American Culture
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Resources for exploring life and culture in the United States
AudienceAge groups and English language proficiency levels.
SkillsBasics such as vocabulary and spelling to more advanced skills like language awareness and critical thinking.
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Valentine's Day
February 14, 2013
Celebrate! Holidays in the U.S.A.: Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day Cards
Prepare some colored paper, scissors, pens, glue, etc. Have students make Valentine's Day cards for friends or classmates, using some of the vocabulary or expressions found in the reading.
How does your culture celebrate love?
Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day or a similar special day? What day do you celebrate and do you give special gifts? Share your favorite traditions. Post your answers on your Facebook wall to get the discussion going!
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Celebrate! Holidays in the U.S.A. discusses the ten federally recognized holidays and other celebratory days in the United States.