Miss Fang and the children are talking about the festivals in China. There are some important festivals here.

Miss Fang: Which festival do you like, Ben?

Ben: I like the Mid-autumn Festival. It's in September or in October.

People like eating moon cakes and looking at the bright moon in the sky at night.

Miss Fang: What about you, Linda?

Linda: I like the Dragon Boat Festival. It's in May or in June. It's hot and sunny. Sometimes it's rainy. People often watch the dragon boat races in the river. They like eating rice dumplings.

Miss Fang: Are people happy to have their festivals?

Ben and Linda: Yes, they are.

    How many festivals do you know in other countries? Today, I want to introduce some to you. April Fool's Day is on April 1st. It's a traditional (传统的) festival in England and the USA. People always play tricks on (捉弄) each other on that day. Children like that day because they can play tricks on their parents or teachers. Mother's Day is on the second Sunday in May.

    It's a day to thank mothers. On that day, mothers usually get flowers, cards and some other presents. Fathers and children should help do housework, so mothers can have a good rest.

    Thanksgiving Day is on the fourth Thursday in November in America. On that day, families all get together and have a big dinner. They thank God for giving food to them. Christmas Day comes on

    December 25th. It's the most popular festival in a year in western (西方的) countries. People give presents to their friends and family. They also go to visit friends.