1. Jennifer Kim English Language Fellow
Thanksgiving
Jennifer Kim
English Language Fellow

3. The Pilgrims
The pilgrims were a small group of people who sailed to North America in order to start a new life.

4. The Pilgrims
They sailed on the Mayflower ship and landed on Plymouth Rock.
They wanted religious freedom.

5. Key Words 1621 3 day festival Native-Americans Pilgrims

6. 1863 -President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday. Thanksgiving is celebrated every fourth Thursday in November. It is a federal holiday. So, schools, banks, post offices, and government offices are closed.

7. Unique Thanksgiving Traditions
1989 – President George H.W. Bush pardons turkey
Turkey is sent to retirement on a farm rather than becoming dinner!

8. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
American Football

9. Thanksgiving Dinner
-Turkey -Pecan Pie -Apple Pie -Cranberry sauce -Green Beans -Cornbread -Yams -Stuffing -Mashed Potato -Gravy

10. Happy Thanksgiving!