In the United States, Halloween is celebrated on October 31. The holiday has its roots in the pre-Christian Celtic festival of Samhain. It was Christianized in the 9th century as “All Hallows’ Eve,” which precedes the Roman Catholic celebration of All Saints’ Day on November 1.
The students will create the first story that will go into their books.
Students write biographies of famous Hispanics.
After reading and listening to folktales from various Hispanic cultures, students write a new folktale.
Explore daily life in Mexico, particularly the practice of the midday siesta.