Discuss what is known about the first Pilgrim Harvest Feast and the foods. Provide an acknowledged body of information related to the concept . In our Social Studies Book, Comparing Communities , read about the Thanksgiving Celebration on pages 195-199. Provide a hands-on activity for practice and mastery of the elements of the concept. Then, discuss the answers focusing on the word tradition and it's meaning.
Learners apply the concept to a constructive project.
Have a class discussion of what the celebrations are that are in the month of December. Then find out which ones the students know how people celebrate. Discuss the varied ways to look for people to answer their questions about these celebrations. Select two or three web sites on which to post this request. The teacher will set these up, and have the student observe the posting of the project.