The first Thanksgiving was held in 1621 in Plymouth, Massachusetts where the Pilgrims gave thanks for a good harvest with the Native Americans who had helped them survive the harsh winter. Americans now celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November each year by gathering with family for a large meal, which traditionally includes turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and gravy, followed by pumpkin pie and activities like watching football or parades. The day after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday when many stores offer discounts to kick off the Christmas shopping season.

1. Thanksgiving in The
United States

2. The History of Thanksgiving
 The first Thanksgiving was
held in Plymouth,
Massachusetts, USA in 1621
 The Pilgrims wanted to give
thanks for a good harvest
 The Native Americans
had shown them how to
survive the harsh winter

3. The Celebration
 Americans celebrate Thanksgiving by having a large dinner
(usually starts around 3:00 PM)
 The whole family eats together (it is a busy travel day)
 Generally people eat, talk, and watch American Football
 This year Thanksgiving is on Thursday November 27, 2014 (it is
always on the fourth Thursday of November)
Thanksgiving Day Game Thanksgiving Day Parade

4. Dinner with Family

5. Getting Together with Friends

6. The Food
Ham
Sweet Potatoes &
Marshmallows Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravy

7. The Food (Sweets)
Apple Cider
Pumpkin Pie Cranberry Sauce

8. Black Friday
 The Friday after Thanksgiving
 Many stores offer discounts to customers
 Signals the beginning of Christmas shopping

9. Black Friday

10. Questions
 Where was the first Thanksgiving held?
 Who participated in the first Thanksgiving?
 Name two foods that are eaten on Thanksgiving.
 What sport do some Americans watch on
Thanksgiving?
 What is Black Friday?
 What do some Americans do on Black Friday?
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