Thanksgiving

words

Thank
To say grace
turkey
To celebrate
National holiday
Pumpkin pie
Harvest

Native
Americans
To pray
Communal
Blessing
Grace
feast

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What is Thanksgiving?
Where is it celebrated?
When is it celebrated?
Why is it celebrated?
How is it celebrated?

What is
Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving Day is a national

holiday celebrated primarily in
the United States and Canada.

When is it
celebrated?

In the USA:
USA on the fourth Thursday of
November

In Canada:
Canada Thanksgiving is celebrated each
year on the second Monday of October

What do they celebrate?

Historically, Thanksgiving began as a
tradition of celebrating the
harvest of the year.

How do they celebrate?

The customs remind the
people of:

ancient celebrations of
harvest,
thankfulness for peace,
the native Americans.

Custom of Praying
For centuries, 'Thanksgiving Day' is
associated with communal prayers
in church and in homes.
People offer various meal time
prayers during the day.
It is a time, when mankind thanks
God for all his blessings and
grace.
grace

Custom of Family Dinner

Everyone follows the custom of
family dinner and reunion
religiously every year.
Feasts are usually held at home.
It is a time to enjoy their favorite
'Roasted Turkey' with the family.