Should we all mark thanksgiving day? Yesterday, Americans took a day off to eat turkey and pumpkin pie together. For many this simple holiday is better than Christmas.
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Revealed! Giving thanks can make us happier
Should we all mark thanksgiving day? Yesterday, Americans took a day off to eat turkey and pumpkin pie together. For many this simple holiday is better than Christmas.
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Yesterday was ThanksgivingThe holiday is traditionally a time to come together with family and give thanks for the year. Day. It is a big holiday in the USA.
Over 250 million people celebrate it each year.
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Thanksgiving has been a holiday since 1863.
But the traditionA custom or event that has been taking place for many years, often passed down from generation to generation. of Thanksgiving is much older. In 1621, a native tribe looked after English people who had sailed to America for a new life. They showed them how to grow food. Then, they all shared a feast together.
Now, Thanksgiving is still a huge holiday. Over 40 million turkeys are eaten in one day!
Some people say giving thanks is good for us. It makes us kinder and happier.
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Should we all mark thanksgiving day?
Some say
Yes. It is good to be thankful. Plus, the feast is an extra treat!
Others think
No. America is a rich country where most people can afford a nice meal to have with their family. Not everyone is so lucky!
Keywords
Thanksgiving - The holiday is traditionally a time to come together with family and give thanks for the year.
Tradition - A custom or event that has been taking place for many years, often passed down from generation to generation.
Revealed! Giving thanks can make us happier
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Thanksgiving - The holiday is traditionally a time to come together with family and give thanks for the year.
Tradition - A custom or event that has been taking place for many years, often passed down from generation to generation.