post on 17-Dec-2015
The First Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving began as a 3-day celebration by the Pilgrims to show thanks for a bountiful
harvest.
Modern Day Thanksgiving
We celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States today
by spending time with family and
friends over a feast of food.
Parades
Parades are held all over America to celebrate the holiday. The largest parade is the Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade held in New York City.
Football
Football games are played at levels throughout the country. High school teams often play their “Homecoming Game” on this day.
The Yam Festival
In early August, the people in West Africa and the South Pacific Islands celebrate the Yam Festival.
The Night Before
The night before the festival begins, the children help throw out any yams left over from last year.
After the Festival EndsAfter the
ceremonies, the yams are divided among the villages and everyone cooks dishes made with the yams and other vegetables.
Chusok
Chusok is celebrated by Koreans in August. It is a holiday that celebrates their ancestors. It is also called the Harvest Moon Festival.
The Day of Chusok
In the morning they dress up in their best clothes and they go to the grave yard and put food in front of the grave.
The Feast
They have a feast of fresh rice, cakes, persimmons, mushrooms and chestnuts. They give thanks for the harvest.
During Sukkoth, people celebrate the harvest and honor their ancestors. It takes place in September or October.
Sukkoth
The Hut
A three-sided hut made from corn stalks is built for Sukkoth. The hut reminds them how far their ancestors had to walk on their journey to the promised land. The family will eat their meals in the hut for the next week .