IZRADA KURIKULUMA MEUPREDMETNIH TEMA

Skupina 7. Prijedlog kuriluluma meupredmetne teme: Graanski odgoj i obrazovanje

Naziv kolegija Izrada kurikuluma

Meupredmetna Graanski odgoj i obrazovanje
tema
Ime i prezime Toni Jambrovi
studenta
Naziv Tradicionalni blagdani
predloene
teme
Svrha teme irenje spoznaje o kulturi i civilizaciji veeg broja zemalja i uklanjanje
etnocentrinih gledita
Cilj teme Oblikovati uenika kao potpunu osobu koja zna sluati i razumjeti Na ovaj nain
potie se kultura dijaloga i razumijevanja
Zadaci Upoznavanje s elementima kulture i civilizacije zemalja engleskog govornog
podruja te sposobnost kritikog vrednovanja primljene informacije u usporedbi sa
naom stvarnou
Sadraji Kultura i civilizacija: Tradicionalni blagdani
Metode rada Zajedniko istraivanje i aktivnosti usmjerene na donoenje zajednikih odluka i
kritiki pristup uinka tih odluka na svakog uenika pojedinano, kao i na
zajednicu kojoj pripada. Uenici rade u manjim ili veim grupama, slue se
internetom i nakon odranih prezentacija provodi se rasprava o iznesenim
podacima, iskustvima i slino. Potrebno je koristiti metode koje su interaktivne i
praktine. Tako uenik ovladava procesom uenja, stjee samopouzdanje,
ostvaruje odnos potovanja sa vrnjacima, ali i sa nastavnicima.
Nain Tijekom sudjelovanja u aktivnostima koje moemo svrstati u meupredmetnu
evaluacije temu Graanski odgoj i obrazovanje to moe biti integrirano u brojne kolske
predmete uenik vodi mapu osobnog razvoja u koji unosi podatke o ostvarenim
aktivnostima, postignuima ili planovima

Literatura NOK Ministarstvo znanosti , obrazovanja i sporta -

www.azoo.hr/images/stories/dokumenti/Nacionalni_okvirni_kurikulum.pdf

Eksperimntalna provedba kurikuluma Graanski odgoj i obrazovanje projekt

Novo doba ljudskih prava i demokracije u kolama -
www.mmh.hr/files/ckfinder/files/Izvjestaj%20MMH_screen.pdf

Program meupredmetnih i interdisciplinarnih sadraja graanskog odgoja I

obrazovanja za osnovne i srednje kole - www.centar-prosvjetnokulturni-madjara-
os.skole.hr/Documents/program_go_os_ss.pdf

Kurikulum graanskog odgoja i obrazovanja. Ministarstvo znanosti, obrazovanja I

sporta, AOO, 2012 -
www.azoo.hr/.../Kurikulum_gradanskog_odgoja_i_obrazovanja.pdf.
 Integracija i korelacija Programa meupredmetnih i interdisciplinarnih sadraja (
ishoda) Graanskog odgoja i obrazovanja s predmetnim temama u II. razredu
srednjih kola http://www:ncvvo.hr/drzavna matura/web/public/dokumenti

Eurydice(2012) Citizenship education in Europe Eacea Europa EU -

eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/documents/key_data_series/134EN.pdf

Citizenship education for the 21st Century Unesco -

www.unesco.org/education/tlsf/mods/theme_b/interact/mod07task03/appendix.htm

Metodika razrada odabrane nastavne jedinice za 1 kolski sat:

Razred: II. Razred gimnazije/engleski jezik/meupredmetna tema- Graanski odgoj i

obrazovanje

Nastavna jedinica: Kultura i civilizacija: Tradicionalni blagdani

Ciljevi uenja:

Kognitivni (Obrazovni) zadaci: Uenici e moi odrediti glavne tradicionalne blagdane kod
nas i u zemljama engleskog govornog podruja, usporediti postoji li slinost ili razliitost po
tom pitanju te analizirati osnovu ( religija, povijest, itd.) po kojoj se tradicionalni blagdani
slave u razliitim dravama.

Psihomotorni (Funkcionalni zadaci): Uenici e moi izdvojiti zajednike datume kada svi
slavimo iste blagdane bez obzira na meusobne razliitosti, poredati ih po pojedinim
godinjim dobima i pokazati specifinosti odreenih zemalja po pitanju blagdana.

Afektivni (Odgojni zadaci): Uenici e biti spremni posluati miljenje svojih razrednih
kolega o razliitim blagdanima u razliitim zemljama, moi e sudjelovati u raspravi i
prepoznati znaaj i ulogu tradicionalnih blagdana kao vanom faktoru ouvanja tradicije i
posebnosti svakog naroda, ali biti spremni objasniti znaaj takvih blagdana za nau zemlju.

Ishodi uenja: Uenik e postati osvijeten i drutveno angairan graanin, svjestan

razliitosti kojima je okruen, ali i postati nositelj prava i odgovornosti u svojoj zajednici.
Tolerancija i uvaavanje razliitosti osnova je ostvarivanja komunikacije i razumijevanja
meu ljudima.

Tijek nastavnog sata

Uvod ( 5 minuta): Nastavnik pravi uvod u prezentaciju koja slijedi. Upoznaje uenike sa
pojmom tradicionalnih blagdana, ispituje ih da li neto znaju o tome, poziva ih da odgovore i
u sluaju kada nisu sigurni u ispravnost odgovora. Cilj je potaknuti zanimanje i komunikaciju
u razredu.

Glavni dio sata (35 minuta): Nastavnik dijeli uenike u tri grupe. Poeljno je da se nastava
odrava u uionici koja ima raunala. Jedna grupa uenika trai putem interneta
tradicionalne blagdane u Hrvatskoj i zatim ih navodi kronolokim redom. Zatim, na isti
nain, druga grupa uenika pretrauje internet i saeto navodi nazive i objanjava ukratko
znaenje ( to se slavi i zato ) pojedinih tradicionalnih blagdana u Velikoj Britaniji (UK) , a
trea grupa uenika to isto radi za podruje Sjedinjenih Amerikih Drava (SAD). Neki od
blagdana su vrlo specifini za neke zemlje ( kod nas nikako ne bi imali status blagdana) to
ukazuje na specifinosti pojedinih zemalja i pojedinih kultura, ali i potie uenike na
razmiljanje o tome. Na kraju prezentacija slijedi rasprava o blagdanima gdje se uoavaju
slinosti i razliitosti onoga to se slavi u pojedinim zemljama, ukazuje se na osnovu po kojoj
se blagdani ustanovljavaju ( tradicija, religija, povijest i sl.) te se ukazuje na znaaj
tolerancije meu ljudima i po pitanju slavljenja blagdana, uz uvaavanje i potovanje vlastitih
specifinosti kao ravnopravnom i jednako vrijednom dijelu svjetske civilizacije.

Zavrni dio sata (5 minuta): saeto ponavljanje novih sadraja usvojenih tijekom sata i najava
slijedee teme.

Samovrednovanje: 1 2 3 4 5
OVO PRIA, NEMA NA PAPIRU, TO JE KAO OBJANJENJE TO SU
MEUPREDMETNE TEME , ZATO JE VANO DA SE MEUPREDMETNE TEME
UTURE U SVAKI PREDMET, TO JE GRAANSKI ODGOJ I OBRAZOVANJE, KAKO
JE PROLA EKSPERIMENTALNA PROVEDBA GOO U Hrvatskoj ( 2012 i 2013). I TO
TI JE TO.

Planiranjem i ostvarivanjem meupredmetnih i interdisciplinarnih tema pridonosi se

meusobnom povezivanju odgojno obrazovnih podruja i nastavnih predmeta u jednu cjelinu

Meupredmetne su teme obavezne u svim predmetima. Zato je vano voditi rauna o tim
temama tijekom kurikulumskog programiranja.

kole imaju mogunost razraivati predloene meupredmetne teme i osmisliti naine kako
ih ostvariti. Takve teme mogue je ostvariti na vie naina. Osim ugradnje meupredmetnih
tema u pojedinane nastavne predmnet mogue je ostvariti ih i u zajednikim projektima ili
modulima.

NOK predlae/sadri 6 meupredmetnih tema, jedna od njih je :

Graanski odgoj i obrazovanje

Svrha prouavanja meupredmetne teme graanski odgoj i obrazovanje je je pridonijeti

osposobljavanju uenika za aktivno i uinkovito obavljanje graanske dunosti.
Najznaajniji elementi ove teme su znanje, vjetine, sposobnosti i stavovi koji razvijaju
demokratsku svijest graana i potiu ih na aktivno sudjelovanje u razvoju demokratskih
odnosa u koli, lokalnoj zajednici i drutvu. Na taj nain ono doprinose razvoju vlastitog
identiteta i boljem poznavanju potovanju drugih te osvjeuju uenike za rjeavanje
globalnih problema na naelima demokracije, posebno pravednosti i mirotvorstva. Uenici
razvijaju samostalnost, i pozitivan odnos s drugim uenicima i okolinom. Na ovaj nain
objedinjuju se teme graanskog odgoj i obrazovanja i unapreuje se suradnja kole, obitelji,
lokalne zajednice i drutva (NOK).

Graansko obrazovanje (katkad graanski odgoj ili graanski odgoj i obrazovanje) pouava
se u kolama kao akademski predmet nalik politici ili sociologiji, u mnogim zemljama.

U Hrvatskoj je tijekom 2012 godine proveden Projekt praenja i vrednovanja

eksperimentalne provedbe kurikuluma GOO-a. Provodi se od kolovoza 2012. u 8
osnovnih i 4 srednje kole, u trajanju od dvije godine. U kolskoj godini 2012./2013.
polovicu tih kola koordinirali su Mrea mladih Hrvatske, Centar za
mirovne studije i GONG, a polovicu Agencija za odgoj i obrazovanje.
Koncept GOO organizacijski je koncipiran prema odgojno obrazovnim ciklusima:
1 Ciklus 1-4 .razred osnovne kole
2. Cilkus 5-6 razred
3. Cilkus 7-8 razred
4. Ciklus 2. Razred srednje kole

Bit je u integraciji i korelaciji meupredmetnih tema GOO s predmetnim temama u

II.razredu srednje kole, to je 4 ciklus eksperimentalne provedbe kurikuluma GOO.

Kontroverze oko GOO - novi ministar ( 2014.) ne eli uvesti GOO u kurikulum

Iako je prije samo dva mjeseca najavljeno da graanski odgoj od jeseni ulazi u kole kao
zaseban predmet od estog razreda osnovne kole, od te se ideje odustaje.

Odustajanje od uvoenja graanskog odgoja kao zasebnog predmeta. Donedavni plan bio je
kroz srpanj realizirati e-udbenike za taj predmet.

Kako saznajemo u Ministarstvu znanosti, obrazovanja i sporta, nova je ideja produiti

eksperimentalnu provedbu graanskog odgoja u kolama. S obzirom na to da se graanski
odgoj ve dvije godine provodi eksperimentalno, to e znaiti treu godinu takve provedbe.
Ministar jo nije donio slubenu odluku, no o tome se ozbiljno razgovara.

Glavni razlog za odustajanje od graanskoga odgoja kao predmeta pomalo je nevjerojatan:

tek se nedavno shvatilo da ne postoji zakonsko uporite za uvoenje novih sadraja u
nastavu, jer su satnice sedmih i osmih razreda - u kojima su se sadraji eksperimentalno
provodili - popunjene do maksimuma. Tada se odluilo uvesti graanski u este razrede, no
na koncu se i od tog odustaje jer u estim razredima nije niti bilo eksperimentalne provedbe!

Razlog za odustajanje od novoga predmeta ona vidi i u pritisku konzervativnih udruga

Vigilare i U ime obitelji. Njihove su temeljne zamjerke na program graanskoga odgoja to
se u njemu ne spominje domoljublje, upitna im je rodna ideologija, a zamjeraju i to su
program kreirale nevladine udruge.
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Public holidays in the United Kingdom
There are many kinds of celebrations in Britain - from royal to religious and from traditional
to more modern. This great country has been around for almost 1,000 years and has had
influences before that, all helping to make rich and vibrant celebrations that many enjoy
every year.

1.New Year's Day - January 1

The night before New Year's Day, many British citizens watch as the clock tower's
(incorrectly known as "Big Ben" - which is actually the name of the bell within the tower)
minute hand finally reaches midnight. At this time, Big Ben rings in the new year. Many
people celebrate by either having parties at home, or by going out and partying with friends.
Many people also make new years resolutions (as is customary in many other countries in the
world). In Scotland, a common tradition is to sing 'Auld Lang Syne' at midnight to bring in
the new year.

Hogmanay (December 31 - January 2)

In Scotland, the term used for the New Year's celebration is "Hogmanay," and it can last up
until January 2 (which is usually considered a bank holiday). In some parts of England and in
Scotland, it is considered good luck if a man is the first person to enter a friend's home on
New Year's Day, and bad luck if a woman is the first. This is known as "First Footing," and
the friend that enters usually gives a small ceremonial gift.

Twelfth Night and Epiphany - January 5 - 6

It is considered bad luck to have Christmas celebration up past the day of Epiphany, so many
people used January 5 (Twelfth Night) to take them down. Some people host parties and
serve Twelfth Night cakes which have had one dried pea and one dried bean baked into them.
If you are the one of the lucky party-goers who receive one of the other in their slice of cake,
you will be crowned "king" or "queen" of the evening.

Epiphany is a Christian holiday which celebrates the coming of the Magi after the birth of
Christ. Some people attend a church service on this day.

Burns' Night - January 25

Burns' Night is celebrated in honor of the Scottish poet Robert Burns (1759-1796). He is best
known for writing the song, "Auld Lang Syne." Many Scots will celebrate the evening by
eating haggis and reading the poet's works.

Tu B'Shevat (varies)
Tu B'Shevat is a Jewish holiday that is held on the 15th day of Shevat (a month of the
Jewish calendar). On this day, Jews celebrate trees and plants by eating fresh fruit (whatever
is in season) and/or planting a tree. While it isn't a public holiday in Britain, some Jewish
businesses may close.

Candlemas Day - February 2

This day marks the middle of the winter season - from the shortest day of the year to the
Spring Equinox. This day also celebrates the cleansing of Mary.

2.Valentine's Day - February 14

This day is celebrated with the giving of gifts, as well as writing verses of love in newspapers
and magazines for your special someone. Many couples will spend the evening celebrating
with a special meal. Occasionally, children will send valentines to one another in celebration.

Purim (varies)
Purim is a Jewish holiday that is celebrated on the 14th day of Adar (a month of the Jewish
calendar). This is the traditional day where Queen Esther saved the Jews from the decree of
death in Babylon). Many gather together to read the story of the queen.

St. David's Day (Wales) - March 1

St. David's day is to celebrate the man, Dewi Sant, who spread Christianity throughout
Wales. Many will attend church services held in his honor.

3.St. Patrick's Day - March 17

While most of the UK doesn't celebrate St. Patrick's Day (though there is a parade and
festival in London), it is a very important religious holiday in Northern Ireland, set aside
to remember the life and death of Saint Patrick, who was a missionary to Ireland.

Pancake Day
Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) - Day Before Lent -
March/April
Many celebrate this day by eating pancakes, as the contain many ingredients that are
inappropriate for lent (a Christian tradition of going without luxuries). Some communities
also hold "pancake races" in which people run a distance while flipping pancakes in a frying
pan. In order to win, a person must cross the finish line without burning breakfast.

Lent - March/April
The first day of lent is 40 days before Easter. Many people give up something they enjoy
during lent.

Mothering Sunday - 4th Sunday of Lent - March/April

Mothering Sunday is a day where children generally honor their mothers by giving them a
gift and a card, then take their mother out to a special brunch or lunch.

Maundy Thursday - Thursday Before Easter -

March/April
Maundy Thursday is a day to celebrate Jesus's last supper before his crucifixion and many
people attend a church service on this day. The Church of England has a tradition of giving
out ceremonial "Maundy Money" (or the "Queen's Maundy Money," or "Royal Maundy
Money") to senior citizens. Two small pouches are given out. The red one contains a
traditional sum for clothing and other necessities, while the white one contains coins
representative of the reigning monarch's age.

4.Easter - March/April
Many people go to church on this sunday to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. This day is
also celebrated by the giving of eggs, decorating eggs and Easter egg hunts, where eggs are
hidden for children (and playful adults) to find.

5.April Fool's Day - April 1

Much like other countries with this holiday, it is a day where it is socially acceptable for
people to play practical jokes on each other.

St. George's Day (England's National Day) - April 23

Celebrating with parades, some people celebrate St. George who is said to have defeated a
dragon. The day is celebrated with parades and parties and flags with "St. George's Cross" are
flown.
May Day - May 1
This day is celebrated beautifully with may poles and flowers. It is traditionally a celebration
of spring and fertility.

Trooping the Colour

Trooping the Colours - Sometime in June

Trooping the Colours is celebrated every year with the British Army and the regiments of the
Commonwealth performing a ceremony that originated in the seventeenth century AD. The
queen and a series of troops perform a procession also known as the "Queen's Birthday
Parade."

Wimbledon Tennis Tournament - Sometime in June

People attend the Wimbledon Tennis Tournament, which is considered the most prestigious
of tennis championships.

Swan Upping - Third Week of July

Many celebrate this day by going to the River Thames and watching a procession of swans
and traditional boats.

Notting Hill Carnival - Last Monday in August

On this day, there is a street festival that millions go to see and participate in every year. The
parade include colorful floats, bands and many other attractions.

Harvest Festival - On or Near the Sunday of the Harvest

Moon
A day to celebrate the growth of crops on the land.

Halloween - October 31
A day where people dress up, bob for apples and have bonfires. Many attend themed parties
and children will occasionally go trick-or-treating (though this traditions was started
elsewhere, despite halloween having British origins).

Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Day) - November 5

This day is in celebration of the failed gunpowder attempt to blow up the house of Parliament
in 1605. It is celebrated with fireworks at night. Many families will make effigies of Guy
Fawkes and burn them in a bon fire either in their own back yards or with other members of
the community. Since the day is so close to Halloween, many will combine the two holidays
(maybe that is why there are so many Guy Fawkes masks available).

Remembrance Day - November 11

This day recognizes the end of WWI. Many people wear a poppy in their pocket in
remembrance.

St. Andrew's Day - November 30

This is the celebrated national day of Scotland. Many Scots celebrate with special dances and
festivals and the Scottish flag is flown throughout the country. A legend states that if women
anxious to be married peel and orange at midnight (on the 29th to the 30th), they will find the
first letter of their future husband's name.

Advent - December 1-24

On the first 24 days of December, Advent celebrates the coming of Jesus.

Eid Milad ul-Nabi (varies)

Eid Milad ul-Nabi falls on either the 12th or 17th day of Rabi' al-awwal (an Islamic month of
their calendar). On this day, Muslims celebrate the birth of their prophet Muhammad. Many
use the day to remember the prophet and reflect on stories about his life. Some will even fast
during the day. While it isn't a public holiday in the United Kingdom, some Muslims will
close.

6. Christmas - December 25
This day is celebrated by friends and family by giving gifts and going to a special Sunday
service at church. Many celebrate the tradition of "Father Christmas" by giving gifts that he
delivered during the night. Many families also share in a Christmas feast that may involve
ham, minced pies and Yorkshire pudding! At the beginning of the meal, each member of the
family will cross arms and together pull Christmas poppers that will produce paper hats worn
through the meal as well as other trinkets and jokes.

Boxing Day - December 26

Traditionally, this is the day that servants were able to celebrate Christmas, as they were
serving their masters the day before. I more recent times, people shop the "day after
Christmas" sales!

Thank you for reading. If you know of additional holidays and celebrations, please let me
know and I'll add them to the list.
List of American (USA) Holidays and
Celebrations
Updated on August 2, 2016

Many Americans spend holidays with their friends and family, enjoying food, parades, and
games (both televised and otherwise). Though this country is still less than 250 years old,
they have made up for their youth with an assortment of holidays that they love to celebrate.

1.New Year's Day: January 1 (and New Year's Eve:

December 31)
Americans celebrate New Years Day just as many other countries do, though they do have a
few customs that are their own.

At midnight between December 31 and January 1, many Americans flood the area of Times
Square, Manhattan, New York to "watch the ball drop." This special ball is made of crystal
and electric lights. It hangs on a pole that is 77 feet (23 meters) high until 11:59 PM
December 31, when it slowly begins to descend the pole until exactly midnight. Many other
towns have their own version of the ball-drop, but most Americans who watch it do so on
television, as it has been televised every year since 1907 (except during World War II).

Many Americans also watch the Rose Bowl, an American football game held in Pasadena,
CA. This Bowl pits two college teams together and is the highest attended college football
game every year.

Though New Year's Day is a popular holiday, many people may still have to work, and many
more will return to work on January 2. Schools, banks, and federal institutions are usually
closed.

Inauguration Day: January 20

Inauguration Day only occurs once every four years when the new or current president is
inaugurated into office. This day will only change if it happens to be on a Sunday. In those
cases, the following Monday is Inauguration Day.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Third Monday of January
On the third Monday of January, Americans remember the life and death of Martin Luther
King Jr. and his fight for equal rights.

Martin Luther King Junior (1929-1968) was a Baptist minister who was a leader in the
African-American Civil Rights Movement. He believed in advancing civil rights in a non-
violent manner and received a Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for his efforts. Unfortunately, he
was assassinated, and many riots broke out because of his violent death.

His "I have a dream" speech is well-known and well-loved among many.

Groundhog Day: February 2

Groundhog Day is a holiday on which a groundhog apparently comes out of his hole in the
ground to decide when spring will begin. If he is frightened by his shadow, he will retreat
into his hole, and there will be six more weeks of winter.

Super Bowl Sunday: First Sunday in February

On this day, Americans gather to watch the Super Bowl, the championship of professional
American football. Many others watch the game to enjoy the commercials as many
companies vie to have the wittiest commercial.

2.Valentine's Day: February 14

Valentine's Day in America is celebrated with the giving of flowers and chocolates. It is
considered a romantic holiday. Many children in school create (or purchase) valentines for
each other. The symbol of Valentine's Day is typically a heart.

Presidents' Day: Third Monday in February

On the third Monday of February, Americans celebrate Presidents' Day in honor of the first
president, George Washington's birthday (born on February 22, 1732). It is typically
remembered in schools, but not overly celebrated.

3.St. Patrick's Day: March 17

In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, many people dress in green and pinch those who don't.
Others go to Irish pubs to drink beer. Interestingly, many (if not most) Americans celebrate
the day, but don't know much about the man for which the day is celebrated.

4. Easter: Varies Based on Moon and Spring Equinox

In celebration of Easter, many families in the United States go to church in honor of the day
Jesus was resurrected from the dead. Those who don't go to church (and even those who do)
also celebrate by coloring eggs, having Easter egg hunts, and celebrating the Easter bunny
(who hides baskets of treats for children).

5. April Fool's Day: April 1

Americans tend to celebrate April Fool's Day by playing tricks and pranks on each other and
then declaring "April Fools!" Pranks can range from simple to elaborate, and many
companies join the fun by advertising fake products or services for the day.

Earth Day: April 22

A day where Americans celebrate the earth and oceans. On this day, many communities,
businesses, and schools will work together to do community service by cleaning their
neighborhoods, roads, and parks of debris.

It is also a good day to remember the importance of recycling.

Administrative Professionals' Day (Secretaries' Day):

Wednesday of the Last Full Week of April
This is the day that many administrators show appreciation to those who make their lives
easier at the office by giving gifts to their assistants.

Nurses' Day: May 6

A day to thank nurses for their hard work in doctors' offices and hospitals. Unfortunately, this
day isn't celebrated nearly enough as nurses often go without thanks for their work.

National Day of Prayer: First Thursday in May

On this day, many people gather together to pray for their country, family, or themselves.

Mother's Day: Second Sunday in May

Mother's Day is a day set aside to celebrate those who gave birth to us. Though traditions will
vary from family to family, many Americans give their mothers chocolates, flowers, and
jewelry or take her out to lunch. Others may make her breakfast and serve it to her while she
is still in her bed.

Armed Forces Day

For remembrance and honor of both living and dead soldiers of the armed forces.

Juneteenth (Liberation of Slaves): June 19

Juneteenth is a state holiday that is recognized by 32 of the 50 states. It celebrates when the
African-American slaves were set free.

Father's Day: Third Sunday in June

This day is set aside to celebrate fathers. As with Mother's Day, traditions will vary from
family to family, but many people choose to celebrate by having a barbecue dinner and
possibly playing some sort of sport in the park.

Memorial Day
Though Memorial Day is set aside to remember ancestorsespecially those who have fallen
in battle, most Americans seem to equate the day to beaches, barbecues, and the first "three-
day weekend" of summer.

That being said, most cities and towns do have ceremonies (many of which are held in
cemeteries) within their town to celebrate those who have fallen in battle. Families who have
lost someone dear to them (especially if they were lost recently) may go to the cemetery to
"spend time" with their loved one; while others who haven't felt the sting of death may visit
to pay respects to unknown fallen soldiers.

Independence Day: July 4

On this day, Americans celebrate the day they became an independent nation. Many go to
parades and watch fireworks at night. Some communities also hold picnics and other
festivities for the locals to attend. Many families will eat hamburgers, hot dogs, or other
grilled food in celebration.

Parents' Day: Fourth Sunday in July

A day for celebrating both of your parents.

Friendship Day: First Sunday in August

On this day, people spend time with a friend they would like to honor as a good friend.

Labor Day: First Monday in September

Most Americans celebrate this holiday as the end of summer, rather than for historical
reasons.

Grandparent's Day: Sunday After Labor Day

A day dedicated to celebrating grandparents. Many families gather together to have picnics or
dinners.
Citizenship Day - the Melting Pot

Citizenship Day (Constitution Day): September 17

Citizenship day marks the anniversary of when the constitution was ratified.

National Children's Day: Second Sunday in October

A day for celebrating children.

Columbus Day: Second Monday in October

Celebrates the day that Christopher Columbus "discovered" North America in 1492.

Bosses' Day: October 16

On this day, some employess show appreciation to their bosses by giving them small gifts.

Sweetest Day: Third Saturday in October

A day for spreading joy and happiness to those who are in need.

Mother-in-Law's Day: October 26

A day to celebrate your mother-in-law (much like Mother's Day).

Navy Day: October 27

A day to celebrate the United States Navy.

Halloween: October 31
Halloween is often celebrated by children dressing up as fantasy characters and going door-
to-door to ask for candy by saying "Trick or Treat." In more recent years, many communities
will have a select location for children to go to collect candy from stores, churches, or other
businesses.

Depending on the community, families may attend hay mazes, haunted houses, or other
events to celebrate the holiday. Families also often hold Halloween parties in their homes.

Decorations for Halloween include fake spider webs, fake tombstones, and jack-o-lanterns (a
face carved into a pumpkin).
People who don't celebrate "Halloween" will sometimes celebrate a "Harvest Day" or a
similar event.

Veterans' Day: November 11

A day for honoring those who have served in the war, either alive or dead. Though many
businesses remain open for this day, most federal buildings, schools, and banks are closed.

Thanksgiving: Fourth Thursday in November

A day for remembrance and thankfulness. In commemoration of the pilgrims' first holiday
with the Native Americans. Many Americans get together with their families for a large meal
(typically a turkey dinner) and recite things for which they are thankful.

Hanukkah
Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights or the Feast of Dedication. It is an eight-day
Jewish festival that commemorates the rededication of the temple in the second century BC.
The holiday is celebrated by lighting candles on a unique nine-branched candelabrum.
Children also often play with a dreidel in a fun and unique game.

6.Christmas Eve/Christmas Day: December 24-25

Many Americans go to church to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. They also celebrate
Christmas by opening presents that are placed under a Christmas tree on either Christmas Eve
or Christmas Day (the legend says Santa Claus is the man who puts the gifts under the tree).
Many families also spend a lot of time and energy decorating their houses, both inside and
out; and many communities even have competitions for the best-decorated house.

Kwanzaa: December 26-31

Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration to celebrate the culture of African Americans and that of
their ancestors. The holiday was created to help African Americans reconnect with their
African heritage. The celebration typically ends with a feast and the exchange of gifts
amongst friends and family.

Kalendari : Dravni blagdani u Hrvatskoj 2016 - kalendar za 2017 ( 3 zajednika sa

englezima i amerikancima)

01. 01. Nova godina - Petak

06. 01. Bogojavljanje ili Sveta tri kralja - Srijeda
27. 03. Uskrs - Nedjelja
28. 03. Uskrnji ponedjeljak - Ponedjeljak
01. 05. Praznik rada - Nedjelja
26. 05. Tijelovo - etvrtak
22. 06. Dan antifaistike borbe - Srijeda
25. 06. Dan dravnosti - Subota
05. 08. Dan domovinske zahvalnosti - Petak
15. 08. Velika Gospa - Ponedjeljak
08. 10. Dan neovisnosti - Subota
01. 11. Dan svih svetih - Utorak
25. 12. Boi - Nedjelja
26. 12. Sveti Stjepan - Ponedjeljak