Make Father's Day Special with These ESL Activities!

Father's Day is a holiday celebrated on the third Sunday in June in honor of fathers and fatherhood. It is a relatively modern holiday, and was first celebrated in the early 20th century. Although it is not a federal holiday, it is observed in many countries around the world. The day is typically observed on the third Sunday in June, and is often celebrated with gifts, cards, and special meals. It is also a time to express appreciation for the contributions that fathers make to the lives of their families.



Some ideas to celebrate Father's Day in the ESL classroom might include:

• Make cards or artwork for Father's Day.
• Write poems or stories about fathers.
• Discuss what Father's Day means and why it is celebrated.
• Have a discussion about what fathers do and why they are important.
• Share stories about fathers or father figures.
• Honour fathers and father figures with a special breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
• Have a "father's day" party with games and activities
• Plan a special outing or activity that fathers and father figures can enjoy with their children.
• Create a "All About My Dad" cape and have students decorate it with things that remind them of their dads.
• Have students make a "My Dad is the Best Because" list.
• Create a "Father's Day Memories" collage.
• Have students make a "My Hero" card for their dads.
• Make a "Father's Day Tree" and have students hang leaves with things they are thankful for about their dads.
• Have students share stories about their fathers.
• Make a collage orFather's Day themed mural.
• Encourage students to share stories about their fathers.
• Help students brainstorm gift ideas for their fathers.

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Father's Day is a great time to get crafty with the kids and come up with some homemade gifts that Dad is sure to love. These ideas are all thoughtful and personal, and they'll give Dad a break from his busy schedule while he enjoys some quality time with the kids.