Festivals: American Independence Day
Julian L'Enfant presents a lesson plan on the 4th July celebrations, including the history of the American flag and the Declaration of Independence, reading tasks, games and a follow-up craft activity.
Level: A2 Waystage (Council of Europe); Flyers (Cambridge YL tests); pre-intermediate
Target age: 9-11 years
Time needed: 1 hour
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