By Mercedes Redondo

Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the United States. It is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. It is also celebrated on the second Monday of October in Canada. 

It was celebrated in 1621 for the first time. In 1620, a group of pilgrims left England, crossed the Atlantic Ocean in the Mayflower and settled in Plymouth after a 66 day trip.Their first winter was so hard and cold that they thought they wouldn't be able to survive. Fortunately, native Americans taught them how to grow corn and how to live in the new land. It was time to give thanks and celebrate their first harvest together. 

And this is how the tradition began. People celebrate this holiday having a large meal with family and friends.They prepare the dinner together and enjoy their favourite dishes; roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, corn, pumpkin pie... Football games, parades and wishbones play an importan part in the tradition.

This year, more than ever, we want to celebrate Thanksgiving. Our students have written messages to give special thanks to those who have contributed to try to stop the pandemic. 

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!