True or false? Lanterns are not commonly used during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
True or false? The festival is also known as the "Lantern Festival."
True or false? The lion dance is believed to bring bad luck to the community.
True or false? Mooncakes are always bitter in taste.
Which one is correct? 1 2 3 4
lion dance 1 2 3 4
The Moon lady 1 2 3 4
moon 1 2 3 4
moon cake 1 2 3 4
Can you guess?
A small, round pastry typically filled with sweet fillings like red bean paste. moon cake
A lantern in the shape of a well-known celestial object, often seen during the festival. star-shaped lantern
A traditional dance often performed during festive occasions, symbolizing strength and protection. lion dance
Part 3 Let’s sing
At Mid-autumn festival Walk around with lanterns lit Take them all across the town Singing to the autumn moon Lanterns all in different shapes Lanterns angel lanterns dream Lantern fish, or lantern star Lantern swan or butterfly Take my lantern to the sky Take my lantern to the moon
Part 4 SPEAKING
Question 1 What's your favorite thing about autumn?
Have you ever tried mooncakes? Do you like them? Question 2
Do you enjoy looking at the moon at night? Question 3
Have you ever seen a lion dance? Question 4
If you could celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival anywhere in the world, where would you choose and why? Question 5
Part 5 READING
MID- AUTUMN FESTIVAL The Mid-Autumn Festival is a special time of year. It usually happens in September or October. During this festival, people celebrate the bright full moon. Families gather together to enjoy the festival. They have fun activities like lantern parades and eating yummy mooncakes. Mooncakes are round and tasty! They come in different flavors like chocolate, bean paste, and even fruit. People also like to look at the moon. Some stories say there's a Moon Lady who lives there. She makes magic and watches over us. Kids love this festival! They carry colorful lanterns and walk around with their families. The lanterns look like stars or animals. It's so pretty! So, remember, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for family, mooncakes, lanterns, and enjoying the beautiful moon!
QUESTIONS When does the Mid-Autumn Festival usually happen? What are some fun activities people do during the festival? What shape are mooncakes? What does the Moon Lady do?
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