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Lesson Plans - 8th Grade

Mexican Holidays

Students will do the following:
1. Research one of two Mexican holidays, Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo
2. Present important facts about the holiday to the class
3. Host an in-class celebration that reflects the dress, music, food, and traditions of that holiday

Mexican Culture and History through Its National Holidays

What do some of Mexico’s major holidays tell us about the country’s religious and political history?

Siesta Pillow

Explore daily life in Mexico, particularly the practice of the midday siesta.

Mexico’s Day of the Dead

Join the Mexican celebration for Dia de los Muertos. Families honor the spirits of deceased relatives with food and flowers during this 3-day holiday.

Mexican Moments

Investigate the Aztec calendar then create a fictional scroll calendar with details of an imaginary trip to Mexico.