Celebrating Harvest Festivals

What is the Harvest Festival a tradition for?

• Showing gratitude for the land and harvest

• Celebrating birthdays

Who still hunts, fishes, and plants food like long ago?

• Astronauts

• Indigenous people

What do Jewish families remember during Sukkot?

• Their favorite foods

• Being kept safe on a long journey

How long does Sukkot last?

• One day

• A week

What is Makahiki?

• A time to plant trees

• An ancient Hawaiian celebration at the end of harvest

What do people do during Makahiki?

• Go to school

• Celebrate with feasts and games

When does the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival happen?

• In summer

• In autumn when the moon is full and bright

Which country is the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival from?

• China

• Canada

What do families do during the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival?

• Go camping

• Give thanks for the harvest and ask for a good future

What is a common theme in all the festivals mentioned?

• Giving thanks for the harvest

• Playing video games