Thanksgiving Traditions Around the U.S. Reading Passage

Get ready to tour the U.S. without leaving your seat with "Thanksgiving Traditions Around the U.S." Reading Passage and Activities! This fun-packed lesson explores how Americans from coast to coast celebrate Turkey Day, from parades and pumpkin pies to deep-fried turkeys and backyard football games. Spoiler alert: there’s more to Thanksgiving than just awkward family conversations.

Once you’ve read all about these quirky traditions, dive into Activity 1 with two comprehension questions that will test your Thanksgiving smarts. Think of it as a warm-up for the main course of activities. Next, Activity 2 asks you to match four words to their meanings, it’s like pairing cranberry sauce with the perfect slice of turkey, but for your brain.

Activity 3 serves up a grammar feast, challenging you to fill in the blanks with the right words, while Activity 4 lets you channel your inner detective, filling in the gaps to complete the sentences. And for dessert? Activity 5 asks you to draw your favorite Thanksgiving tradition. Whether it’s a Macy’s parade balloon, a pie-eating contest, or your cousin Bob “accidentally” setting the turkey on fire, the creativity is all yours.

It’s history, humor, and heart, all wrapped up in a festive educational package!

Enjoy!