Spring break

High school (ages 12+)
Holidays & Celebrations

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/spring-break

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the academic recess period?Typically one to two weeks, usually occurring between March and April
2. What is the cultural influence?Popularized significantly by mid-20th-century films and media coverage
3. Why did spring break start?It began as a way for college swim teams to train in warm weather, and later became a holiday for many students.
4. Where do people usually go for spring break?Many students travel to places like Florida, where the warm weather and beaches are great for fun.

Academic Calendar: The schedule of academic terms, holidays, and breaks for educational institutions.
Cultural Phenomenon: An event or trend that becomes widely recognized and discussed within a society.
Civic Engagement: Active participation of citizens in the life of their communities and society.