ACTIVITY 1. Watch the following videos on Thanksgiving Day:
Did you know?
The President issues an official pardon for one or two turkeys, saving them from being cooked for supper.
ACTIVITY 2. Dictation.
1. Thanksgiving Day is celebrated in the United States.
2. It is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November.
3. The main food prepared is turkey.
4. The American president pardons one or two turkeys every year.
5. It is a day of giving thanks for all we have.
ACTIVITY 3. Jeopardy:
- For A2/B1 lower intermediate students (13-15; 2-4 ESO):
- For B1/B2 higher intermediate students (15-18, 4 ESO – Bach
ACTIVITY 3. Click on the image and watch the video. Write down as many things as possible that they hear people say they’re thankful for.
ACTIVITY 4. Pair work: Talk to your partner about things that you’re thankful for.
Why are you thank for?
I'm thankful for...............................
Examples:
I'm thankful for my teachers' support
I'm thankful for having a great family
I'm thankful for having a wonderful/ funny/ great/cool friend /father/ mother/ grandfather / sister....
I'm thankful for your friendship
We can give thanks to anyone!
Finally, I have to say you...
Thank you !!!!
I'm very lucky to be your English teacher!
Turkey Time!
