sábado, 17 de marzo de 2012


Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Is celebrated on the 4th Thursday of November. There are many ways to celebrate and express thanks at thanksgiving even in difficult times, there are always things for which to be grateful.
In 14863 President Abraham Lincoln appointed a National day of Thanksgiving.
The History
Before the establishment of formal religions many ancient farmers believed that their crops contained spirits which caused the crops to grow and die.
Harvest festivals and thanksgiving, celebrations were held by the ancient Greeks, The Romans, The Hebrews, the Chinese and Egyptians.
The United States
There was corn, fruits, vegetables, along with fish which was packed in salt, and meat that was smoke cures over fires. They built homes in the wilderness, they raised enough crops to keep them alive during the long coming winter, and they were at peace with India neighbors.
By the middle of the 19th century many other states also celebrated a Thanksgiving Day.


6 comentarios:

  1. It is a really nice holliday that should be celebrated worldwide, including Costa Rica.

    Ariana Castillo

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  2. It's very interesting to learn about traditions in other countries. paula ureña

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  3. It was very fun to watch this presentation with puppets.

    Alejandro Zúñiga

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  4. excellent work, very creative : )

    Wendy

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  5. Girls congratulate her creativity was a different presentation ...

    Flor Camacho

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  6. I agree with Ari, this holiday should be celebrated here in Costa Rica, we should be thankful every day

    Mely

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