Hello Everyone,
June in the United States is always centered around dads and grads, the celebration of Father’s Day and students graduating from high school and college. Keep reading for some great content recommendations centered around these celebrations. If you would like to see May’s recommendations, click here.
📖 Literary Legends: To Kill a Mockingbird
Set in the racially segregated South, this classic novel follows young Scout Finch as her father, Atticus, defends a Black man wrongly accused of a crime. Through Scout’s eyes, we see their close bond and how Atticus’s quiet strength and moral conviction shape her understanding of justice and empathy.
🎬 Movie Magic: Superbad
Two awkward best friends try to make the most of their last days before graduation, leading to a chaotic, hilarious night.
📺 TV Time: This is Us
An emotional drama exploring the life of Jack Pearson, a devoted father whose influence echoes throughout his children’s lives, even after his death.
🎵 Melodic Muse: Graduation Songs
The quintessential list of songs to celebrate commencement.
🍽️ Culinary Creations: Texas Pulled Pork
Graduation parties and Father’s Day is often celebrated by having a barbecue (BBQ). Pulled pork is a crowd favorite and sure to knock your socks off when done right!
📚 Phrase of the week: knock one’s socks off (idiom)
This idiom is used to express when someone is impressed in a very positive way. For example, I enjoyed the movie, but it didn’t knock my socks off.
I hope you enjoy these suggestions, see you next week!
McGee Francis English