冀教版八年级英语上册 Unit 3 Lesson 16Happy Thanksgiving.pptVIP

Lesson 16: Happy Thanksgiving! THINK ABOUT IT Do you always celebrate holidays with your whole family? Why do families like to celebrate holidays together? On Thanksgiving Day, Jenny went to her grandparents’ house with her mother, father, sister, brother and Brian. When they arrived, her grandfather opened the door. “Hello, everyone” he said. “Happy Thanksgiving! Let me give you a big hug. It’s good to see you!” Jenny and Brian went into the kitchen. Their grandmother was cooking the turkey for the Thanksgiving dinner. “Hi Grandma,” said Brian, He hugged her. “Are my cousins coming tonight?” “No, not tonight,” said Grandma. “They’re here now!” Brian went to say hi to his cousins. “Hi! Nice to finally meet you!” At dinner, everyone gave thanks. “I’d like to give thanks to Grandma and Grandpa for this lovely meal. Thanks to Jenny for all of her help, and thanks to all of you for welcoming me. When I first came here, everything was different. I felt nervous. But with all your help I feel at home now,” said Brian. As usual, the family gathering was exciting. It was a fun and lively evening with a big meal, delicious desserts, lots of games and good conversation. Then, everyone stood together for a family photo. Everyone enjoyed this special holiday. Read the lesson and fill in the blanks. The first letter is given. Jenny’s family gathers at Grandma and Grandpa’s house on Thanksgiving Day. Brian is with the family, too. He felt n_______when he first came here, but Jenny’s family helped him a lot. Now he feels at home. He thanks Grandma and Grandpa for the l________meal. ervous ovely He thanks Jenny for all of her help. He also thanks everyone for w__________him. The family gathering is e___________. It is a fun and lively evening with a big meal, d___________desserts, lots of games and good c____________. At the end, they take a family photo. elcoming xciting elicious onversation 1. + at + i