Get Festive: Exploring America's Largest Festivals

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Get Festive: Exploring America's Largest Festivals

What do you already know about American festivals?

Learning Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to describe the biggest festivals in America and their cultural significance at an A2 level in English.

Introduce the learning objective and set expectations for the lesson.

Introduction

America is home to some of the largest and most diverse festivals in the world. Let's explore some of them!

Introduce the topic of the lesson and provide context.

Carnaval Miami

Carnaval Miami is a celebration of Latin culture, including music, food, and dance. It's held annually in Miami, Florida.

Provide an overview of Carnaval Miami and its significance.

Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras, French for 'Fat Tuesday,' is a Carnival celebration that dates back to medieval Europe. It's now a popular festival in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Explain the history and traditions of Mardi Gras and its importance in New Orleans culture.

Coachella

Coachella is a music and arts festival held annually in Indio, California. It attracts famous musicians and celebrities from around the world.

Describe Coachella, its popularity, and the types of activities and attractions available.

Burning Man

Burning Man is a week-long festival held in the Nevada desert, where participants create a temporary city and express themselves through art, music, and costumes.

Explain the concept of Burning Man, its unique features, and its significance in the arts community.

Independence Day

Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is a national holiday that celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It's celebrated with parades, fireworks, and barbecues across the country.

Discuss the history of Independence Day and its cultural significance as a national holiday.

Conclusion

These are just a few of the biggest festivals in America. They bring people together from all walks of life to celebrate culture, art, and community.

Summarize the lesson and encourage students to reflect on what they've learned.

Assessment

Create a poster or presentation about a festival of your choice that represents your culture, and present it to the class.

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Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.