Lesson: Labor Day

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A cyclist draped in a U.S. flag rides along an oceanfront path.

This lesson plan (LP) introduces students to the U.S. holiday of Labor Day through activities that encourage the development of language skills and analytical skills. Students explore three essential questions:

  1. What is Labor Day?
  2. Why do we celebrate Labor Day?
  3. How can we acknowledge the important contributions community members make through their work?
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English Access Scholarship Program (Access)

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Teachers Teacher Educators Intermediate Advanced Reading Vocabulary Integrated Skills America American Culture Holiday Critical Thinking Community
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