My papier mâché jack I' lantern piñata even came out with a Chinese leer! I took Jack to my class this morning and we all had a smashing time releasing the Halloween candy.
I doubt my students will ever have an English lesson quite like today's. All the Chinese students are fascinated by this quintessentially American holiday, which is starting to appear in China's larger cities without much explanation about what it means. I enjoyed adapting this icon to America, circa 2014, where Latino celebrations are being co-opted with enthusiasm. So, long live the cross cultural trick or treating!
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