An American Thanksgiving
Facts about Thanksgiving Always celebrated on the last Thursday of November Began in 1863 Celebrated to give thanks to God for helping the Pilgrims survive their first winter in the New World
Typical Thanksgiving Day celebrations Religious: giving thanks to God for one’s blessings in life Other: - spending time with family and friends - feasting - (American) Football games - Parades, such as the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in New York City
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade
The main dish! Turkey
Common side dishes Mashed potatoes & gravy Corn on the cob (with butter)
stuffing It’s called “stuffing” because you stuff the turkey with it Sweet potatoes with marshmallows on top
Cranberry Sauce From a can Fresh and homemade There are two kinds:
Deviled eggs Green beans Green bean casserole (green beans, cream of mushroom soup and fried onions on top)
Brussels sprouts carrots
Some common desserts Pumpkin pie Pecan pie
Apple pie cheesecake Lemon meringue pie