【Weekly Topic 2024.11.23】Thanksgiving Reflections: A Celebration of Gratitude_English Club吧

1楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-23 20:39

Introduction:

As Thanksgiving approaches, our English Corner will focus on the theme of gratitude and reflection. Join us for an engaging discussion titled "Thanksgiving Reflections: A Celebration of Gratitude," where we will explore the significance of this cherished holiday.

During this session, we will delve into the origins and traditions of Thanksgiving, sharing personal stories about what we are thankful for in our lives. Participants are encouraged to reflect on their experiences, whether it’s expressing gratitude for family, friends, or even the small joys of everyday life.

We will also engage in fun activities and games that highlight the spirit of Thanksgiving, fostering a sense of community and appreciation among participants. This is a wonderful opportunity to practice English while celebrating the values of gratitude and togetherness.

Come prepared to share your thoughts and stories, and let’s create a warm and welcoming atmosphere as we celebrate this meaningful holiday together!

2楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-23 20:45

Here are some recommended discussion directions

1.History and Origins of Thanksgiving

Discuss the historical background of Thanksgiving and how it became a national holiday in the United States and Canada.
Compare the differences between American and Canadian Thanksgivings, including the dates and traditions.

2.Culture and Traditions

Share similar festivals in your own culture that are akin to Thanksgiving and explore their significance and celebration methods.
Discuss traditional Thanksgiving foods like turkey and pumpkin pie, and share personal favorite holiday dishes.

3.The Meaning of Gratitude

Explore the importance of gratitude and how it affects personal well-being and happiness.
Share personal gratitude practices, such as keeping a gratitude journal or expressing thanks at specific times.

4.Family and Togetherness

Discuss how Thanksgiving serves as a time for family reunions, sharing personal family traditions and memories.
Explore how to balance work and family life in modern society and how Thanksgiving reminds us of the importance of family.

5.Modern Ways of Celebrating Thanksgiving

Discuss how people are celebrating Thanksgiving in new ways, such as community service and charitable activities.
Share whether you have any innovative ways of celebrating Thanksgiving or if you would like to try new celebration activities.

6.Thanksgiving and Health

Discuss the impact of the Thanksgiving feast on health and how to make healthier choices.
Talk about sports and activities during the Thanksgiving period and how to stay active and healthy.

7.Commercialization of Thanksgiving

Discuss how Thanksgiving is linked to the shopping event "Black Friday" and the impact of this commercialization on the holiday.
Share personal opinions on the commercialization of Thanksgiving and how to maintain a sense of gratitude amidst consumerism.

8.International Perspectives on Thanksgiving

Explore how different countries and cultures understand and celebrate Thanksgiving.
Share how, as international students or workers, you maintain and celebrate your own cultural traditions in a foreign land.

3楼圆环之理 2024-11-25 16:07

I am thankful to my family, they love me and always support me

4楼圆环之理 2024-11-25 16:08

When refering to Thanksgiving Day, it will always remind me roast turky

圆环之理：But in China there are no roast turkeys in the groceries at all. We can use roast chicken as substitute!

圆环之理：I've heard turkeys taste awful, and it can even not be remedied by cooking techniques!

啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：Welp, I remembered that some delicatessen shops sold roasted turkeys around the Thanksgiving Day. And this was delicious.

圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：“delicatessen” I think this word should definitely originate from German（

啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：Ah. That's right. I remember that Germany has many kinds of delis.

圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：I remember I have also eaten roasted turkey drumsticks in childhood. And it tasted good.

啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：I love it too. But regrettably we seldom buy it now.

圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：Me, too. I also don't know where to buy now

啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：Maybe on the Internet? Or some large deli chains like Songdafang

圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：Yeah, it is. On the Internet there is also dogmeat sold

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5楼浅风仁樱 2024-11-25 16:28

I will only think of the colonizing history of western countries. The English Puritans set feet on the American and lacked of food, The native American (Indians) gave them food. But the Puritans betrayed them and massacred all of the Indians

6楼圆环之理 2024-11-25 16:54

When refering to roast turkeys (or roast chicken), oh it makes me get hungry!

啊啊是谁都对：I would eat it which rice when in childhood. But now I wanna eat it which some vegetables.

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7楼圆环之理 2024-11-26 18:32

I suddenly think of Thanksgiving Day is a winter festival. And roast turkeys (or chicken) are especially suitable for a cold season!

圆环之理：In colder seasons people are inclined to eat more

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8楼圆环之理 2024-11-28 14:32

啊啊是谁都对：I envy you.

By the way, what is the left? Chicken kebab?

圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：mutton kebab

Omar：A candlelit dinner always looks amazing and romantic. I am sure you enjoyed eating in that lovely environment.

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9楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-29 20:16

I should show my sincere gratitude for my parents, roomates, classmates, professor and other teachers, and the beautiful life.

10楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-29 20:18

When it comes to the tradtition of Thanksgiving Day, turkey occurred to me. This is a word I learned from elementary school English textbook. And luckily, I had the chance to eat drumsticks of a turkey, which is yummy.

Maybe I would buy one in the future.


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	1楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-23 20:39 Introduction: As Thanksgiving approaches, our English Corner will focus on the theme of gratitude and reflection. Join us for an engaging discussion titled "Thanksgiving Reflections: A Celebration of Gratitude," where we will explore the significance of this cherished holiday. During this session, we will delve into the origins and traditions of Thanksgiving, sharing personal stories about what we are thankful for in our lives. Participants are encouraged to reflect on their experiences, whether it’s expressing gratitude for family, friends, or even the small joys of everyday life. We will also engage in fun activities and games that highlight the spirit of Thanksgiving, fostering a sense of community and appreciation among participants. This is a wonderful opportunity to practice English while celebrating the values of gratitude and togetherness. Come prepared to share your thoughts and stories, and let’s create a warm and welcoming atmosphere as we celebrate this meaningful holiday together!
	2楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-23 20:45 Here are some recommended discussion directions 1.History and Origins of Thanksgiving Discuss the historical background of Thanksgiving and how it became a national holiday in the United States and Canada. Compare the differences between American and Canadian Thanksgivings, including the dates and traditions. 2.Culture and Traditions Share similar festivals in your own culture that are akin to Thanksgiving and explore their significance and celebration methods. Discuss traditional Thanksgiving foods like turkey and pumpkin pie, and share personal favorite holiday dishes. 3.The Meaning of Gratitude Explore the importance of gratitude and how it affects personal well-being and happiness. Share personal gratitude practices, such as keeping a gratitude journal or expressing thanks at specific times. 4.Family and Togetherness Discuss how Thanksgiving serves as a time for family reunions, sharing personal family traditions and memories. Explore how to balance work and family life in modern society and how Thanksgiving reminds us of the importance of family. 5.Modern Ways of Celebrating Thanksgiving Discuss how people are celebrating Thanksgiving in new ways, such as community service and charitable activities. Share whether you have any innovative ways of celebrating Thanksgiving or if you would like to try new celebration activities. 6.Thanksgiving and Health Discuss the impact of the Thanksgiving feast on health and how to make healthier choices. Talk about sports and activities during the Thanksgiving period and how to stay active and healthy. 7.Commercialization of Thanksgiving Discuss how Thanksgiving is linked to the shopping event "Black Friday" and the impact of this commercialization on the holiday. Share personal opinions on the commercialization of Thanksgiving and how to maintain a sense of gratitude amidst consumerism. 8.International Perspectives on Thanksgiving Explore how different countries and cultures understand and celebrate Thanksgiving. Share how, as international students or workers, you maintain and celebrate your own cultural traditions in a foreign land.
	3楼圆环之理 2024-11-25 16:07 I am thankful to my family, they love me and always support me
	4楼圆环之理 2024-11-25 16:08 When refering to Thanksgiving Day, it will always remind me roast turky 圆环之理：But in China there are no roast turkeys in the groceries at all. We can use roast chicken as substitute! 圆环之理：I've heard turkeys taste awful, and it can even not be remedied by cooking techniques! 啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：Welp, I remembered that some delicatessen shops sold roasted turkeys around the Thanksgiving Day. And this was delicious. 圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：“delicatessen” I think this word should definitely originate from German（啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：Ah. That's right. I remember that Germany has many kinds of delis. 圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：I remember I have also eaten roasted turkey drumsticks in childhood. And it tasted good. 啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：I love it too. But regrettably we seldom buy it now. 圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：Me, too. I also don't know where to buy now 啊啊是谁都对：回复 @圆环之理：Maybe on the Internet? Or some large deli chains like Songdafang 圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：Yeah, it is. On the Internet there is also dogmeat sold [查看详情]
	5楼浅风仁樱 2024-11-25 16:28 I will only think of the colonizing history of western countries. The English Puritans set feet on the American and lacked of food, The native American (Indians) gave them food. But the Puritans betrayed them and massacred all of the Indians
	6楼圆环之理 2024-11-25 16:54 When refering to roast turkeys (or roast chicken), oh it makes me get hungry! 啊啊是谁都对：I would eat it which rice when in childhood. But now I wanna eat it which some vegetables. [查看详情]
	7楼圆环之理 2024-11-26 18:32 I suddenly think of Thanksgiving Day is a winter festival. And roast turkeys (or chicken) are especially suitable for a cold season! 圆环之理：In colder seasons people are inclined to eat more [查看详情]
	8楼圆环之理 2024-11-28 14:32 啊啊是谁都对：I envy you. By the way, what is the left? Chicken kebab? 圆环之理：回复 @啊啊是谁都对：mutton kebab Omar：A candlelit dinner always looks amazing and romantic. I am sure you enjoyed eating in that lovely environment. [查看详情]
	9楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-29 20:16 I should show my sincere gratitude for my parents, roomates, classmates, professor and other teachers, and the beautiful life.
	10楼啊啊是谁都对 2024-11-29 20:18 When it comes to the tradtition of Thanksgiving Day, turkey occurred to me. This is a word I learned from elementary school English textbook. And luckily, I had the chance to eat drumsticks of a turkey, which is yummy. Maybe I would buy one in the future.

【Weekly Topic 2024.11.23】Thanksgiving Reflections: A Celebration of Gratitude

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