Презентация, доклад на тему День благодарения в США в рамках внеурочной проектной деятельности в соавторстве с Краснолуцкой Анастасией, 8 класс

Lincoln declared this as a national day of "Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens", during the Civil War. However, the event 'First Thanksgiving', as called by the Americans dates further back to 1621 when the pilgrims celebrated it the 'New World' after their first harvest.

Thanksgiving – United States

when explorer Martin Frobisher on his voyage from England to Pacific Ocean in search of a northern passage to reach the latter, held the Thanksgiving celebration. This, he did not for the good harvest but to survive the dangerous icebergs and storms on the course of his journey.

Thanksgiving – Canada

get together for a special meal. The meal often includes a turkey, stuffing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, pumpkin pie, and vegetables. Thanksgiving Day is a time for many people to give thanks for what they have.

What Do People Do?

Thanksgiving Day. Many offices and businesses allow staff to have a four-day weekend so these offices and businesses are also closed on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day. Public transit systems do not usually operate on their regular timetables.
Thanksgiving Day it is one of the busiest periods for travel in the USA. This can cause congestion and overcrowding. Seasonal parades and busy football games can cause disruption to local traffic.

Public Life

since 1863. Not everyone sees Thanksgiving Day as a cause for celebration. Each year since 1970, a group of Native Americans and their supporters have staged a protest for a National Day of Mourning at Plymouth Rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts on Thanksgiving Day. American Indian Heritage Day is also observed at this time of the year.

Background

The first parade was held in 1924 and since then it has become a mega spectacle. Held in New York, the parade is a three-hour event and begins at nine in the morning. The parade is truly a magical experience for both children and adults.

Thanksgiving Parade