Saturday Story Hour

June 26, 2021

fourth of july

apple pie 4th of july

By: Janet S. Wong

Illustrated by: Margaret Chodos-Irvine



Vocabulary Words

Day One

Before Reading

Activating Prior Knowledge

  • Why is the Fourth of July celebrated?

  • What holidays do you celebrate with your family?

During reading

comprehension questions

After reading

Discussion questions

  • How do immigrants blend some of the customs from their home country to make new and unique celebrations?

  • What are your favorite foods to eat when you celebrate a special holiday?

Day two

activity

Activity: My Favorite Foods to Celebrate!

Materials: Plate Template (below)

Directions: What are your favorite foods to eat when you celebrate a special holiday? Draw them on the plate and label them using the boxes.

4th of July Activity

Day three

Share with icrcm!

Show someone at home your drawing, and describe what you created for practice. Then, have them video record you sharing your drawing. Send your video recording to: lwiley@sitinmovement.org (International Civil Rights Center and Museum). We will feature some of your work on our website!